NEET MDS Shorts
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Oral MedicineThe most critical aspect of cholera treatment is aggressive rehydration to replace the large volume of fluid and electrolytes lost through diarrhea. Antibiotics may be administered to reduce the duration of illness and the volume of diarrhea, but rehydration is the immediate priority.
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Oral MedicineBeta2 agonists, such as albuterol, work by binding to beta2 receptors on the smooth muscles surrounding the airways, leading to relaxation of these muscles and bronchodilation, which helps alleviate the bronchospasm characteristic of an asthma attack.
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Oral MedicineMen generally have an earlier onset of coronary heart disease compared to women, and the risk increases significantly after the age of 45.
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Oral MedicineThe treatment for respiratory alkalosis typically involves correcting the underlying cause. However, if symptoms are severe, inhalation of a small amount of carbon dioxide can be administered.
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Oral MedicineThe mitral valve is crucial in preventing the backflow of blood from the left atrium to the left ventricle during systole, ensuring that blood flows in the correct direction through the heart during the cardiac cycle.
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Oral MedicinetPA is a thrombolytic agent used to dissolve blood clots. In the treatment of pulmonary embolism, it is administered to break down the clot in the pulmonary artery, thereby improving blood flow and reducing the risk of complications.
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Oral MedicineThe initial event in a vasovagal syncope episode is an increase in catecholamine release, leading to a decrease in peripheral vascular resistance and tachycardia.
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Oral MedicineHuntington's disease is a relatively rare genetic disorder with a prevalence of approximately 1 in 10,000 individuals. It is an autosomal dominant condition, meaning that a person only needs to inherit one copy of the mutated gene from a parent to develop the disease. The onset is typically in the fourth or fifth decade of life, and it is characterized by chorea, behavioral disturbances, and progressive cognitive decline.