2018-11-01 12:32
Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, is a condition when the anal or lower rectal veins get swollen. It results in painless bleeding during bowel movements, irritation in the anal region, and o… Read More
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Scientific Animations Blog largely talks about the mechanism of actions (MoA) of various diseases, virus attacks, organ systems, and other aspects of human anatomy. We keep a tab of latest trends and enrich our write-ups with high-quality illustrations and visuals for a rather comprehensive understanding of the topic. We don’t believe in flooding our blog with any topic, but we carry out proper research before penning down some piece of insight.
2018-10-30 09:23
A hard crystalline material formed within the kidney or along the urinary tract is known as a kidney stone. Kidney stones usually originate in the kidneys but can also get formed anywhere in… Read More
2018-10-25 11:18
Hypothyroidism is a condition that occurs when our thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. It is a disorder of the endocrine system. The thyroid gland is responsible for rele… Read More
2018-10-24 09:11
Asthma is when a person’s airways narrow, leading to subsequent swelling and production of extra mucus. This not only makes breathing harder but also can lead to coughing, wheezing and… Read More
2018-10-19 09:32
Snoring is when the respiratory structures of the body vibrate, producing sound because of obstruction in the air movement during breathing while asleep.While the sound may be soft it mostly… Read More
2018-10-19 09:32
Snoring is when the respiratory structures of the body vibrate, producing sound because of obstruction in the air movement during breathing while asleep.While the sound may be soft it mostly… Read More
2018-10-16 09:39
Signal transmission occurs across the nervous system as the neurons conduct electrical signals to and from the brain and spinal cord. This is possible because of a critical component present… Read More
2018-10-12 11:46
When a fibrous plaque develops inside the the male penis, it results in a painful condition called Peyronie’s disease. Peyronie’s disease is a connective tissue disorder that aff… Read More
2018-10-12 11:46
When a fibrous plaque develops inside the the male penis, it results in a painful condition called Peyronie’s disease. Peyronie’s disease is a connective tissue disorder that aff… Read More
2018-10-03 10:59
Freckles appear as clusters of circular, brownish-colored spots, more prominently on the faces of light-skinned people. They occur as a result of increased melanin production.
Freckles are… Read More
2018-10-03 10:59
Freckles appear as clusters of circular, brownish-colored spots, more prominently on the faces of light-skinned people. They occur as a result of increased melanin production.
Freckles are… Read More
2018-09-20 12:59
Parenteral nutrition or parenteral feeding is simply defined as the intravenous administration of nutrients, maybe as a supplement or as the sole source of nutrition.
Total parenteral nutrit… Read More
2018-09-18 11:49
A pimple also known as a zit or spot is formed when the oil gets trapped in the skin pores.
While anyone can be prone to pimples, it is a common occurrence among young teens. Around 80% of… Read More
2018-09-13 11:02
A vertigo patient experiences a sense of spinning even when he is still. This dizziness is often accompanied with nausea or vomiting, headache, double vision or a racing heartbeat.
Causes
Ca… Read More
2018-09-07 10:52
AI has long been touted as the next big thing in medicine. Now, a new study explains how analyzing complex and messy healthcare data is becoming easier because of machine learning.
As per… Read More
2018-09-04 09:46
Heat stroke (or sunstroke) occurs when a person’s body temperature rises above 40 degree celsius, either suddenly or gradually. This serious medical condition, when the external heat… Read More
2018-08-30 05:19
The tracheobronchial tree refers to the system of air flow in the lungs through the internal respiratory organs- trachea, bronchi and bronchioles.
Each lung bears one major bronchus, which d… Read More
2018-08-24 10:57
Influenza or simply “the flu” is a common infectious disease caused by influenza viruses. It is usually characterized by high fever, runny nose, sore throat, and body ache / hea… Read More
2018-08-22 09:22
Celiac disease is a long term autoimmune disorder that affects the small intestine and is triggered when a person eats gluten. Gluten is a protein that is found in grains like wheat , barley… Read More
2018-08-17 09:07
A migraine is a headache disorder that is usually identified by recurring headaches that may be both mild or severe. These headaches usually last from anywhere between 2 to 72 hours. Symptom… Read More
2018-08-16 05:25
When excess fat accumulates in the body tissues and begins to negatively impact the overall health of the person, the medical condition is known as obesity. Body mass index or BMI value is w… Read More
2018-08-09 06:52
Between 5-15% of people in America have dyslexia — a neurological condition in which a person finds it difficult to read and learn. This is because the brain is unable to properly proc… Read More
2018-08-07 08:41
In vitro fertilization or simply IVF literally implies “conception in a laboratory”. A typical IVF procedure involves collecting eggs from the female’s ovaries and exposing… Read More
2018-08-02 10:37
There are two types of measles:
Measles: This is the standard form caused by the rubeola virus.
