Mercy Memorial Hospital Igwuruta

Mercy Memorial Hospital Igwuruta Mercy Memorial Hospital, is a state-of-the-art medical facility nestled in the heart of the vibrant South-South region of Nigeria.

With a commitment to excellence, compassion, and innovation, we're dedicated to providing quality healthcare services

03/08/2024

Malaria Prevention Guidelines

1. Use Insecticide-Treated Nets (ITNs)
Sleep under ITNs every night.

2. Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS)
Regularly spray homes with insecticides.

3. Environmental Management
Remove standing water to prevent mosquito breeding.

4. Cover and clean water containers.

5. Personal Protection
Wear long-sleeved clothing at night.

6. Use mosquito repellent on skin.

7. Chemoprophylaxis
Take antimalarial drugs as prescribed, especially for high-risk groups.

8. Prompt Diagnosis and Treatment
Seek medical care immediately for symptoms.
Use rapid diagnostic tests.
Complete prescribed medication.

9. Community Education
Educate communities about malaria prevention.
Distribute materials in local languages.

10. Healthcare Infrastructure
Ensure access to diagnosis and treatment.
Train healthcare workers on malaria protocols.

11. Monitoring and Surveillance
Monitor and report malaria cases regularly.

12. Collaboration
Partner with organizations and local leaders to support efforts.

03/08/2024

Here are ten potential reasons why an ulcer might not be healing:

1. Persistent Infection: Infections, especially with H. pylori bacteria, can prevent an ulcer from healing.

2. NSAID Use: Continued use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can irritate the stomach lining and delay healing.

3. Smoking: Smoking can impair blood flow to the stomach lining, hindering the healing process.

4.Alcohol Consumption: Drinking alcohol can irritate and erode the mucous lining of the stomach, worsening the ulcer.

5.Stress: Chronic stress can increase stomach acid production, exacerbating ulcers.

6. Dietary Factors: Certain foods and beverages, such as spicy foods, caffeine, and acidic foods, can aggravate ulcers.

7. Inadequate Treatment: Not completing prescribed treatment or improper medication use can impede healing.

8. Medical Conditions: Conditions like Crohn's disease or Zollinger-Ellison syndrome can interfere with ulcer healing.

9. Blood Flow Issues: Poor circulation can reduce the delivery of healing nutrients to the ulcer site.

10. Medications: Some medications, such as steroids or bisphosphonates, can delay ulcer healing.

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Izor-olu/hospital Road Off School Road Igwuruta-Ali
Port Harcourt
511002

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