Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV)
Post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a frequent complication following anesthesia and surgery, affecting up to 30% of all surgical patients and up to 80%…
Post-Op Photophobia
Post-operative photophobia refers to abnormal light sensitivity experienced following ocular surgery. While some degree of photophobia may be transient and expected, persistent or severe symptoms…
Postoperative Gynecological Infection Due to Peptostreptococcus
Peptostreptococcus species are obligate anaerobic, Gram-positive cocci that are part of the normal flora in the vagina, gastrointestinal tract, and oral cavity. Despite their commensal…
Postoperative Gynecologic Infection Due to Streptococcus
Streptococcus species represent a significant cause of postoperative gynecologic infections, particularly after procedures involving the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and adjacent pelvic structures. Group A…
Post-Menopausal Symptoms and Their Management
Post-menopause begins 12 consecutive months after a woman’s last menstrual period. It marks the end of natural reproductive years, generally occurring between ages 45 and…
Post-Exposure Diphtheria Prevention
Diphtheria, a potentially lethal infection caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, primarily affects the upper respiratory tract and is transmitted through respiratory droplets or close contact. In…
Post-Anesthesia Respiratory Depression
Post-anesthesia respiratory depression is a potentially life-threatening complication that occurs following the administration of anesthesia, particularly during the immediate postoperative period. It is characterized by…
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious psychiatric condition that develops in some individuals after experiencing or witnessing traumatic events such as war, natural disasters,…
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a chronic inflammatory disorder predominantly affecting adults over the age of 50. Characterized by pain and stiffness in the shoulders, neck,…
Polymorphous Light Eruption (PMLE)
Polymorphous light eruption (PMLE) is a common photosensitivity disorder characterized by an abnormal skin reaction to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, typically following sun exposure. It most…