technological advances

As the years advance technology is much better in every area, one of the foremost those related to medicine. Small discoveries have led to develop devices that are efficient and are for a good diagnosis of a disease, prevention, its evolution and its treatment. We have the example of X-rays to visualize the status of a bone and from these behaviors and take actions to improve the patient and so there are new technologies to facilitate many processes without being invasive.

One area of medicine is obstetrics is the area that interests me because this study. One of the best track is the ultrasound, this lets you view the embryo implanted in a short time, allowing among many other things to get a timely diagnosis of the weeks of gestation, if it is not known the date of the last menstrual period in this period also permits early to know the site of implantation. And much later in the pregnancy, will show whether the fetus is developing well, your weight, height and time to diagnose if they had a congenital malformation and thus prepare expectant parents and also prepare professionals who attend childbirth to know what treatment to give the newborn. Today, ultrasound is much clearer, and enables the features of the fetus, namely sex. In addition to see how his vital signs. 4D ultrasound, which are the most modern technology allows us to observe different parts of the baby as well as any patient, so that makes the cuts as a CT scan of the body being studied and, subsequently, the device scans Three-dimensional reconstruction. In addition, this new equipment is beneficial to study the physiological motor activity and the fetus. This is clearly beneficial for professionals as it allows to watch and that if a change does not take them by surprise and have the necessary equipment at hand to improve the condition of the newborn or fetus, but this does not mean that other types of scans are not efficient, mainly differ in the quality of the image, where the latter is not exactly the traits of the fetus, but both are good for diagnosis as those mentioned above.

In conclusion I can say that thanks to new technologies have improved the quality of life of people and in particular has played an important role in health, because without undergoing surgery or in the case of midwifery without having to fetus or embryo without touching this and we know it, know how they are working their organs and systems, we can diagnose your weeks of gestation which helps us to know that conduct taken with the mother, allows us to prepare for the time of delivery and also finally gives the mother the option of knowing the sex of their child and the state of him.

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YOGA

YOGA

Yoga is a technique that works the mind, body and spirit, is an ancient discipline that was born thousands of years in the East.
Just as people often resort to medicine and psychology to spend your stress this is a new way to heal stress ... is a very effective alternative therapy.
There are different types of yoga such as Hatha Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Raja Yoga, Tantra Yoga, Yoga Sapta and these differing mainly in theories and practice. There are more static yoga and other yogas that are more dynamic. Other types of yoga will pay more attention to standing postures, breathing others. The type of yoga you want a person depends on the need she has.

Today many doctors recommend practicing yoga when they see that your patient is stressed. It is usually used as an adjunct treatment although there are some who do not believe in the effectiveness that can have this practice.
The benefits to the individual are varied and depend on many factors such as physical and mental state, what type of illness, food, how to take the practice, among others.
This alternative therapy is also useful in pregnant women, we know that does not harm the woman or the baby, but instead provides a safe practice to ensure good health during pregnancy and childbirth.
Some yoga postures are to avoid the usual aches, nausea, constipation, bloating, headaches. Also ensure that the fetus has more free space for growth in the uterus. Other positions are to facilitate a natural birth and make it much easier.

Ell yoga works on the Chakras, which are energy centers that are located in different parts of the body. By acting on these points, it does is bring the area and let the energy flow, flow and creates a balance and these points are stimulated with different postures and meditation.
To do yoga just need comfortable clothing, be barefoot so they also work the muscles of the feet, being in a quiet environment, do not cold or hot, with music (or without music) and if need be Use mats to feel more relaxed to reach the necessary concentration that this practice is intended.

Brain

The presentation by Dr. Maldonado was very interesting because it was around the brain of various animals and how it differs from the human brain. In addition there was myths surrounding this complex structure.
There are many myths surrounding the brain and something caught my eye is the shape and size according to species. For example the human brain is smaller than the dolphin, but no dolphins are more intelligent than man. Something that if you have to recognize is that the dolphin in animal species is very intelligent. Instead the brain of a squirrel in addition to being small is quite complex without a lot of grooves and a very smooth bark.
There is also difference between the brains of men and the brains of woman. Women to perform a complex activity that is used only three sections of the brain and both sides of this. While active man four sections, but on one side of the brain.
Making a comparison between the human brain and a computer if it is valid, because the computer is complex and can perform tasks and store information for a long time, but there are certain things that are unique to the brain and process information that may be delayed minutes while the computer just one second and also the brain is flexible or adapt to situations while the computer is reliable but is rigid.

The presentation made by Dr. Maldonado struck me as very good and that he not only taught a class but how to deliver knowledge was a dynamic and close for us to ask questions related to the topic or answer questions that arose . Also always good to know a little more structure to the surrounding myths and is so complex.
This presentation helped me to understand how men and women work and also to understand that the brain is unique and although there are objects that attempt to assimilate technology is almost impossible.

Abortion

Among the many issues addressed by Dr. Lorraine Binfa about sexuality ... there was one that caught my attention and abortion ... while being parents is an option, why get an abortion? Is it justifiable?

