6 Care Tips for Rhinoplasty Aftercare

Rhinoplasty, aka a nose job, is a delicate procedure. Therefore, it’s necessary to take the aftercare seriously too. By being careful and taking a few necessary steps, the healing process is less likely to require an extended recovery time. Here are six care tips for rhinoplasty aftercare.

1. Keeping Your Nose Clean

When cleaning your face, plan for it to require more time. Extra care must be taken to avoid putting unintended pressure on your nose during the healing process. Washing more slowly helps with this. Even when there is a partial nasal blockage, do not use your fingers to try to clear it. The nasal interior is very sensitive, especially after an operation, and damage could result. Cleaning the nose is a multi-step process to avoid damaging the tissues. Follow these carefully laid out nose cleaning tips after rhinoplasty to prevent a self-induced medical setback.

2. Medicate the Pain

Depending on the surgeon, one or more pain medications will be administered or prescribed. Perhaps the most common is codeine; however, other medication will be provided if you’re allergic to it. Over-the-counter pain meds, such as Tylenol, are also useful too. Typically, the pain is increased a day or two post-surgery rather than immediately after it. However, this usually steadily decreases through the first week.

3. Elevate the Head for Sleeping

Sleeping poses a particular risk for rhinoplasty surgeries. Rolling over must be prevented to avoid knocks to the nose. Sleeping on your back, even if this isn’t your usual sleeping posture, is best. Get a foam wedge or several pillows that encourage you to remain in the same position. An elevated head position is beneficial for the healing process too. If you doubt your ability to not roll over during sleep, using an armchair with a reclining feature is another option.

4. Manage the Swelling

It’s natural to experience swelling during the recovery process. This can continue well into the second-month post-surgery. Use either an ice pack inside a soft towel or a cold compress to reduce the swelling. It’s helpful to do this at least five times a day, as needed. Do not apply pressure on the nose when using something to reduce inflammation though.

5. Maintain a Balanced Diet

The recovery process requires protein, nutrients, and vitamins. These will help in the rebuilding process following the surgical procedure. Try to include some form of protein, eggs, fish, and nuts in your diet. If you’re either vegetarian or vegan, then choose the right alternatives for you. It’s also beneficial to ensure there are plenty of fresh greens in your recovery diet — broccoli, kale, or spinach are great for added vitamins.

6. Avoid Exercise

It’s surprising how much everyday movement affects the nose and nasal cavities. Even stretching, bending to reach something from a lower shelf, or carrying shopping in from the car aggravates the nasal passages. All forms of exercise should be avoided for at least six weeks. Your doctor can provide advice on this timeline. Any jarring movement through exercise can cause inflammation during the healing process.

By following the above tips for self-care after getting a rhinoplasty, it encourages a smoother recovery period.

More immunity, little to no side effects: UAE’s new Sinopharm Covid vaccine explained

UAE healthcare practitioners and researchers believe that the Sinopharm CNBG’s new recombinant protein vaccine gives more immunity and with little to no side effects.

The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has approved the emergency use of Sinopharm CNBG’s new recombinant protein vaccine to be available to residents as a booster dose starting January 2022.

The ministry has said that the vaccine demonstrated an “improved immune capacity” against SARS-CoV-2 variants, with a high safety rate.

Dr. Pawan Kumar Srivastva, Consultant Internal Medicine, NMC Speciality Hospital, Al Nahda said, “The new Sinopharm vaccine contains only part of the virus rather than whole killed virus.”

Dr. Mohamed Aslam, Specialist Pulmonologist, International Modern Hospital says the new vaccine is more efficient and comes with many advantages. “The earlier Sinopharm vaccine was an inactivated one- where the component was whole dead virus. The new vaccine has only the protein as the component.”

Healthcare specialists believe that delivering the vaccine from production to the end-user is a big challenge as ensuring its safety and effectiveness is a complex task.

