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Cellulitis

#cellulitis, #soft tissue infection, #bacterial infection, #skin infection, #antibiotics, #athlete's foot, #lymphangitis, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swelling in hands and feet

Cellulitis is an infection that occurs when bacteria invade the dermis (the middle layer of the skin) and the subcutaneous fat layer. It can cause the skin to become red and swollen, along with fever and pain. If you have symptoms, you should see a medical specialist promptly.

2026-06-26

Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT)

#hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, #bone marrow transplant, #autologous transplant, #allogeneic transplant, #graft-versus-host disease, #blood cancer, #leukemia, #lymphoma, #loose stool, #watery diarrhea, #frequent trips to the bathroom

Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is a treatment that transplants hematopoietic stem cells, the cells that give rise to white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. It was previously known as bone marrow transplantation, but the name changed once it became possible to collect these cells from peripheral blood as well. It is mainly used to treat blood-related malignancies, and both the treatment process and follow-up care afterward are important.

2026-06-26

Hip Fracture

#hip fracture, #fall, #femur, #hip bone fracture, #joint replacement, #fracture fixation, #osteoporosis, #fracture in older adults

A hip fracture is the most serious type of fracture that occurs after a fall. The hip joint is the joint where the pelvic bone and the thigh bone (femur) connect. After a fracture, a person cannot bear weight or stand, which makes walking independently difficult, and in older patients it can lead to complications such as pneumonia, pressure sores, and sepsis, so mortality is high. If you have pain in the hip or upper thigh after a fall, please consult an orthopedic specialist right away.

2026-06-26

Multidrug-Resistant Organisms (Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria)

#multidrug-resistant organisms, #antibiotic resistance, #superbug, #MRSA, #CRE, #antibiotic misuse

Multidrug-resistant organisms are bacteria that have developed resistance to several types of antibiotics. They are also called 'superbugs.' Misuse and overuse of antibiotics are the main cause, and infection with them can be very hard to treat. Please take antibiotics only as prescribed by a doctor and for the prescribed length of time. If you have questions about antibiotic use, please consult your doctor.

2026-06-26

Proper Use of Antibiotics

#antibiotics, #antibiotic misuse, #antibiotic resistance, #correct dosing, #antibiotics for colds, #prescription, #loose stools, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bowel movements

Antibiotics are essential medications for treating bacterial infections, but improper use can lead to antibiotic-resistant bacteria, making future infections harder to treat. Please take antibiotics correctly and only as prescribed by your doctor.

2026-06-26

Prostate Disorders

#benign prostatic hyperplasia, #prostate cancer, #PSA, #difficulty urinating, #sense of incomplete bladder emptying, #nocturia, #hematuria, #acute urinary retention, #kidney failure, #men's health, #urinating frequently, #frequent trips to the bathroom, #blood in urine, #red urine, #bloody urine

Prostate disorders include benign prostatic hyperplasia, which causes difficulty urinating, and prostate cancer, which is increasing rapidly among men. Both conditions tend to have few or mild symptoms in their early stages, making them easy to overlook, but if left unaddressed, they can lead to serious complications such as urinary retention or kidney failure. If you have any urinary symptoms, please be sure to consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Situations Requiring an Emergency Room Visit During Chemotherapy

#anticancer therapy, #chemotherapy, #emergency, #abdominal pain, #stomachache, #bellyache, #pain inside the abdomen, #headache, #severe splitting headache, #migraine, #pain in the back of the head, #fever, #feeling feverish, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #body shaking, #shivering with cold, #chills, #shortness of breath, #difficulty breathing, #labored breathing, #feeling of suffocation, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swelling of hands and feet, #loose stool, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bowel movements, #blood on stool, #bloody stool, #bright red stool, #blood in urine, #red urine, #bloody urine, #weakness in arms and legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body, #hand tremor

Typical situations during chemotherapy that require an emergency room visit are listed below. Other emergency situations may also occur, so do not judge on your own based on the information below; please be sure to consult a medical specialist.

2026-07-13

Urinary Tract Infection in Children

#urinary tract infection, #pediatric fever, #bacterial infection, #antibiotics, #emergency room, #fever, #feeling hot, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #dry cough, #minor cough, #cough that will not stop, #stuffy nose, #clear runny nose, #yellow runny nose

A young child who has a fever without cough or runny nose may have a urinary tract infection. If treatment is delayed, the kidneys may be damaged, so be sure to consult a pediatric specialist.

2026-06-26

Urinary Tract Infection in Men

#urinary tract infection, #prostatitis, #cystitis, #pyelonephritis, #urethritis, #sepsis, #antibiotics, #cranberry, #sexually transmitted infection, #men's health, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #body shaking, #feeling cold and shivering, #cold sensation, #frequent urination, #going to the bathroom often, #hand tremor, #body tremor

Urinary tract infection is known to be more common in women, but it also occurs frequently in men, and it is increasing, especially in older men along with diabetes and benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). If it is not treated appropriately at an early stage, it can become chronic or lead to sepsis, so prompt diagnosis and treatment are important.

2026-06-26