Medical dictionary

What is being analysed? CMV analysis involves testing for the presence of cytomegalovirus antibodies or the virus itself in a patient's blood, urine, saliva, or other bodily fluids. What does the result mean? A positive result indicates the presence of CMV in the body, suggesting either an active infection or past exposure. A negative result suggests the absence of active infectio

What is dacryocystorhinostomy? Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) is a surgical procedure that aims to restore the drainage of tears from the eye when the tear ducts are blocked. Tears are produced to keep the eyes clean and moist. More tears are produced in response to cold, wind, smoke, injuries to the eye, or something in the eye (e.g. grit, an eyelash, etc.). Normally, tears drain from the

What are Damon braces? Damon braces (also referred to as the “Damon system”) are self-ligating braces, which means that the brackets have a component that closes around the wire, rather than being secured with elastic ligatures as with conventional braces. It is claimed that the reduced friction due to the lack of ligatures means that the teeth can slide more freely and that thi

What is dandruff? Dandruff is a common scalp disorder characterised by excessive peeling and flaking of the skin on your head. Dandruff is usually easily managed and is not contagious. However, if the dandruff is persistent over a long period of time, you can get medical assistance from a dermatologist. What are the symptoms of dandruff? The main symptoms of dandruff are: w

What is dark circle treatment? Dark circles (technically known as idiopathic cutaneous hyperchromia of the orbital region) refer to the darkest area under the eyes. They can be hereditary, caused by hyperpigmentation, shadows, allergies, asthma, or eczema or be due to medication, fatigue, sadness, hormonal changes, age or nutritional deficiency. Dark circle treatment is a highly effecti

What are day hospitals? A day hospital is a healthcare facilities where patients can receive the care they need without leaving their family environment. The patient may attend a day hospital for a specified number of hours during in which they receive the treatment, care or therapy they require. Once the session has been completed, the patient returns home.  &nb

What is analysed? D-dimer analysis focuses on measuring the levels of a specific protein fragment called D-dimer in the blood. What does the result mean? The results of a D-dimer analysis can indicate the presence or absence of blood clotting and fibrinolysis. Elevated levels may suggest the formation and breakdown of blood clots.   Why perform the analysis? The D-dimer

What is deafness?   Deafness, also known as hearing loss, describes difficulty hearing or the total inability to hear. Deafness can be partial or complete, and can occur gradually with age or it can happen suddenly. Some people are born with deafness.     What are the symptoms of deafness?   Particularly if hearing loss is happening gradually, noti

What is deep brain stimulation? Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an established neurosurgical, symptomatic therapy for some patients with clinically confirmed Parkinson's disease. It is a treatment performed by a specialist neurologist and neurosurgeon.   How does deep brain stimulation work? Deep brain stimulation (DBS) works by d