CYTOMEGALOVIRUS (CMV) IN PREGNANCY

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Dr. Ilda Ndreko

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) belongs to the herpesvirus family. It is a DNA virus and a common virus that can infect anyone. Many people may not be aware that they have the virus, and it rarely causes problems in healthy individuals. In pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems, it can pose a risk...  read full article

HPV (Human Papilloma Virus)

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Dr. Ilda Ndreko

In this group, more than 150 types of viruses are included. Among these, over 30 types infect the genital area. Each virus is assigned a number, called the HPV type. Only 80 of them have had their sequences fully studied. HPV contains DNA that colonizes the mucosal or cutaneous epithelium and causes hyperproliferation, leading to the formation...  read full article

PAP Test

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Gentiana Cekodhima

PAP Test is the microscopic examination of cells taken from the cervix (the neck of the uterus) and/or vagina to see their changes (precancerous, cancerous). It is also known as the Papanicolaou test or cervical/vaginal cytology. PAP Test was first used as an examination method by Georgio...  read full article

Testicular cancer

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Dr. Shk. Rezar Rusi

Compared to other cancers, testicular cancer is rare, but it usually affects ages between 15 and 35 years. Testicular cancer has a high chance of being treated even in cases where it has spread beyond the testicles. Depending on the type and stage of the cancer, the treatment varies. Signs and symptoms of cance...  read full article

Thyroid gland diseases

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Dr. Viktor QERESHNIKU

The thyroid is an endocrine gland located in the front part of the neck, below the "Adam's apple". It consists of two lobes (right and left) of equal size like two walnuts that are connected at the bottom center by a bridge called the isthmus. At the back of it are located 4 glands that are calle...  read full article

Diabetic wounds

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Dr. Tauland Qyrdedi

One of the most common complications of Diabetes are hard-to-heal wounds. The numerous factors that increase the likelihood for diabetics to have wounds, which can later become infected, include: Changes (damages) in the blood vessels (microangiopathy) - cause a hypoxic condition in tissue...  read full article

Full-time embryologist?

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Dr. Elton Peci

There are several centers in Tirana that offer In Vitro Fertilization, however, not all of them have a full-time embryologist, meaning present every day of the month. This is explained by the fact that Albania does not train embryologists, and consequently, those aspiring to become embryologists must study abroad. For this reason, the majority.....  read full article

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

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Dr. Aida Keci

NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are medications that lower temperature, reduce pain and inflammation, some of which are available even without a prescription. Among the most well-known are Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Ketoprofen, and Naproxen. All of these can be taken even without the need for ...  read full article

"Back Pain"

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Dr. Ledian Fezollari

The pain in the lower part of the back is described as an immediate, sharp, and persistent pain or as a dull pain felt in the lower part of the back. It is common and affects most people during their lifetime. In most cases, it starts suddenl...  read full article

Quadriceps tendon

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Dr. Ledian Fezollari

The quadriceps tendon works with muscles in the front part of the thigh - the quadriceps - with the function of straightening the leg. The chance of injury to the tendon exists for everyone but is more common among middle-aged people who play sports involving running or jumping...  read full article

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