Harsh

Hello, am Harsh and am an absolute mad-lad studying medicine and learning new things all the time!

Hyponatremia in Clinical Practice: Complete Guide to Diagnosis, Types & Treatment

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Imagine walking into the ER at 3 AM. A 68-year-old patient presents with confusion. Her serum sodium is 118 mEq/L. Your heart races. This is hyponatremia in clinical practice—not just a lab value. It’s a potentially life-threatening emergency. Every year, hyponatremia affects up to 30% of hospitalized patients. This makes it the most common electrolyte disorder. Yet management… Read More »Hyponatremia in Clinical Practice: Complete Guide to Diagnosis, Types & Treatment

Approach to Unconscious Patient: Causes, Diagnosis, and Emergency Management

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An unconscious patient represents one of the most critical emergencies in medical practice, demanding immediate assessment and life-saving interventions. Every year, emergency departments across the United States and India encounter thousands of cases where patients present with altered consciousness, ranging from drowsiness to deep coma. The ability… Read More »Approach to Unconscious Patient: Causes, Diagnosis, and Emergency Management

Heart Failure: Classification, Diagnosis & Notes

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Understanding heart failure: classification, diagnosis & MBBS notes is essential for medical students, doctors, and anyone interested in cardiovascular health. Heart failure affects millions worldwide and represents a critical challenge in modern medicine. This comprehensive guide breaks down everything you need to know about heart failure classification… Read More »Heart Failure: Classification, Diagnosis & Notes

ECG Interpretation: Stepwise Guide for Undergraduates

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Mastering electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation stands as one of the most crucial skills you’ll develop during your medical journey. Whether you’re a medical student preparing for exams, a resident handling emergency cases, or a practitioner refreshing your diagnostic abilities, understanding how to read ECGs systematically can… Read More »ECG Interpretation: Stepwise Guide for Undergraduates

Neuroparalytic Snake Bite: Symptoms, Diagnostic Criteria & Treatment Protocol

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Snakebite envenomation is a significant yet often overlooked medical emergency worldwide. Among the diverse spectrum of venomous snakes, neurotoxic species such as cobras, kraits, coral snakes, and mambas possess toxins that specifically target the neuromuscular junction, resulting in progressive muscle paralysis. This paralysis can swiftly… Read More »Neuroparalytic Snake Bite: Symptoms, Diagnostic Criteria & Treatment Protocol

Acute Barbiturate Poisoning: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

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Acute barbiturate poisoning is a medical emergency that requires prompt intervention. Barbiturates, once popular for treating anxiety and insomnia, have now been largely replaced by safer alternatives. However, these drugs are still found in various forms and can lead to severe poisoning if misused. Understanding… Read More »Acute Barbiturate Poisoning: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Organophosphorus compound poisoning: symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

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Introduction Organophosphorus compound poisoning remains a major emergency worldwide. These pesticides and nerve agents block acetylcholinesterase, the enzyme that clears acetylcholine. Therefore, acetylcholine rises at synapses and causes a cholinergic crisis. You may see miosis, wheeze, drooling, vomiting, and confusion. In severe cases, breathing fails.… Read More »Organophosphorus compound poisoning: symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

HIV and AIDS: Symptoms, Testing, Treatment & Prevention

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Introduction HIV and AIDS can feel complex, yet the essentials are simple and hopeful. With early testing and modern treatment, people live long, healthy lives. Moreover, prevention works. In this guide, you will learn what HIV and AIDS mean, how HIV spreads, and which symptoms… Read More »HIV and AIDS: Symptoms, Testing, Treatment & Prevention

Methanol Poisoning: Symptoms, Treatment, and Exam-Ready Notes

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Every year, tragic headlines tell of mass casualties due to adulterated or homemade alcohol—cases that grip communities in both India and the United States. Behind these stories is a silent killer: methanol poisoning. Unlike ethanol, which is commonly found in alcoholic beverages, methanol is an… Read More »Methanol Poisoning: Symptoms, Treatment, and Exam-Ready Notes

Anaphylactic Shock: Signs, Symptoms, and Life-Saving Treatment

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Anaphylactic shock represents one of medicine’s most urgent emergencies, requiring immediate recognition and treatment to prevent death. This severe, systemic allergic reaction can progress from mild symptoms to life-threatening cardiovascular collapse within minutes. For medical students, healthcare professionals, and the general public, understanding anaphylactic shock… Read More »Anaphylactic Shock: Signs, Symptoms, and Life-Saving Treatment