“The remarkable advantage of Sinopharm CNBG Covid-19 inactivated vaccine is the convenient transportation and storage. It just needs 2 to 8-degree celsius temperature environment with no special and harsh measures required to maintain its potency,” said Dr. Fiaz Ahamed, MD, Infection Control Department, Thumbay University Hospital

“These factors reduce the overall cost and meet the natural conditions of many countries, unlike the mRNA vaccine, which needs very stringent storage requirements to keep the vaccine effective and potent,” added Dr. Fiaz.

“The other west made vaccines like Pfizer- which is mRNA vaccine, require a very low temp with deep freezing of -70 for a long duration storage,” said Dr. Aslam.

“But the protein-based vaccination doesn’t require extreme temperatures, which is cheaper and more effective.”

SARS-CoV-2 is a highly mutagenic virus that mutates like Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, and now Omicron. Medicos affirm that the Sinopharm CNBG Covid 19 vaccine has undergone many cross-neutralisation tests with newer strains of coronaviruses, considering different species from different countries. As per the data available, the Sinopharm Covid 19 vaccine offers broad-spectrum protection, and it possesses good cross neutralisation effect on strains of coronaviruses from different countries around the world.

“Since UAE is a country of many nationalities, the phase III trial for this new vaccine was conducted on nearly 50,000 volunteers from 125 countries. It has been observed that the seroconversion rate is up to 100% in generating neutralising antibodies, and there were no side effects recorded among any of the participants,” said Dr. Fiaz.

Doctors highlighted that such vaccines can be produced in huge quantities with more production facilities.

Hayat Biotech will produce and distribute the new vaccine, a joint venture between G42 and Sinopharm CNBG.

(Source: Khaleej Times)

As a part of CSR initiaves of Thumbay healthcare Division, Thumbay Hospital Ajman & Thumbay University Hospital has organized a blood donation drive in Ajman on 12th December 2021 in Association with Sharjah Blood Transfusion & Research Center & Fujairah Blood Bank. More than 150 people registered and joined the spirit to donate blood & save lives, it was overwhelming from all. We really appreciate all the heartfelt support from participant donors, staffs, students, visitors including the Management team, members of Malabar Adukkala social group.

The Blood donation drive was in line with the year of 50th initiatives & to mark the 50th year of UAE, around 50 Units of blood was donated by people from various nationalities including the members from various Corporates, Associations and Social Groups. The Thumbay Hospitals management has plans to organize many innovative CSR activities in future as well for the benefit of society.

Sharjah Blood Transfusion and Fujairah Blood Transfusion team was very impressed and also appreciated the team of Thumbay Healthcare Division for having organized and arranged campaign in a very professional way. It was organized with the aim of educating the community on the beneficial aspects of blood donation and to promote awareness amongst the general public about safe blood transfusion and motivate people to donate blood voluntarily for a noble cause.

Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Healthcare Division Said” Blood donation camps are regularly conducted by the Thumbay group network of academic hospitals, to supplement the efforts of government blood banks and other regulatory bodies with regard to voluntary blood donation.”

Thumbay University Hospital and Thumbay Hospital Ajman are a one Healthcare destination in Ajman providing quality care to community of ajman.

Thumbay Group is Committed to provide quality care to the community, The Thumbay Hospital network, which today has the distinction of being the biggest chain of private academic hospitals in the region, treats patients from as many as 175 countries. Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division operates 8 academic hospitals, 10 family clinics/ Medical Center, 5 diagnostic labs, and 46 retail pharmacy outlets.

Thumbay Group’s pioneering role in the region has led UAE as a regional hub of futuristic medical education, state-of-the-art healthcare, and cutting-edge research, creating a mark in the global map.

• Plants 50 trees across all its hospitals along with Indian Association Ajman.
• Offers 50% discount across all Specialties on OPD consultations.

