by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 01/29/2026 | Cancers and Tumors, Dermatological Disease
Topics covered in this post What basal cell carcinoma is and how it develops Signs, symptoms, and who is at higher risk Why it should not be ignored despite being common Diagnosis: when to suspect it and how it is confirmed Most common types of basal cell carcinoma...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 12/21/2025 | Cardiovascular Diseases
Contents What varicose veins are and how they form Signs, symptoms, and who is at higher risk Complications that require attention Diagnosis: clinical exam and venous Doppler ultrasound CEAP classification in simple language Treatment: from conservative care to...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 12/16/2025 | Gastrointestinal Diseases
Contents What is cholelithiasis Symptoms: how to recognize biliary colic Risk factors and who should be evaluated Diagnosis: tests that clarify the picture Major complications Treatment: observation, medications, ERCP, and surgery Pregnancy and gallstones Post-op and...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 12/14/2025 | Genetic and Hereditary Diseases
Contents discussed in this post What is thalassemia Types of thalassemia: alpha and beta How thalassemia affects hemoglobin production Symptoms and clinical signs in thalassemia major and minor Diagnosis and laboratory tests Treatment: blood transfusions, iron...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 12/12/2025 | Infectious Diseases
Contents discussed in this post What rubella is How it spreads and how long people are contagious Typical symptoms in children and adults When to suspect it and key differentials Rubella in pregnancy and congenital rubella syndrome Laboratory diagnosis Treatment and...