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A few months ago I won a trip to thank you to the organizers and sponsors. It is doubly exciting because we’ll be staying and maybe (if I can muster the nerve), wakeboard at the very famous . Click here to see the “ultimate playground”:Continue Reading »
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Another roller-coaster year has passed and boy was it a ride! Mostly medically-related problems for me and my family..well, we’re still going thru it and taking it one day at a time. Nothing’s impossible if you have a solid family full of faith no matter the distance (Facebook, e-mail and Yahoo Messenger helps). Continue Reading »
This year, is an added and am elated to have won the chance to partake in and meet the , CECAP doctors and attend the lecture at the Capital Convention Center starting this 27th of May (Wednesday) at Camarines Sur!
Clickin’ moment with Ms. Jeena Lopez (c/o )
The is an set up by different sectors of society aimed at raising awareness for health issues in Asia. Previous bike tours were held in Thailand and Malaysia. Continue Reading »
Today I finally went to the at their Central Manila chapter at FDMMC Allergy-immunology Unit. I need to update my medical records and have the routine check up because attacks have been frequent and my family wanted to check if its mainly because of the weather or any other genetically-related ailment.
presents as on and off episodes of wheezing sound in the chest, difficulty of breathing, chest tightness, and coughing, especially at night or in the early morning. It may even manifest as recurrent colds that take more than ten days to clear up, or as a complication of pneumonia.
In my case the sudden change in weather, strong perfumes, in/out of air-conditioned rooms, especially the summer heat triggers an attack. Two or three pillows helps alleviate the difficulty of breathing especially at night plus the regular antihistamine. If antihistamines are still not enough, then its usually nebulizer time to be sure.
I went through the history and physical examination..registered 230 on the , so I have to go back for more work ups (ex. ).
What is a ?
It is a device that measures how well a person’s lungs are working. It checks a person’s ability to exhale forcefully by blowing into it and the peak flow meter measures how much air the lungs pushed out.
Its simple to use, set it to zero; stand up, take a deep breath and then blow as quickly and strongly into it as you can; a little marker slides up the meter to show how much air you were able to get out.
What is an ?
Or a , is a test done on the skin to identify the allergen that is the trigger for an allergic reaction. A small amount of the suspected allergen is placed on the skin then it is gently scratched through the small drop with a special sterile needle.
My knees goes woobly at the thought of a ..it may not hurt but its my first time to go through it. On the bright side I can determine if its asthma or allergies and then have the proper medications as well. So remember, health is indeed wealth. Have regular medical check ups to be sure, proper diet and exercise as well..(mental note too hehe?!)
Godbless and Cheers! =]
The is officially announced yesterday (21st of May), the first confirmed case of in the Philippines.
GIST:
A female traveler arrived in the Philippines on May 18 (Monday), from the United States and Canada. A throat specimen was collected and tested positive at the on May 20 (Wednesday), after she developed fever, sore throat and cough.
confirmed yesterday (May 21) that the specimen tested positive for on PCR using the primers sent by the .
Said patient was immediately started on an antiviral, and given supportive care. At this time, the patient is continuously being monitored. She no longer has fever or cough, but still has sore throat.
The would like to emphasize that there is no community level outbreak in the country and measures are being done by the government to prevent transmission, starting with the quarantine of household close contacts.
The had notified the and submmitted its report within 24 hours.
The Philippines’ stockpiles of is currently sufficient at 1 million capsules and have been distributed in regional hubs all over the country. A reminder to the public though, may only be dispensed and taken upon the advice of your doctor. Irrational use can result in drug resistance that causes the drug to become ineffective in the future.
If you have arrived from an affected country and develop flu-like symptoms (or TRANGKASO) such as fever, sore throat and cough, immediately consult a medical professional or call the .
To know more about , you may go to the
Godbless and Cheers! =]
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