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My name is Rajni. I am a pathologist and an aspiring medical writer, I also hold a master’s degree in Molecular Pathology of Cancer from Queen’s University, Belfast , UK. I have an interest as well as knowledge in the field of pathophysiology of diseases, oncology and recent advances in molecular technologies. My thesis on the analysis of next-generation sequencing gives insight into the future of molecular diagnostics. Topics that interest me include the diagnostic aspect of diseases, the role of genetic testing in cancer prevention and diagnosis, digital pathology and novel diagnostic technologies.
Cervical cancer prevention in the era of HPV test and vaccine Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cause of death among females worldwide. The high-risk Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the major cause of cancer of the cervix. Although preventable as well as curable, it is still the 2nd most common cause of death in …
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Viagra for women: Decoding the misconception Introduction Viagra® is a brand name for an oral drug approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1988. Men worldwide take Viagra to treat Erectile Dysfunction (ED). From time immemorial, an erect penis represents a man's virility and masculinity. The inability to engage in sexual activity …
Phantom pregnancy: The road to nowhere Sharing the news of a pregnancy is one of the happiest moments of someone’s life. However, pregnancy symptoms can sometimes mislead a person. Such false symptoms of pregnancy without carrying a baby may be the result of some other ailments. Phantom pregnancy is also known as Pseudo-pregnancy or false …
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Breast cancer awareness: Know cancer for no cancer Pink: the color of hope, love and compassion Pink is the color of hope, the color of love and compassion. We have a lot of plans in life: plans to enjoy time with our parents, to see our children grow up, and to be a part of …
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The Most Thoughtful 60th Birthday Present Ever : Bowel cancer screening kit Why should you get screened for bowel cancer at the age of 60 or before? Almost nine out of ten bowel cancer patients are over the age of 60.* A bowel cancer screening kit is one of the most valuable gifts that people …
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