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Getting to Know Metabolic Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) or Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis

It is well known that obesity is a major factor contributing to type 2 diabetes. Excess body fat is broken down into free fatty acids and glucose, which enter the bloodstream and are distributed throughout the body.

Normally, the quadrivalent influenza vaccine regularly administered in Thailand has an effectiveness of about 70 - 90% in preventing influenza caused by the same or similar virus strains used in the vaccine production. Therefore, even those who have been vaccinated may still get the flu, but the severity of the illness will be reduced.

Alopecia Areata is characterized by hair loss in one or multiple circular patches. Medically, this condition is called Alopecia Areata. It occurs in both females and males, most commonly between the ages of 20-40.

In hot climates like Thailand - where high temperatures are common year - round - heat stroke is a serious condition that shouldn’t be overlooked. It occurs when the body is exposed to excessive heat, especially during outdoor work or exercise. Prolonged heat exposure, combined with poor ventilation, can cause body temperature to rise rapidly and become dangerous.

Eye diseases caused by UV exposure are classified into two groups: short-term and long-term effects. In the short term, exposure to high-intensity or prolonged UV radiation can cause corneal inflammation, with symptoms such as burning eyes, tearing, light sensitivity, red eyes, and eye pain. Long-term UV exposure affects both the skin around the eyes and the eyes themselves.