Pleural Effusion vs Pulmonary Edema Pleural effusion and pulmonary edema are two common lung conditions. These two share some aspects of the pathophysiology and cardiac failure, fluid overload, liver failure, and renal failure can cause both these conditions. Pleural Effusion We have two lungs in the thoracic cavity. Lungs are covered with two thin […]
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Difference Between Antiplatelet and Anticoagulant
The key difference between antiplatelet and anticoagulant is that antiplatelet drugs block platelet plug formation while anticoagulants interfere with the extrinsic and intrinsic pathways. Antiplatelets and anticoagulants are drugs involved in the process of blood clotting. Antiplatelet drugs interfere with platelet activation and aggregation while anticoagulants drugs interfere with the coagulation cascade. CONTENTS 1. Overview and […]
Difference Between IBS and Colon Cancer
IBS vs Colon Cancer Colon cancer and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are two long standing conditions which affect the large bowel. Because both conditions share some symptoms, some may mix the two up. It is always better to have a clear idea on how to differentiate the two, to prevent unnecessary misery. Colon Cancer […]
Difference Between Breast Augmentation and Breast Implants
Breast Augmentation vs Breast Implants Breast augmentation and breast implants are nowadays becoming more and more common due to the advances in cosmetic surgical procedures. Women alter the shape, size, and fullness of their breasts for cosmetic reasons either after disfiguring conditions like malignancy or otherwise. It is important to understand the basics in […]
Difference Between Body Mass and Body Weight
Body Mass vs Body Weight Mass and weight are two different concepts which are loosely used to refer to the same thing in lay terms. In scientific context, they are not as related as many seem to think. Body Mass Mass means the actual amount of matter an object contains. Mass remains constant wherever […]
Difference Between BMI and Body Fat
BMI vs Body Fat As obesity has become an ever increasing problem all over the world, people start to pay attention to things like diet, exercise, and body weight. Obesity is a modifiable risk factor for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart diseases, and strokes. BMI and body fat are terms closely related to obesity. […]
Difference Between Angina and Heart Attack
Angina vs Heart Attack Angina and heart attack are two terms we hear very often. They both are heart conditions. Simply because the world is under the ever increasing threat of non-communicable diseases it is vital that we know the difference between these two conditions. Angina Angina is a chest pain, which is of […]
Difference Between Endocarditis and Pericarditis
Endocarditis vs Pericarditis The heart is a complex organ which acts as two pumps stuck together. It has four chambers. Two atria open into two ventricles. The left side is separated from the right side by inter-atrial and inter-ventricular septum. The heart is lined by a thin layer of cells and connective tissue called […]
Difference Between Agglutination and Coagulation
Agglutination vs Coagulation Agglutination and coagulation are two very technical terms which rarely come up unless you are a medical professional. These two terms refer to two different phenomena; however, agglutination makes only a tiny part in the coagulation cascade. Agglutination Agglutination is the process of clumping of particles. There are many examples of […]
Difference Between Lean Muscle and Muscle Mass
Lean Muscle vs Muscle Mass Body image is very important for self–esteem. Since very recently only body builders were interested in lean muscle and low body fat levels. As non-communicable diseases rise, body weight, body mass index, body fat content, muscle mass and lean muscle mass have become very familiar to many. Muscle Mass […]
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