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29 Mar
2024

Risk of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN) when an Rh-negative Mother Carries an Rh-positive Fetus

Risk of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN) when an Rh-negative mother carries an Rh-positive fetus When an Rh-negative mother carries an Rh-positive fetus, there is a risk of hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN) because the mother’s immune system may produce antibodies against the Rh antigen in the fetal blood, leading to the destruction…… Read More »

29 Mar
2024

What to do if the blood group compatibilty test is unmatched

The management of blood group incompatibility during pregnancy requires close collaboration between obstetricians, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, neonatologists, and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal outcomes for both mother and baby…. Read More »

29 Mar
2024

What caused an increase in colorectal cancer in the united states?

Colorectal cancer rates in the United States vary by gender. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is slightly more common in men than in women. In 2022, it is estimated that there will be approximately 105,640 new cases of colon cancer and 45,230 new cases of rectal cancer in the United States. Of these, approximately 54,830 cases will occur in men and 50,040 cases will occur in women…. Read More »

29 Mar
2024

How lower levels of testosterone increase the risk of colorectal cancer

Some studies have suggested that lower levels of testosterone may be associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer. One possible explanation for a link between low testosterone levels and colorectal cancer is that testosterone has anti-inflammatory properties and may help to reduce inflammation in the gut…. Read More »

29 Mar
2024

What is the role of obesity in colorectal cancer

Obesity is particularly problematic in terms of colorectal cancer risk when it is centralized around the abdomen (often referred to as “visceral obesity”) rather than being distributed more evenly throughout the body. Visceral obesity is associated with higher levels of inflammation and other metabolic abnormalities that may increase the risk of cancer…. Read More »

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