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14/10/2026

Test Your Medical Knowledge!

Can you identify which is NOT a common symptom of Crohn’s disease?

A. Chronic diarrhoea
B. Jaundice
C. Abdominal pain

💬 Comment your answer below! Let’s see how many of you get it right.

13/10/2026

Did you know that tiny ulcers in the colon can be an early clue to Crohn’s disease?

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation throughout the digestive tract. It commonly affects the small intestine and colon but can involve any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the a**s.

🔎 What can a colonoscopy reveal?
Aphthous ulcers are small, superficial sores that may be seen during a colonoscopy. They can be an early endoscopic feature of Crohn’s disease, although they are not specific to the condition.

📚 Want to learn more? https://youtu.be/4HmBBFiOIik?si=himexHTRvCXH4eAf

12/10/2026

💬 Did you know that not all gastric polyps are cancerous?

The overall risk of malignancy in gastric polyps is low, generally estimated at less than 2%. However, the risk varies depending on the type of polyp and its characteristics. Some polyps require further investigation or removal.

🎥 Want to learn more? Watch my full medical lecture on gastric polyps here:

👉 https://youtu.be/Oo-d5xDRTkQ?si=mhLiaWsqQw0CjzCn

09/10/2026

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY! 🩵

Tomorrow - recognise the importance of mental well-being, breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, and encouraging everyone to seek support when they need it. Remember, it is okay not to be okay, and asking for help is a sign of strength. 💪🏼

💬 How do you prioritise your mental well-being? Share in the comments!

My educational medical YouTube channel is filled with informative lectures designed to help you understand medical conditions, learn about your health, and make more informed decisions about your well-being.

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08/10/2026

Constant bloating? Burning or aching stomach pain? Nausea? Frequent burping? Indigestion that just won’t go away..?

You might be blaming your diet, stress, or “just having a sensitive stomach”…
But what if there’s a bacteria living in your stomach causing it? 👀

🦠 H. pylori can live in the stomach for years — and many people don’t even know they have it!!

It can be associated with gastritis, stomach ulcers and an increased risk of stomach cancer!

Learn more here: https://youtu.be/eLhBUVjFjeg

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08/10/2026

A GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase) blood test is important because it helps doctors assess the liver and bile ducts and can provide clues about why other liver tests are abnormal.

What does GGT tell you?

* Liver/bile duct health: GGT can rise when there is irritation or damage involving the liver or bile ducts.

* Bile duct obstruction: A high GGT, especially alongside a high ALP (alkaline phosphatase), can suggest a blockage or problem with bile flow, such as gallstones or other biliary disease.

* Alcohol exposure: GGT can increase with regular or heavy alcohol consumption. However, GGT cannot prove that someone drinks alcohol—many other conditions and medications can raise it.

* Medication effects: Some medicines can cause an elevated GGT.

* Helps interpret ALP: This is one of the particularly useful roles of GGT. If ALP is elevated, GGT can help determine whether the source is likely liver/biliary rather than bone.

GGT Test Explained: Reasons for Abnormally High Gamma-Glutamyl Tran...

07/10/2026

Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) is a hereditary condition associated with the development of hundreds to thousands of colorectal adenomatous polyps and a very high risk of colorectal cancer.

Do you know which tumour suppressor gene is mutated in FAP?
A. STK11
B. MUTYH
C. APC

Drop your choice in the comments! 👇

06/10/2026

A colon polyp is a small growth that develops from the lining of the colon. Most colon polyps are harmless, but some can become cancerous over time...

Patients who have colon polyps may experience:
• Blood in the stool
• Change in bowel habits
• Abdominal cramps or discomfort
• Iron-deficiency anaemia

🎥 Watch the full lecture on Colon Polyps here: https://youtu.be/cl3FYC1hZRU?si=KwqeKCmANf-444og

05/10/2026

Think H. pylori is a rare infection? Think again!

MYTH: “H. pylori infection is rare.”
FACT: H. pylori is one of the most common bacterial infections worldwide. 🌍

Approximately 4.4 billion people are estimated to be infected — around 50% of the global population.
Many people have no symptoms, but H. pylori can cause chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers and is associated with an increased risk of gastric cancer.

📚 Want to learn more about H. pylori?
https://youtu.be/qJHp32aZcAc?si=IgzVTGz05tiOgazh

04/10/2026

EXPOSED TO HIV? DON’T WAIT FOR SYMPTOMS.

You may feel completely fine.

You may even test negative.

But that does NOT always mean you’re in the clear. Remember there's an HIV window period!

A rash can be one of the early signs of HIV — but it may look surprisingly ordinary.

🔴 Small pink or red spots
🔴 Flat or slightly raised bumps
🔴 Often spread across the chest, back, trunk and limbs
🔴 Sometimes involving the face, palms or soles

And here’s what makes it easy to miss…

It can appear alongside fever, night sweats, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat and extreme tiredness — symptoms that many people may simply blame on “flu.”

HIV: What Happens in the First 21 Days?
https://youtu.be/suDZiVJ8_rA?si=oEYnE61XKLRCLsFB

Exposed to HIV? Here’s What Happens in the First 21 DaysWhat real...