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World Health Day 2025: Preventive Care, Surgical Advances & The Future of Healthcare

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  As we approach World Health Day 2025, it’s a timely opportunity to reflect on the profound impact our daily choices have on our health. Have you ever stopped to think about how your daily choices shape your health and future? Prioritizing lifestyle choices, addressing the rising burden of lifestyle diseases, and advancing medical solutions are crucial to improving long-term health outcomes. The choices we make — whether it’s the food we eat, how active we are, or how we manage stress — play a crucial role in shaping our overall well-being. The Shift in Global Health Challenges Thanks to significant scientific and technological advancements, many infectious diseases that once took countless lives have been reduced or eliminated. However, with longer life expectancy comes a new set of challenges — non-communicable diseases (NCDs), also known as lifestyle diseases. These diseases are intricately linked to modern habits, such as poor eating, lack of physical activity, smoking, and ex...

Anal Tampon vs. Conventional Gauze: A Breakthrough in Post-Hemorrhoidectomy Bleeding Control

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  Anorectal disorders significantly impact an individual’s quality of life, affecting the anus and rectum. Among the most common anal and rectal disorders are hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and anal fistulas [1]. Of these, hemorrhoids are the most prevalent, affecting approximately 10 million people each year. In fact, more than 50% of the U.S. population over the age of 50 has experienced hemorrhoids at some point in their lives [2]. What Are Hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are normal submucosal venous structures in the lower rectum and anal canal that play a role in maintaining faecal continence. However, when they become swollen or inflamed, they can cause discomfort, itching, pain, and rectal bleeding. Types of Hemorrhoids Hemorrhoids are categorized based on their location relative to the dentate line: Internal Hemorrhoids : Located above the dentate line, these hemorrhoids are often painless but may cause bleeding during bowel movements. External Hemorrhoids : Found below the dentate l...