Abdominal Pain: From Diagnosis to Treatment Abdominal Pain: From Diagnosis to Treatment Abdominal pain is a common symptom that can have many causes, ranging from mild conditions to life-threatening illnesses. Understanding the different types of abdominal pain, identifying the cause, and providing appropriate treatment is crucial. 1. Types of Abdominal Pain: Abdominal pain can be…

**SUPPLEMENTARY ARTICLE ON PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATION** **SUPPLEMENTARY ARTICLE ON PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATION** This article provides basic knowledge about pharmaceutical formulation, including factors affecting the solubility, stability, preservation, and filtration of drug substances. 1. Solubility: Factors affecting solubility: Nature of the solute and solvent: Similarity in polarity: Substances with similar polarity will dissolve easily in each other. For…

Carbohydrates: Glucose and Fructose Carbohydrates: Glucose and Fructose Glucose (C6H12O6) 1. Reaction with Cu(OH)2: 2C6H12O6 + Cu(OH)2 → (C6H12O6)2Cu + 2H2O Observation: The blue Cu(OH)2 precipitate dissolves, forming a blue solution. Note: This reaction is characteristic of polyfunctional compounds with multiple adjacent -OH groups. Glucose exhibits this reaction due to its multiple hydroxyl groups. 2.…

Plant Classification: Common Plant Families Plant Classification: Common Plant Families This article provides a brief overview of some commonly encountered plant families, classified by order and subclass, along with some examples of plants belonging to those families. Please note: Names in parentheses are the medicinal names of the plants, often in Vietnamese. This article is…

Anemia Overview Anemia Overview 1. Definition Anemia is a condition characterized by a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells or hemoglobin (Hb) levels in the blood compared to individuals of the same age, gender, health status, and living conditions (lowlands, mountainous regions). This leads to a decreased capacity of the blood to transport oxygen, resulting…

Note: This list is not exhaustive and only includes some common plant species. The names in parentheses are other names for the plant species. Plants with “poisonous” notes should be used with caution and should be consulted with a doctor or healthcare professional. Do not use any plants to treat illnesses without the guidance of…

Lý Khí – Detailed Supplement and Analysis: Lý Khí – Detailed Supplement and Analysis: Note: – The information below is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) knowledge. – Any information on herbs is for reference only and should not be considered medical advice. – Always consult with a doctor or healthcare professional before using any…

Laxative Herbs: Understand Before You Use Laxative Herbs: Understand Before You Use Laxative herbs, also known as “ta hạ” in traditional Chinese medicine, are used to treat various conditions such as: Constipation: Due to heat accumulation in the intestines, leading to dry and difficult bowel movements, abdominal distension, dry mouth, thirst, yellow urine, red tongue,…

Heart Examination – Heart Sounds: A Comprehensive Guide Heart Examination – Heart Sounds: A Comprehensive Guide I. Heart Examination 1. Examination Technique: Positioning: The patient should lie supine or with a slight leftward tilt. The examiner stands on the patient’s right side. Observation: Respiration: Respiratory rate (fast, slow, regular, irregular), type of breathing (shallow, deep,…

Diabetes: What You Need to Know and Keep in Mind Diabetes: What You Need to Know and Keep in Mind Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by a disorder in carbohydrate metabolism leading to persistent high blood sugar levels. While it commonly affects older adults, it can also occur in children and adolescents. I. Causes…