The hypo and hyperthyroidism difference is that hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid, while hyperthyroidism is an overactive thyroid. One slows body systems, the other speeds them up. Understanding the hypo and hyperthyroidism difference helps you recognise warning signs early and choose the right tests. In this simple guide we break down symptoms, labs and treatments […]
Does vitamin d deficiency cause weight gain describes a common health question about the link between low vitamin D and body weight. In simple terms, does vitamin d deficiency cause weight gain asks if having low vitamin D can make you gain weight or make weight loss harder. At Ascent ENT Speciality Centre our general […]
SGOT and SGPT are enzymes measured in blood tests that help indicate whether liver cells are irritated or damaged. When these enzymes rise above your lab’s normal limits it can signal inflammation in the liver or sometimes stress on other tissues. Because SGOT and SGPT can change for many reasons, this article focuses on how […]
High C-Reactive Protein Levels are when the amount of C-reactive protein in your blood is above the normal range. In simple terms, High C-Reactive Protein Levels indicate active inflammation that your doctor should evaluate. CRP rises fast with infections, autoimmune flares, tissue injury and some chronic diseases. In this GP’s guide you will learn what […]
The stapes bone is a tiny bone inside the middle ear that helps carry sound from your eardrum to the inner ear. When it does not move normally sound cannot pass through as efficiently and hearing becomes reduced. When this bone becomes stiff it is often described as fixation. In everyday terms it means the […]
Normal creatinine levels by age are the typical blood creatinine values expected for each life stage. They help doctors judge how well your kidneys are filtering waste in babies, children, adults and older adults. In this simple guide we explain the creatinine range you will see on your report, how age and muscle mass change […]