German measles: This is caused by the rubella virus and is comparatively less severe. Unborn… Read More
2018-07-31 09:23
Conventional methods of cancer treatment like chemotherapy, radiation therapy or surgery undoubtedly, have improved patients’ survival. This is true for hormonal therapy also, often us… Read More
2018-07-26 06:29
1 in about 50-100 Americans suffers from Conjunctivitis every year. Conjunctivitis is made up of “conjunctiva” + “itis” , meaning, inflammation of the conjunctiva la… Read More
2018-07-24 10:52
Sleep may seem simple and static, but, in reality, sleep is a complex and dynamic process. Researchers have discovered distinct, measurable changes in both the body and brain, occurring regu… Read More
2018-07-18 13:00
Sciatica happens as a result of irritation of the sciatic nerve (the largest nerve in the body) beginning in the lower back and extending down to the lower limb. Sciatica is often characteri… Read More
2018-07-12 13:18
Warts are small skin outgrowths with a rough, grainy texture. They, most commonly, develop on hands and feet and are usually harmless. However, they are contagious and may sometimes be pain… Read More
2018-07-11 09:35
An underactive thyroid gland that does not produce enough thyroid hormone is a medical condition called Hypothyroidism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland situated at the bas… Read More
2018-07-04 12:39
What is urine?
Urine is a liquid form of metabolic waste containing urea and other nitrogenous compounds, that are filtered out from the blood. It is stored in the urinary bladder and is exc… Read More
2018-06-26 04:51
As a patient, we often hear doctors use terms that we don’t understand. Even more frustrating are terms that we think we understand, but that do not actually mean what we think they do… Read More
2018-06-14 12:55
Diarrhea, as defined by WHO, is a condition of having at least three loose or liquid stools each day. It usually results in dehydration due to fluid loss.
Diarrhea is basically an intestin… Read More
2018-06-11 13:21
Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lung (pneumonitis) and the leading cause of death of children under 5 years old worldwide. In the US, around 1 million people are hospi… Read More
2018-06-08 11:42
The Internet of Things or IOT has risen to prominence and is touted as the next big thing. This is come about lottery because of a conference in three major areas. First, the ubiq… Read More
2018-06-05 08:46
The human appendix, a slimy sac that hangs between the small and large intestine, has always been known as an evolutionary artifact that serves no purpose, but can potentially become a leth… Read More
2018-05-31 05:45
Previous research studies in rodent models indicated a link between anxiety, depression and asthma.
A new study of Taiwan reported a strong association of allergic diseases to psychiatric a… Read More
2018-05-22 10:18
“Now is the right time in our history to take a fresh approach to data sharing in healthcare”
— John Halamka, Chief Information Officer at Boston-based Beth Israel Deacon… Read More
2018-05-22 10:18
“Now is the right time in our history to take a fresh approach to data sharing in healthcare”
— John Halamka, Chief Information Officer at Boston-based Beth Israel Deacon… Read More
2018-05-17 07:23
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) account for thousands of deaths, permanent and temporary disabilities each year.
Not all head injuries are brain injuries. Brain damage caused by a traumatic i… Read More
2018-05-15 12:13
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)
The inner surface of human cells are lined with phospholipids. Cell membrane damage due to infectious disease can sometimes release these phospholipid molecul… Read More
2018-05-10 12:03
Trust your gut ? Science says you should !
After many years of research, there is evidence to show that microbiota impacts not just physical health, but also emotional well-being in humans… Read More
2018-05-08 06:33
Cancer’s Genes
The term “carcinoma” was coined by Hippocrates around 400 BC. The understanding of cancer mechanisms started in 1845 when John Bennett and Rudolf Virchow obs… Read More
2018-05-04 12:27
Amniocentesis or “puncture of the amnion,” refers to the process of aspirating an ounce of amniotic fluid that surrounds the fetus in the mother’s womb. The amnion is a thi… Read More
2018-05-01 12:56
A Barium enema is an X-ray imaging test that examines the lower intestinal tract, consisting of the ascending colon, the transverse colon, the descending colon, the sigmoid colon and the rec… Read More
2018-04-23 12:53
The sun, water, air – the elements – are double-edged swords for humans. In moderation, they sustain planetary life. But they can also be dangerous. The human body’s mach… Read More
2018-04-20 10:57
A new study of an astronaut and his identical twin is informing the nature vs. nurture debate, especially in the context of space travel
Going to Mars is riddled with both technical hur… Read More
2018-04-18 11:20
A pacemaker is a device that helps monitor and regulate heartbeat. It is commonly employed to overcome faulty electrical signalling in the heart that causes the heartbeat to become a… Read More
2018-04-16 07:13
A successful marketing campaign for the growth of your business is all about selecting the right creative partner who embraces your vision, captures its essence, bring a distinctive X-factor… Read More
2018-04-13 07:47
Atrial fibrillation occurs when the electrical impulses that cause cardiac contractions become erratic and unsynchronised, causing the heart to beat irregularly. This ‘arrhythm… Read More
2018-04-10 11:14
Apple’s ARKit means Augmented Reality will soon be as common in the medical industry as white coats!
