...vomiting * Abdominal pain * Rapid uterine growth * High levels of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in the blood and urine **Q: Diagnosis of Molar Pregnancies** **A:** Molar pregnancies are...
...inserted about 2 inches into the bladder. This may cause some discomfort or a slight burning sensation. Ultrasound post void residual – This alternative method measures residual urine using ultrasound...
...may include: * **Inguinal hernia:** A protrusion of tissue through the abdominal wall at the location where the testicles should be. * **Infertility:** Undescended testicles may not produce sperm or...
...cholesterol into bile * **Certain medical conditions:** Diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease * **Family history:** Having a family member with gallstones increases risk **Symptoms:** * **Abdominal pain:** Sudden, severe...
...is diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, blood tests, and imaging tests, such as thyroid ultrasound: * **Blood tests:** To measure thyroid hormone levels and check for antibodies. *...
...ovarian cancer?** **A:** Early-stage ovarian cancer often has no noticeable symptoms. As the cancer progresses, symptoms may include: * Abdominal swelling or bloating * Frequent urinary urgency or difficulty *...
...pregnancy. This is a good indication of the fetus’ health, and can also determine if the fetus is in distress. Ultrasound scans – Ultrasound scans are necessary at certain points...
...including: – **Congenital defects:** Some individuals are born with a natural weakness in their abdominal wall [[2]]. – **Increased abdominal pressure:** Conditions that increase pressure within the abdomen, such as...
...that can lead to shock and death. Other signs and symptoms include: low blood pressure sudden and intense abdominal pain vomiting blood abdominal mass with a pulse In a 2021...
...injuries Once laparotomy has been completed, the muscle of the abdominal wall and the overlying skin are sutured closed. The death rate from penetrating abdominal wound can be as low...