Virtual Care for Real Issues: The Impact of Online STD Doctors
Healthcare has always been evolving with time, especially since the Covid-19 pandemic. One such change that it had brought forth was; telemedicine. While the concept of telemedicine is not unheard of; recent events have catapulted its growth and integration into modern medicine. So, what is it all about? Getting Help from An Online STD […]
Screening for Wellness: Cervical Health at Your Trusted Women’s Health Clinic
Cervical screening test is important to check the health of your cervix. This test helps to find any abnormal changes before they turn into cancer. Therefore, this test is an important tool to help prevent cervical cancer. In Malaysia, cervical cancer is the 3rd commonest cancer among women and ranks 7th among the population. […]
United Against the “Big Bad H” & Exploring Herpes Treatment in Malaysia
Although herpes is one of the most common STIs in the world, it’s still very much a taboo health condition. Perhaps it’s the stigma that makes herpes uniquely devastating to be on the receiving end of or maybe it’s its permanency. But whatever it is, it’s apparent that herpes carries a unique psychological burden, made worse by […]
How Do I Know If I Have HIV? And What To Do Next? – A Clinical Advice for Malaysians
Here are some HIV statistics to ponder on. An average of eight people contract Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) a day in the country. In 2022, a total of 60% of HIV infections were due to sexual relations. Those between the ages of 20 and 39 make up the highest number with 77% and over 90% […]
How Is Gonorrhoea Caused? And Can It Be Cured? – A Medical Guide for Malaysians
What is Gonorrhoea? Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoea. It is transmitted by oral, vaginal or anal sex. Gonorrhoea can infect the genitals, mouth and rectum. According to the Ministry of Health, nearly a quarter of new reported gonorrhoea cases last year in Malaysia were among adolescents aged below […]
Types of Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Treatments & When To Visit A Doctor in Malaysia
What is Erectile Dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is defined as the persistent inability to achieve or maintain penile erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. It is a significant and common medical problem affecting many men worldwide. Stop Blaming Yourself! When it comes to their sexual performance, men can be extremely embarrassed discussing it with others. You […]
All You Need to Know About Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction in Malaysia: A Complete Guide
What is shockwave therapy? The clinical term for this treatment is low-intensity electro-shockwave therapy (Li ESWT). Shockwave therapy does not rely on medications or surgeries. Instead, it uses low-intensity sound waves that are applied to penile tissues. These waves help to get rid of micro plaque within existing blood vessels as well as aid in […]
What Are The Side Effects of Warts & The Treatment Options Available
What are warts and how do they spread? Warts are non-cancerous skin growths caused by infection of the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are more than 100 types of HPV, but only a few of them cause warts. HPV can be transmitted from one person to another either by direct contact or indirectly such as by […]
KETUAT: PENCEGAHAN DAN PILIHAN RAWATAN TERBAIK DI MALAYSIA
Kebanyakan dari kita pernah mengalami masalah ketumbuhan di bahagian kulit yang tidak diketahui puncanya. Kadangkala ketumbuhan tersebut hilang selepas beberaqpa bulan dan adakalanya ketumbuhan tersebut kekal di tempat yang sama malahan bertambah bilangannya dari masa ke semasa. Terdapat pelbagai punca yang boleh dikaitkan dengan ketumbuhan di bahagian kulit dan antara penyebab yang biasa dijumpai adalah […]
STD Testing- What To Expect When You Visit a Clinic
STD testing is important if you’re sexually active. Yearly testing is usually recommended especially if you’ve had multiple partners. Obviously if you experience symptoms such as penile or vaginal discharge, rashes or burning sensation when you pee, testing should be done as soon as possible. It’s does take a lot of courage to walk […]