UTI vs Yeast Infection Urinary tract infections and yeast infections may present with similar symptoms in the early stages of the disease. Both may present with lower abdominal pain and painful micturition. Despite similar presentations, there are many differences between the two, which is discussed below in detail while highlighting the clinical features, symptoms, […]
Difference Between Diarrhea and Dysentery
Dysentery vs Diarrhea Diarrhea and dysentery are two common clinical presentations especially in pediatric practice. In pediatric wards, in some countries, there is a separate section for children with diarrhea to admit. This section has expanded latrine facilities and purposefully separated from the other patients due to the high risk of spread. Although both conditions […]
Difference Between Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea vs Chlamydia Gonorrhea and chlamydia are both sexually transmitted infections (STI). Both transmit via intimate contact. Both infections are bacterial and respond to antibiotics. Both infections thrive in immune-compromised individuals. Both infections present with same symptoms most of the time, but there are differences between the symptomatology, which are discussed here in detail. Chlamydia […]
Difference Between Laparoscopy and Laparotomy
Laparotomy vs Laparoscopy Laparoscopy and laparotomy are two approaches to abdominal surgery. Laparotomy is the older of the two and laparoscopy is a very recent development. Both conditions have their advantages and disadvantages. It is the decision of the surgeon to choose between the two approaches. This article will discuss both approaches in detail highlighting […]
Difference Between Pelvic Exam and Pap Smear
Pelvic Exam vs Pap Smear Pap smear and pelvic examination are very common gynecological procedures done both at the office level and hospitals. Pap smear is targeted more towards prevention while pelvic examination is a more of a diagnostic procedure. Pap smear Pap smear is done at well-women clinics, to screen for cervical cancer. […]
Difference Between Syphilis and Herpes
Syphilis vs Herpes Syphilis and Herpes are two sexually transmitted diseases (STD). They both are highly dangerous and cause widespread damage to the body. While both may present similarly, there are many fundamental differences between the two and that will be discussed here in detail. Syphilis Syphilis is a serious sexually transmitted disease with […]
Difference Between Yeast Fungal and Bacterial Infections
Yeast Fungal vs Bacterial Infections Yeast and other bacterial infections are very commonly encountered in general practice. It is very important for the medical practitioner as well as the layman to differentiate between the two. Clear cut differences are there between yeast infection and bacterial infections. Identification will prevent a lot of worry for […]
Difference Between Fibroid and Polyp
Fibroid vs Polyp Fibroids and polyps are both common gynecological conditions encountered in clinical practice. Even though there are different types of fibroids and polyps, endometrial polyps and uterine fibroids are the two entities that usually cause confusion. Both conditions have somewhat similar presentations and ultrasound scan findings also can be equivocal. Despite these […]
Difference Between Yeast Infection and STD
Yeast Infection vs STD Yeast infection and sexually transmitted diseases are two different clinical entities. While yeast infections can transmit via intimate sexual contact, yeast infection is not medically classified as a sexually transmitted disease. Because Yeast transmits via sexual contact and can cause urethritis in the male and, therefore, it may be considered […]
Difference Between Alzheimers and Dementia
Alzheimer’s vs Dementia Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are both commonly seen in elderly individuals. Both diseases impair cognitive functions. Alzheimer’s disease is the commonest cause of dementia. Both diseases affect not only memory but also other cognitive functions. Here, we will discuss all those in detail, highlighting their types, clinical features, signs and symptoms, […]
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