Dubai, UAE: Spreading the Spirit of Union by planting 50 trees across all its facilities, representatives of Thumbay Healthcare along with Indian Association Ajman, top management and COO’s, Thumbay University Hospital staff, faculty and the community came together earlier in the day today to celebrate the UAE’s 50th National Day and commemoration day. Series of events and activities were conducted that highlighted the importance of the history of the union while the team remained silent honoring the martyrs who have fallen as the flag was raised half-mast. 50% discount on OPD consultations throughout all the specialties was also announced on the occasion.

The offer will run for two days on 30th November from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and 1st December from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. 24×7 Emergency departments, Laboratory and Pharmacy will be operational on both the days and residents can enjoy 15% discount on all services of Lab & Radiology.

Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Healthcare, said, “As UAE marks its 50th National Day, it holds a special place of pride in our hearts with its achievements across the globe. United Arab Emirates has become a home away from home and a hub for healthcare and medical tourism in the region. Planting trees reflects the noble values of this nation that it stands for and our contribution towards the green initiative campaign. We have also announced 50% discount across all specialties on OPD consultations for the benefit of the community and as a mark of respect to the visionary leaders of this country who have always believed in giving back to the society”.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of the Group said, “Thumbay Group’s zeal for embarking on unique initiatives, always in alignment with the strategic vision of the UAE’s leadership has been the reason for his consistent success. We have always regarded God’s grace, the government’s support, and our dedicated team as the three main reasons for our achievements.”

The attendees from Thumbay Healthcare and Indian Association Ajman were delighted as they came dressed in UAE flag colours while some donned the national dress to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of UAE. They also participated in the Thumbay Healthcare Division’s green initiative of planting 50 Trees across its hospital premises in Ajman, Fujairah, Sharjah, and Dubai that promises to leave a legacy and be remembered for years to come. The initiative is the Healthcare major’s step towards restoration of the ecosystem, through this Thumbay Group hopes to inspire an internal culture of environmental protection.

Thumbay Group’s pioneering role in the region has led to create something unique. It is the first such project in the private sector not only in the UAE, but also the entire Middle East region, and has evolved as a regional hub of futuristic medical education, state-of-the-art healthcare and cutting-edge research, creating a mark in the global map.

Thumbay Group signs two vital MOU’s in the presence of the minister for cooperation in the field of education, research and healthcare

• Thumbay University Hospital signs MOU with Gruppo San Donato, Italy’s number one hospital group
• Gulf Medical University collaborates with Italy’s top ranking San Raffaele University for health professions education and research

Ajman, UAE: His Excellency Roberto Speranza, the Italian Minister of Health paid a special visit to Thumbay Medicity in Ajman on Saturday, 23^rd October 2021 where he was received by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, President and Founder of the Thumbay Group in his office. The momentous visit opened doors for new strategic ties and cooperation between Thumbay Group and two of Italy’s prestigious institutions namely San Raffaele University (UniSR) and Gruppo San Donato (GSD) Italy.

To promote collaboration in health professions education and research, the first MOU was signed between Gulf Medical University represented by Prof. Hossam Hamdy and San Raffaele University, Italy represented by Dr. Paolo Roteli, President of the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. UniSr ranks in the top 2.3% among 19,788 universities in the world according to the 2021-22 edition of the ‘Global 2000 List by the Center for World University Rankings’ based on their excellent academic performance and research.

The second crucial MOU was signed between Thumbay University Hospital represented by Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President Healthcare Division, Thumbay Group and Gruppo San Donato (GSD) Italy represented by Dr. Kamel Ghribi, President of GKSD Investment Holding for full cooperation in developing and strengthening the Department of Cardiac Sciences at the Thumbay University Hospital and making it a Center of Excellence in the region.

Being the number one hospital group in Italy, Gruppo San Donato is a pioneer in multiple research fields, with outstanding clinical programs and academic excellences. With 44 different locations around Italy, GSD’s network consists of: 3 research hospitals, 16 general hospitals, 7 outpatient clinics, 11 Smart clinics and more. Their facilities have a capacity of more than 5000 beds and treat more than 4.7 million patients each year while its profile and brand are the symbol of Italian Healthcare excellence.