In Chile the contraceptive methods available to the community, either pills, condoms, among others, including public health services in clinics is delivering free condoms, just enough to be registered.
Also today there is family planning, which lets you decide how and at what point in life to have children based on contraceptive care and enables people to live their sexuality freely and responsibly, preventing unwanted pregnancies and even infections sexual transmission.

The use of contraceptive pills is a good method of preventing pregnancy but not STIs. For this method to be truly effective enough to take a pill every day trying to make it on the same schedule. This method can prevent a pregnancy so that you do not want and be exposed to such an abortion where life is at stake.
Remember that in Chile, abortion is not legal even for therapeutic practice, but despite this end, a large number of illegal abortions.

Something that is still in dispute is that if a woman is a being who has rights and is free why do not you may have to decide between life or that of his son when his life is in danger or in cases of fetal malformation why wait to be born and die ... that is to undergo a psychological abuse.

So I think that in cases where it is in danger the life of the mother (such as tubal pregnancies) is necessary to use a therapeutic abortion, and justified purposes, but what is totally wrong and do not consider it an option is abortion on a mistake by not being responsible and not use their right to free sexuality, the right way, because as I said above there are many ways to prevent reaching kill another life through family planning, so I agree with the position of Dr. Binfa

BLOG 4 : STRESS

Stress is a natural body response to facts that can be threatening. When the answer is given over an overload of stress affects the body and causes the appearance of diseases that prevent the normal development and functioning of the body.

The causes of stress are related to physiological diseases and injuries of the body, relating psychological to emotional and cognitive vulnerability and environmental are food, workplaces with poor security, disasters and so on.

Today it is fashionable to stress ... the hectic life, competitiveness in the world of work and little time for activities every day makes people join STRESS! The incidence of women with stress in Chile is 62.30% and men is 43.90% of the population ... but it is very difficult to determine exact figures.
The most common symptoms of stress are: depression, anxiety, headache, insomnia, indigestion, skin disorders, sexual dysfunction, increased heart rate, diarrhea or constipation, but should be persistent over time.

As every disease has consequences and can be divided into psychological and physical. The most common are: Anxiety, depression, pain, constipation or diarrhea, respiratory problems and heart problems.

Health professionals such as psychologists, psychiatrists and social workers manage stress recommend trying to find positive things, planning fun activities and resting. Good choices in physical activity outdoors, eating well, incorporating fruits and lots of proper meals, hanging out with people close and not keep friends, listening to music, practice yoga or meditation, listening to the body when I tell him to slow down or take a break. Good sleep habits are one of the best ways to manage stress.

morning after pill

Hello:
The so-called "morning after pill" was designed in the early 60s to prevent pregnancy after rape. Today, the tablet is recommended in cases such as voluntary unprotected sex, when the contraceptive method was used incorrectly, after the occurrence of an accident with a contraceptive method, such as condoms break or slip off, or in cases of rape .
. This pill is made from levonorgestrel and acts on the brain and ovary, by deleting the download from the pituitary hormones called gonodatrofinas which are those that induce ovulation.
Like any medication side effects levonorgestrel: in the hours after ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, headaches, fatigue, stomach pain or dizziness.
It is said that when the egg is fertilized the pill does not cause any alteration. It is therefore important to take it as soon as possible so as to have the lowest chances of ovulation. The way to take it within 72 hours after intercourse.
In many places the approval that is not an abortion pill, placing them in clinics, pharmacies sell in Chile have been controversial and has not been the exception.
Free delivery of levonorgestrel generated intense debate in the country and faced in Congress, to the position of right-wing party, which opposed its distribution on the grounds that the pill could have abortifacient effects.
Given this, the Chilean President at the time, said the new law "does not oblige anyone to do something that goes against their moral or ethical principles, not authoritatively imposes an opinion on what should be done. What it does, by On the contrary, is to give freedom to women, giving the opportunity to choose for themselves and for themselves. "
My opinion about the controversy generated by levonorgestrel, is that it is not abortive, because for me life begins when implantation and when the baby is desired. I believe the use of the pill in cases of emergency is justified because the child may not have the necessary love and will only be a problem for their parents. What we do not condone is that you take every time the person does not care, because the idea is also to have responsible sex.

My favorite animal

While I love animals, my favorite animals are dolphins and dogs. Speaking of dogs is much more common today to comment about the most cute and funny animals ... Dolphins. These beautiful animals come to be measured about four meters and can weigh up to 300 kilos ... live in groups of six or more. This enables them to care for each other and protected from predators (even help in raising). Also communicate through whistles, rattles and squeaks that are not random, it is their language, and it is shown that they can post questions and answers.
What I like is that they are playful, sociable, and who are seen jumping into the sea and following boats.

Something that catches my attention to them is the ability to learn, understand and analyze and as I read this is due to the great development of the brain and nervous system. Your brain is even more complex than the human being.

One thing that saddens me is that although they make many big jumps and spins, when a network of traps are not able to escape and are helpless and often die accidentally breaks ... for them are expressions of joy and freedom, play with air bubbles in the form of rings, which are themselves to exhale through their blowholes.

One of the things I like to dive and the future is to learn more about the environment and atmosphere of these animals and also be able to swim with them as many times I've seen in movies and stories.