A 29-year-old woman, 22 weeks pregnant, was diagnosed with cervical cancer and received 4 cycles of chemotherapy to control the disease and maintain her pregnancy.
Measure your waist with a tape measure in the morning after waking up. Divide your waist measurement by your height to get an indicator of your risk of abdominal fat accumulation.
A 52-year-old patient with a history of hypertension suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. 16 doctors and nurses performed CPR for nearly two hours, along with electric shocks, in a dramatic rescue.
After a week of abdominal pain, fever, and diarrhea, 42-year-old Mr. Kiet sought medical attention and was diagnosed with a ruptured, necrotic appendix causing peritonitis.
Sudden blurred vision, dizziness, sweating, pale skin, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, and fainting can be signs of low blood pressure in pregnant women.
A 38-year-old woman with multiple organ failure has undergone Vietnam's first combined heart and lung transplant at Viet Duc Hospital, using organs from a brain-dead donor.
Central vertigo is linked to brain damage, while peripheral vertigo mainly stems from inner ear issues or the vestibular branch of the 7th cranial nerve.
Early stages of encephalitis and meningitis, with symptoms like fever, cough, and runny nose, are often confused with the common cold or flu, leading to late detection and delayed treatment.
Over three years, a 56-year-old man underwent seven surgeries for colon necrosis due to a blocked inferior mesenteric vein. Doctors finally pinpointed the cause: a genetic blood clotting disorder.
Tzuyang, South Korea's famous "eating goddess," known for consuming up to 30,000 calories a day, has fans both amazed and concerned about potential health risks.
A 32-year-old man, who had unprotected sex with multiple male partners, developed a small, painless sore on his genitals, followed by a red rash on his palms and prolonged fatigue.
A 20-year-old woman experienced several hand tremors, unable to hold a pen or phone. The episodes lasted 5 minutes and resolved on their own, so she didn't seek medical attention. When her symptoms worsened, she went to the hospital and was diagnosed with a stroke.
Limiting work brought home, restricting social media use, and practicing mindfulness daily can help reduce stress on the brain and prevent cognitive decline.
I have been married for many years and haven't been able to conceive. My doctor diagnosed me with pelvic organ prolapse and advised me to lose weight. Does obesity increase the risk of this condition? (Le Minh, Ca Mau)
Sitting upright with back support, feet flat on the floor, and avoiding smoking, alcohol, or exercise for 30 minutes before measuring can ensure accurate blood pressure readings.
My 10-year-old daughter has two diopters of myopia. Will her eyesight improve as she grows older? What can I do to prevent it from worsening? (Thu Hoai, Lam Dong)