His Excellency was highly impressed by the infrastructure and facilities provided by the management and congratulated the President, Dr. Thumbay Moideen for having made such a remarkable progress.

Commenting on this occasion, Dr. Moideen said, “We are very excited to join forces with two of Italy’s leading institutes and look forward to strengthening our offerings through this relationship.”

Thumbay Medicity, Ajman, plays a key role in the advancement of medical education, healthcare, and research. It houses the Gulf Medical University – the region’s leading private medical university, Thumbay University Hospital – the largest private academic hospital in the region, Thumbay Dental Hospital – the first private dental hospital in the country and the largest academic dental hospital in the Middle East region’s private sector, and Thumbay Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital – the biggest state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in the country.

Thumbay Medicity also has outlets of Thumbay Pharmacy – including the biggest robotic pharmacy, in addition to the central lab of Thumbay Labs – the biggest CAP-accredited private diagnostic facilities in the region. It also has leisure and hospitality amenities, such as Body & Soul Health Club and Spa, Thumbay Food Court with diverse food brands and cuisines, The Terrace Restaurant, Blends & Brews Coffee Shoppe etc. With its state-of-the-art facilities and superior amenities, Thumbay Medicity is expected to attract 15,000 visitors daily.

Prevention of cancer cervix:

The cervix is the bottom part of the uterus; it opens into the vagina

Cervical cancer happens when normal cells in the cervix change into abnormal cells and grow out of control.

There are two types of cervical cancer, “squamous cell carcinoma” and “adenocarcinoma.”

Cervical cancer screening tests:

Screening tests can find cervical cancer and precancer in the early stages when it can be treated, and thus may reduce the number of people who develop cervical cancer as well as the number of deaths due to the disease.

There are two types of screening test for cervical cancer:

• The Papanicolaou or “Pap” test (sometimes called a “Pap smear”)
• The human papillomavirus or “HPV” test

Or a Combination of both Tests

Risk Factors:

The most important risk factor for cervical cancer is infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV).

There are over 100 different types of HPV; however, most types of HPV do not cause cancer.

At least 80 percent of women are exposed to the HPV virus during their lifetime. Most of the time, the body’s immune system gets rid of the virus before it does harm.

HPV types are divided into  high or low risk for causing cervical cancer.

• Low-risk HPV types – For example HPV types 6 and 11 can cause genital warts and are low-risk types because they rarely cause cervical cancer.
• High-risk HPV types – High-risk HPV types may cause cervical cancer in some people.

Although most people who are infected with the high-risk HPV types do not develop cervical cancer, those who repeatedly test positive for high-risk HPV are at a higher risk of cervical cancer.

HPV types 16 and 18 are two of the high-risk types.

How does HPV infection happen?

HPV is spread by direct skin-to-skin contact, including vaginal intercourse, oral sex, anal sex, or any other contact involving the genital area (eg, hand-to-genital contact).

So HPV is transmitted by sexual contact

Condoms provide only partial protection, since they do not cover all of the skin in the genital area.

It is not possible to become infected with HPV by touching an object, such as a toilet seat.

Course of HPV infection:

Most HPV infections are temporary and resolve within two years. People whose immune system cannot clear the virus (10-20%) are at higher risk of developing precancer or cancer. This usually takes many years.

Risk of cervical cancer increases in smokers, and those having a medical condition (or taking a medication) that weakens the immune system.

Symptoms:

Most people who are infected with HPV have no signs or symptoms.

How to reduce the risk of cervical cancer?

1. A vaccine to help prevent infection with some high-risk types of HPV is recommended for all children ages 11 to 12 years, but it can be given as early as age 9. “Catch-up” vaccination is recommended for all people up to 26 years of age who have not yet received it, but it can be given up to age 45.
2. Cervical cancer screening (even for those who are vaccinated)
3. Smoking cessation

Cervical cancer screening

1-Pap test — The Pap test (sometimes called a “Pap smear”) is a method of examining cells from the cervix. Another term for a Pap test is “cervical cytology.”

