We all experience hair loss, losing between 50 and 100 strands of hair daily. Hair is lost as a result of a new hair growing in the follicle and pushing the older hair out. Hair grows in a pattern that consists of 3 stages: growth (anagen), involution (catagen), and rest (telogen).Leer artículo
Healthy lungs for October
Did you know that October is heathy lung month? Lungs are important because they oxygenate the blood, and breathing for most of us is something we do subconsciously. Leer artículo
The Popliteal Fossa
At the posterior aspect of the knee? lies the popliteal fossa. It is a diamond shaped♦️area that holds several important nerves and vessels that travel from the thigh to the knee. In this snippet we will take a closer look at its borders and contents. Leer artículo
Saliva and the salivary glands
Every day we produce between 0.5 to 1.5 litres of saliva. ? That equates to about 23,659 litres in a lifetime – enough to fill 2 swimming pools! ? So why do we produce so much saliva? Leer artículo
What happens to the cells during cancer
When healthy cells become cancerous, they typically acquire what are known as the six main hallmarks of cancer. These are biological capabilities that allow cancer cells to survive and spread.Leer artículo
Causes of vision imparement
Vision impairment is the inability of the eyes to function adequately as a unit. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a visually impaired person’s eyesight cannot be corrected to a ‘normal level.’ Leer artículo
Rotator cuff tear: The Facts
Often rotator cuff injuries are associated with professional athletes, such as pitchers⚾️ and tennis players?. However, a majority of patients are those ages 50 and over.Leer artículo
Brain-computer interfaces
A brain-computer interface (BCI) is a system that provides a communication pathway between the central nervous system (CNS) and an external device. Leer artículo
Blood supply to the lungs
Most biochemical reactions in the body either generate energy or require energy to progress. Cellular organelles and tissues need oxygen to ensure these reactions proceed with ease. Leer artículo
Create study notes and maximize revision time with Complete Anatomy
Welcome to Complete Anatomy! We want you to get the most out of your Student license, so over the next few weeks we’ll be showing you some top how-to videos to help you get ahead of your learning and get the edge over your classmates.Leer artículo