Darren K. Orme 
Heavy lifting, intense exercise, sex, orgasm, straining, dehydration, or activity that increases cramping may make bleeding or discomfort feel worse in some people. However, many cases are not caused by anything the pregnant person did. A subchorionic hematoma is a collection of blood between the pregnancy membrane and the wall of the uterus. It is … Read more
Gallstones while pregnant can happen because pregnancy hormones may change bile and slow gallbladder emptying. This can make bile thicker and increase the chance of gallstones or gallbladder sludge. Some pregnant people have gallstones without symptoms. Others may feel upper right abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating, pain after fatty meals, or pain that spreads to … Read more
Gallstones often form when bile contains too much cholesterol or bilirubin, or when the gallbladder does not empty properly. Women have a higher risk because estrogen, pregnancy, hormone therapy, weight changes, obesity, diabetes, age, and family history can all affect bile and gallbladder function. Gallstones are hard, pebble-like pieces of material that form inside the … Read more
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 15, 2026 – Zymeworks Inc. presented new Phase 1 clinical data for ZW191, its folate receptor alpha-targeting antibody-drug conjugate, at the ESMO Gynaecological Cancers Congress 2026, highlighting early anti-tumor activity in patients with difficult-to-treat gynecologic cancers. The data came from the dose-escalation portion of an ongoing Phase 1 study evaluating ZW191 … Read more
HALIFAX, NS, June 15, 2026 – Canadian healthcare technology buyers are entering e-Health26 with a more demanding procurement agenda, according to new findings from Black Book Research. The firm’s 2026 Canada Digital Health Market Outlook shows that health systems are placing stronger emphasis on interoperability, Canadian data governance, AI controls, cybersecurity, workflow automation and measurable … Read more
ROCKVILLE, Md. and SUZHOU, China, June 15, 2026 – Ascentage Pharma Group International presented multiple clinical updates from its hematology pipeline at the 31st Congress of the European Hematology Association, highlighting ongoing studies of two core assets, olverembatinib and lisaftoclax. The company announced that 17 clinical updates were featured at EHA2026, including eight poster presentations. … Read more
Symptoms of gallbladder problems in females often include pain in the upper right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, bloating, pain after fatty meals, and pain that spreads to the back or right shoulder. Some females may also notice fever, chills, yellow skin, dark urine, pale stools, or worsening pain that needs urgent medical care. Gallbladder problems are … Read more
What is cystic fibrosis in babies? Cystic fibrosis, often called CF, is a genetic condition that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. In babies, it can affect breathing, digestion, weight gain, bowel movements, and growth. Some babies show signs soon after birth, while others are diagnosed through … Read more
Can you live without a pancreas? Yes, you can live without a pancreas, but you will need lifelong medical care. After total pancreas removal, the body can no longer make enough insulin or digestive enzymes, so most people need insulin therapy, pancreatic enzyme replacement, nutrition support, and regular follow-up. The pancreas helps control blood sugar … Read more
Autoimmune pancreatitis is a rare type of long-term pancreas inflammation. It happens when the immune system appears to attack the pancreas by mistake. This can lead to swelling, jaundice, digestive problems, weight loss, or imaging changes that may look similar to pancreatic cancer. This condition can be hard to diagnose because symptoms are sometimes mild … Read more