For a Pap test, the provider will do a pelvic examination using a device called a speculum to open the vagina. Then they will use a small brush or spatula to collect cells from the cervix. This may be uncomfortable but usually is not painful. The cells are added to a container with preservative fluid or smeared on a glass slide for examination.

2-HPV test — Like a Pap test, the human papillomavirus (HPV) test is done during a pelvic examination, using a small brush to collect a sample from the cervix. HPV tests do not test for all different types of HPV. They only test for the strains of HPV that have a high risk for causing cervical cancer; a positive result indicates that one or more of these strains were found. Sometimes, the lab will specifically report if you have either of the two highest-risk HPV types, known as HPV 16 and HPV 18. This is called “genotyping.”

3-Combination test — This involves doing a Pap and HPV test at the same time; it is also called “co-testing.”

Screening tests can be done at any time during your menstrual cycle. However, not during the period.

Who should be screened?

The goal is to start screening at the point at which the benefits of screening are likely to outweigh the risks.

People who have received the vaccine should also be screened , since vaccines prevent the most common HPV infections but not all HPV infections.

Before age 21:

In healthy people, screening is not recommended

Age 21 to 29 —

• Screening can start in the age of 25 every 3 years with pap smear

Age 30 to 65

• HPV-only testing also called primary HPV testing) every five years if all results are normal
• “Co-testing” (both Pap and HPV testing) every five years
• A Pap test every three years if all results are normal

After age 65 — Most women with no risk factors can stop having cervical cancer screening after the age of 65

• Those who had all normal screening tests on a regular basis in the past.
• Those who have had at least three normal Pap tests in a row or two normal co-tests (combination Pap and HPV tests) over the past 10 years, with the most recent test within the past 5 years.

Some Womwn with Risk factors need to continue having cervical cancer screening beyond the age of 65 if:

• They had an abnormal Pap test, an abnormal HPV test, or treatment for cancer or precancerous cells of the cervix, vagina, vulva, or anus.
• They have HIV infection or another condition that suppresses the immune system.
• They were exposed to diethylstilbestrol (DES) the womb – DES is (a drug that was given to many women before 1981 to prevent pregnancy complications).

After hysterectomy  (surgical removal of the uterus and sometimes the cervix

• If cervix was removed, no need for further screening.
• If cevix is not removed ( regular guidelines should be followed)

SCREENING TEST RESULTS

Pap test — If a Pap test was done as part of your cervical cancer screening, the results from your Pap test will be available a few weeks after your visit. Pap test results may be reported as:

• Negative– Pap tests that have no abnormal, precancerous, or cancerous cells are labeled as negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy.
• Abnormal results– Cervical cells may appear abnormal for a variety of reasons. For example, you may have a cervical infection or you may have a precancerous area or even cervical cancer.

HPV test — If a human papillomavirus (HPV) test was done as part of your cervical cancer screening, the results will be available a few weeks after your visit. The results may be reported as:

• Negative– There are no high-risk HPV strains present.
• Positive– There are high-risk HPV strains present. Some labs will specify if the highest-risk HPV types (HPV 16 or HPV 18) are present.

Follow-up testing — If your Pap or HPV test results are abnormal, you may need follow-up testing or colposcopy ( checking the cervix with a microscope) and taking biopsy-depending on the abnormality.

Finally:

Cervical cancer screening is easy and widely available and is the most important step in preventing cervical cancer and saving lives!

• Festival commences on July 1 and will run until August 31^st, 2021
• Winners to win Laptops, Mobile phones, Gift vouchers and cash prizes worth AED 15,000
• The action packed event features online contests including Summer Walking Challenge, Dental Hygiene Champion, Weight Loss Contest, Baby Show amongst others

Ajman, UAE: Making summer super fun while reaching out to the public with an important message of ‘Touching Life, Health for All’, Thumbay Group , the leading healthcare provider in the country founded by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, today announced its mega Online Summer Health Festival 2021.

