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Case 34 : GENETIC SCREENING

Case Study 33 : GENETIC COUNSELING Challenges A 42-year-old G4P3, four-month pregnant mother visited the clinic. Given her age, the doctor felt concerned about the possibility of the fetus’ having Down Syndrome, a risk currently estimated at one per 100 births for women of 40 years and above. She was advised to undergo genetic screening […]

Case 33 : GENETIC COUNSELING

Case Study 33 : GENETIC COUNSELING Challenges A baby girl was born 6 months ago via normal spontaneous delivery, full term, to a 32-year-old G4P3 mother, with no fetomaternal complications. At age 3 months she showed no head control, unable to sit even with support, and with generalized hypotonia. At six months she was hooked […]

Case 32 : OFFERING HOPE

Case Study 32 : OFFERING HOPE Challenges A 22 year-old male was admitted due to extensive chemical burn injuries involving the face, torso and extremities inflicted by his sister. Initial findings were severe anterior ocular ischemia with vision of counting fingers at one foot, both eyes. His condition deteriorated despite efforts made on both eyes, […]

The “D.I.E.T.” Approach: Sustainable Eating Habits for a Healthier You

When Occupational Medicine Specialist Ryan Raymond Y. Bautista, MD recommends you go on a DIET, he is not making a subtle dig at your weight. Rather, it is a suggestion that benefits everybody, regardless of size or shape.   For the Head of the Makati Medical Center WellnessHub, DIET is an acronym for four (4) […]

Case 31 : DISTRESSING TRUTH

Case Study 31 : DISTRESSING TRUTH Challenges A 32-year-old female, G4P4, admitted due to abdominal pain, was diagnosed with cervical carcinoma, stage III; she underwent cobalt therapy. Doctors contemplated total hysterectomy, but remain unsure of her prognosis. Question What are some considerations when informing patients of their precarious condition? Solutions The goal remains telling patients […]