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Injectable CGRP Inhibitors: A New Alternative for Migraine Treatment

Migraine is a debilitating headache disorder that significantly impacts daily life and quality of life. Despite the availability of various medications for prevention and relief of migraine headaches, some patients do not respond well to these treatments or have limitations in their use. This has led to the development of a new class of medication: injectable CGRP inhibitors. This group of medication effectively prevents migraine headaches and is considered a new alternative for migraine patients.

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RSV Infection: Is Prevention Truly Possible?

RSV is a virus that commonly causes outbreaks from the rainy season to winter. Its symptoms typically resemble those of a common cold. However, children who are born prematurely or have certain lung or heart conditions, as well as adults aged 60 and older, or those aged 50 to 59 with underlying health conditions, are at higher risk of contracting RSV and may experience severe symptoms requiring hospitalization.

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PrEP | A Powerful Defense Against HIV

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a game-changing medication regimen that offers robust protection against HIV transmission for individuals at high risk.

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Understanding Gastrointestinal Subepithelial Lesions (SELs)

A gastrointestinal subepithelial lesion (SEL) is a mass or mass-like structure that protrudes into the gastrointestinal (GI) lumen, arising from layers beneath the mucosa of the GI tract wall. What to do when your doctor finds SELs?

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Advancements in Cardiac Care at Bumrungrad's Heart Institute

Bumrungrad International Hospital's Heart Institute is at the forefront of cardiac care, offering advanced treatments and services in several key areas.

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Experience Pain-Free Dental Cleaning with Air Flow GBT Technology

Air Flow is the process of cleaning teeth using water pressure, air, and high-resolution cleaning powder. It effectively eliminates microbial plaque, tooth stains, and coffee or tea stains that may cause tooth decay or gum inflammation.

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New Guidelines for Acute Pancreatitis: A Patient's Guide

This year, the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) published new guidelines for patients with acute pancreatitis (AP). This guide summarizes these guidelines to help you understand the standard of care.

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New American Guidelines for Endoscopic Treatment of Barrett's Esophagus

Barrett's Esophagus (BE) is a precursor to esophageal cancer. The American Gastroenterological Association has recently released guidelines on Endoscopic Eradication Therapy to assist healthcare providers in managing this condition effectively.

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Ensuring High-Quality Upper Endoscopy: What You Need to Know

Upper endoscopy, a procedure commonly performed to diagnose and treat various digestive tract conditions, has recently been updated with new guidelines from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA).

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