Starting from Thursday, July 1 until August 31, 2021, the exciting carnival offers UAE residents a great opportunity to stay engaged, get connected and become healthy as majority choose to stay in the country during the summer break. Divided into six distinct segments namely Newborn Care, Children Care, Women’s Health, Men’s Health and Elderly Care, the family health festival will be catering to the needs of all the members of the community.

With the intention of keeping the residents constantly on their toes, the two-month long festival features different contests each week including  a Kids Talent Show, , Summer Walking Challenge, Weight Loss Contest, Online Baby Show 2021, Online Supermom Contest, Dental Hygiene Champion, Delivery Booking Bonanza and a Pain Assessment Program.

“Our Summer Health Festival is a unique initiative and a one-of-its-kind event being done in the UAE in these times. Summer is here and as we are still in the midst of a raging pandemic where travel restrictions, sudden lockdowns and new variants are a reality, we feel it was important to create an event for the society which not only helps the community stay connected, engaged but also gives them the opportunity to win big whilst encouraging them to adopt a healthy lifestyle in a fun way.

We have all realized that in today’s world, our most important asset is our health and we wanted to communicate this pertinent message of health and wellness in the most simple and exciting way by giving people reason to celebrate health through this biggest summer festival”, commented Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group.

“All the contests are well thought out and carefully designed by our team of doctors and wellness experts, keeping in mind the population demographics. It is a fact that participating in community events help people achieve their health and wellness goals quickly and in a more effective way. Our events are curated to encourage the contestants have healthy competition and drive the community spirit, therefore, elevating mood and touching lives. For instance, taking up challenges such as Weight Loss, Walking Challenge or the Dental Hygiene contest will help people bring rewarding transformation to themselves. Additionally, acknowledgement and winning can provide a higher level of motivation. Moreover, our experts will provide the necessary support and guidance to all the candidates whenever needed”, stated, Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division.

Not only the winners get to win amazing prizes such as Laptops, Ipad’s, Mobile phones, gift vouchers and cash prizes worth AED 15,000 but all the participants are also entitled to a plethora of freebies. Upon registration contestants can avail Free Dental Consultation, Free Eye Test at ZO&MO, and Free Body & Soul Day Pass alongside an antibody test for only AED 50, PCR Test for only AED 90 and several other marvelous prizes and gifts.

Everyone is invited and welcome to participate and be part of this incredible family event, to register please log onto https://festival.thumbay.com/

For more information, call 04 6030555, Email: festival@thumbay.com

Obesity is a global pandemic and rates are growing significantly in the Middle East. In the Middle East, obesity affects women more than men. Weight loss surgery is one way to address morbid obesity in order to improve health.

For those with morbid obesity, the weight causes many different health issues, while there are many types of bariatric surgery, all result in more than just weight loss. Read on to learn the reasons why you should consider bariatric weight loss surgery.

1. Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Improves Your Cardiovascular Disease
   Losing weight helps to lower your blood pressure and improve many cardiovascular diseases (i.e., congestive heart disease, peripheral artery disease, etc.). One recent article pointed to a significant reduction in overall cardiovascular disease risk after bariatric surgery.
2. Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Reduces Other Health Conditions
   Besides reducing the pressure on your heart, bariatric surgery improves your blood glucose. For most, there is a resolution of Type 2 diabetes shortly after surgery. Results are more significant for Roux en Y, and Gastric sleeve, but still happens with other weight loss surgeries. Weight loss surgery also improves obstructive sleep apnea.
   Sleep apnea is caused by a restriction in airflow during sleep. It impacts sleep cycles, which also makes losing weight without surgery difficult. After bariatric surgery, you can expect to eliminate the need for a CPAP machine.
3. Bariatric Surgery Improves Depression
   Many obese people experience depression because of poor body image and social stigma.
   Even young who are living with significant excess weight find it difficult to participate in activities they might otherwise enjoy, leading to social isolation and depression. Losing this excess weight can improve emotional health in these patients. It was found that people who underwent bariatric surgery had a 32.7% decrease in depression at the time of surgery and 16.5% decrease six to 12 months after surgery.
4. After Bariatric Surgery, You Can Expect a Reduction in Joint Pain
   Obesity causes many health issues. Your joints, and muscles, are also affected by excess weight. Many of the daily joint aches and pains will be improved post-surgery. If you follow the diet and exercise recommendations of your health care team you will also notice an increase in muscle tone, which will make you feel and look better.
5. Some Fertility Issues Improve, Post Surgery
   Infertility is frustrating. Excess weight can impact hormonal levels making getting pregnant difficult. The weight that is lost post-surgery makes getting pregnant easier. You should discuss your plans to get pregnant with your care team to ensure that you are completely healed from surgery before you conceive.