Imagine you are one of the 10% of Americans that are afraid of needles, waiting fo… Read More
2018-03-23 11:44
Carolyn Bertozzi, a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) investigator, discovered that a modified trehalose sugar molecule can penetrate the cell wall of TB bacteria act as a diagnosis m… Read More
2018-03-22 12:37
Heroin abuse is a growing problem in the US. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 15,446 Americans died from heroin overdose between 2000 and 2016; since then, mortalit… Read More
2018-03-21 04:28
Selecting the right creative partner is a challenge that traverses products and industries. The process of vendor selection is further complicated because of the subjective nature of crea… Read More
2018-03-14 12:33
The Japanese government recently granted accelerated approval to a new drug that has been shown to combat influenza in one day, with one pill.
The drug is called Xofluza (generic:… Read More
2018-02-22 11:06
Urinary tract infections are infections of the urine-producing/carrying organs: kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. When the infection is confined to the bladder and urethra, this is ca… Read More
2018-02-20 07:13
The purpose of treating varicose veins is to fade them. This is done by simply closing them off and redirecting the blood flow through them to other veins. Several types of procedures can do… Read More
2018-02-12 09:21
Infectious diseases are no longer the major killers in the U.S. that they once were, but they still surprise us.
That’s what the report published in the journal of the American Medic… Read More
2018-01-29 09:09
A crucial part of treating Cervical Cancer is determining its development stage – early, medial or advanced:
Early stage cancers are confined to only the cervix region and can be tre… Read More
2018-01-12 11:30
AI brings hope for pharmaceutical companies to help them find new medicines that are faster, cheaper and more likely to be effective.
In the past, drug companies have used artificial… Read More
2018-01-09 10:14
FACT: Childhood obesity has tripled in the last 3 decades.
Besides obvious reasons like growing fast food chains, and lack of physical activity, what could be the major environmental reaso… Read More
2018-01-04 05:22
When you think about how to prevent depression from taking up residence in your life, you probably don’t give your cell phone much thought. After all, it’s how you stay “… Read More
2017-12-28 10:11
The use of handheld devices is often associated with discomfort, pain and repetitive-strain injuries.
As per a 2015 study published in the journal Muscle & Nerve, college students with h… Read More
2017-12-23 11:12
Familiar with the groggy feeling that comes after staying up too late?
Scientists at UCLA know why:
The brain’s neurons fire with less power when we are sleep deprived.
Your s… Read More
2017-12-23 04:18
Headache?“Throw that phone away!”Can’t eat? “Throw that phone away!”Tired all the time? “Throw that phone away!”
That’s the standar… Read More
2017-12-19 11:03
Parkinson’s disease affects an estimated seven million to 10 million people worldwide. Even though research in the field of this disease continues to progress, there is still no sures… Read More
2017-12-08 05:48
Heart disease and Cancer, the topmost and the second most common killer in the US, inhabited parallel universes of medical science till recently. Cardio-oncology or Onco-cardiology is a pret… Read More
2017-12-01 10:53
 
The main reason why human bodies struggle to fight HIV is because of the virus’ incredible ability to mutate. The immune system finds itself in a fight against an insurmount… Read More
2017-11-30 07:14
Scientists set out to create a medical animation showing how sperm moves, and they ended up making a significant discovery.
Don Ingber, founding director of Harvard Wyss Institute and Charle… Read More
2017-11-27 07:24
Osteoporosis, the bone-thinning condition once considered a disease affecting just women, is now coming to light as an underdiagnosed condition in men. As the number of men in the 70+ age gr… Read More
2017-11-20 13:08
Obesity affects many parameters that are otherwise normal in healthy individuals. Altered vitamin status is one such parameter. The article stresses upon how obesity and vitamin conc… Read More
2017-11-14 12:40
Is Prediabetes even a thing?
It hasn’t been very long since doctors started using terms like ‘prediabetes’ or ‘borderline diabetes’, to indicate the state of a… Read More
2017-11-07 13:26
Good nutritional intake is essential for cancer patients because the illness and its treatment procedures can affect the diet through altering their body’s nutrient consumption and tol… Read More
2017-11-01 05:58
Good quality medical animation videos allow the marketers to get the maximum ROI, besides augmenting to their patient education strategy. Hospitals, with the right animation, can increase… Read More
2017-10-31 08:12
Staging is the process of finding out how widespread the cancer is at the time of diagnosis. Determining the stage of breast cancer is helpful in determining the treatment method best suitab… Read More
2017-10-23 12:45
An article published in the American Association for the Advancement of Science magazine* tells that Clevers, Director of the Hubrecht Institute in Utrecht, Netherlands, has developed a me… Read More
2017-10-10 08:38
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var i;
var x = document.getElementsByClassName("mySlides");
for (i = 0; i x.length) {myIndex = 1}
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2017-10-09 13:24
“Share the Power” – That’s the theme of the World Heart Day as pinned by the World Heart Federation. While it invites us all to share what powers our healthy heart, w… Read More
2017-10-06 11:00
Experience The Power Of VR Medical Animation
Hollywood dreams of a future that involves “looking inside” the human body. With the evolution of modern medicine and technology, we… Read More
2017-09-25 10:49
Testicular cancer, as is clear from the term, is a cancer that begins in the testicles of a male human being. The testicles are majorly responsible for the synthesis of androgens (male hor… Read More
2017-09-25 08:12
We often hear ‘heart attack’ and ‘cardiac arrest’ interchangeably. While it’s true that having a heart attack may cause cardiac arrest, many times these occurre… Read More
2017-09-25 07:45
The report focuses on the competitive landscape of the Medical Animation industry and dwells on the influential development of policies and plans that will determine the market’s traje… Read More
2017-09-20 13:11
Based on typical use, Intrauterine devices (IUDs) have a failure rate of 0.8% per year, while the most popular birth control pill that requires daily dosing has up to 9% of failure rate. IUD… Read More
2017-09-18 07:33
Alzheimer’s disease is an outcome of degeneration of neurons in the brain. So an Alzheimer’s patient experiences disruption in two major operations- the transmission of electrica… Read More
2017-09-13 11:10
When a person’s own immune cells start to attack the insulating layer, known as myelin, that covers the neurons and aids communication, it marks the onset of Multiple Sclerosis. The… Read More
2017-09-08 09:59
No one can depict a human body as outrageously as medical illustrators do. They work as visual translators of complex medical information and create medical illustrations that are an interse… Read More
2017-09-07 11:08
If there’s one time that brings ‘excitement’ in the healthcare community, it has to be this – The Fall Conference season.
Medical Conferences are, undoubtedly, eagerl… Read More
2017-08-30 12:40
To provide a thorough and detailed update of your dental condition, dentists require more than just a visual examination. Dental X-rays allow dentists to see the unseen. They are used to exa… Read More
2017-08-30 08:23
What is Gluten and Gluten Sensitivity?
Gluten is a protein present in wheat, barley, and rye.
Wheat is used as a common ingredient in almost all varieties of breads, pastas, and cereal.Many… Read More
2017-08-29 13:48
The effects of makeup on your health are more than just skin-deep.
According to Mercola.com, the body can absorb as much as 5 pounds of cosmetic chemicals every year. In recent years, food a… Read More
2017-08-21 10:20
Being the largest and most complex, the knee joint is the most stressed joint in the body- a major reason for arthritis. Knee replacement surgery is, therefore, a popular and widely practice… Read More
2017-08-17 11:43
“Don’t have a general anesthetic once you’re 50 – it’ll wipe out a quarter of your brain.”
— Barbara Cartland, novelist (died at the age of 98)
R… Read More
2017-08-16 10:18
A diabetic taking insulin injectionMaturity Onset Diabetes of the Young or MODY is a new, and rare form of diabetes mellitus. It occurs as a result of mutation in one of the 11 genes and i… Read More
2017-08-16 10:18
A diabetic taking insulin injectionMaturity Onset Diabetes of the Young or MODY is a new, and rare form of diabetes mellitus. It occurs as a result of mutation in one of the 11 genes and i… Read More
2017-08-16 05:49
In the modern arena that keeps patient-education in the center, we get to see medical video clips commonly in doctor’s offices, hospitals and even on television shows. These animation… Read More
2017-08-09 10:05
Medical animation still showing inside view of Mother’s BreastThere are several advantages of breastfeeding, to both the mother and child, that we are already aware of.
Recorded benef… Read More
2017-08-04 11:37
The food begins its journey from the mouth where the tongue rolls it and teeth break it into pieces, while saliva softens it to begin the process of digestion. It further goes down the diges… Read More
2017-08-03 05:52
What if we told you that ‘sinus headache’ is not as common as you think?
Yes.
If you suffer from frequent sinus headaches, there is a good chance that you are actually experienci… Read More
2017-07-28 09:54
Medical animation still of Hepatitis C virusHepatitis C is an extremely contagious, blood-borne virus that currently infects about 4 million Americans. Its transmission occurs through direc… Read More
2017-07-25 13:36
Remember the last time you gorged on the chicken burger for lunch and then just couldn’t keep your eyes open for that afternoon meeting. Why?
Scientists have been wondering since forev… Read More
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