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If you have a BMI that is great than 40, or a BMI greater than 30 and a chronic health condition bariatric weight loss surgery may be your answer.

Click here to book your first appointment with us and find out. Pre-booking appointments ensures that we can deliver the highest quality care to you in a timely fashion.

Galls stones is a very common surgical disease, it affects 1 in every 12 women but also seen in males. The symptoms that is commonly seen in patients variable ranges from pain in the right side of abdomen, indigestion especially fatty meal, burping or even jaundice.
Gallstones are of 3 types most common is cholesterol and other bilirubin and pigmented type. Size of the stone also varies very tiny in few mm to large like ball.
Mostly commonly seen in women, overweight, over 40 and after child birth. The treatment is only surgically remove the gall bladder, the surgery known as cholecytectomy, but due to the new innovation in surgery called laproscopic cholecystectomy it can be done with 3 or 4 small key holes but no pain and early return of daily activity or work.

By Dr. Nadia Saeed Khan (Specialist Surgeon)

Diagnosed in both men and women, colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common cancer worldwide, with an estimated 1·8 million new cases recorded in 2018. According to Health Authority Abu Dhabi (HAAD), this is the second most common cancer and the second highest cause of cancer deaths in the UAE.

Colorectal cancer, in most cases, starts with benign tumors or polyps which is abnormal growth of tissues on the lining of rectum and colon. Over time, some polyps change to become cancerous. Screening is the process of looking for cancer in people who have no symptoms of the disease. In CRC screening, it means looking for adenoma polyps, before they produce symptoms or become cancerous and can be removed. There is 5 % lifetime risk of colorectal cancer in average risk individuals, and 90 % survival rate when detected early.

What are the Common Symptoms

Early colorectal cancer often has no symptoms, which is why screening is so important. As a tumor grows, it may bleed or obstruct the colon. Patients should see a doctor if they have any of the symptoms, such as abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, rectal mass, sudden loss of weight and anemia

What are the Risk Factors for Colon Cancer

Many lifestyle issues are among the critical risk factors for colorectal cancer. Lack of regular physical activity, a diet low in fruits and vegetables, low fiber and high fat diet or a diet high in processed meat may increase your chances of getting colorectal cancer. If you are overweight or obese, your risk of developing cancer becomes higher. Excessive consumption of alcohol and tobacco raises the risk of colon and rectal cancer significantly,”

Who should be Screened

• Emirati man and woman over the age of 40 years
• Asymptomatic man and woman over the age of 45-50 years

Colonoscopy remains the gold standard for colon cancer screening. If it is not available, other options are stool occult blood test or CT colonography

Recommendations to Reduce Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is not entirely preventable. But you can reduce your risk by getting yourself routinely checked, starting from the age 40. Daily moderate physical activity and eating a balanced diet with fruit and vegetables, whole grains and foods containing fiber reduce risk of the disease.

The best way to beat any cancer is by regular screening tests and early detection. If you are 40 years and older, book an appointment with a Gastroenterologist in Thumbay University Hospital, Ajman or any other hospital, whichever is convenient for you

By Dr. Shailesh Kumar (Consultant Gastroenterology and Hepatology)