15 July 2025 – A Moment With Dr. Ko

Side Effects of Systemic Corticosteroids

Systemic corticosteroids are widely prescribed for various inflammatory and autoimmune conditions due to their potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. However, the clinical application of these medications must be tempered with a thorough understanding of their [CONTINUE READING…]

Guide to Choosing Affordable Accommodations: Balancing Cost, Quality, and Safety

Traveling can be an exhilarating yet substantial financial undertaking. While the quest for an affordable stay is a common goal for many travelers, navigating the sea of options available online can prove challenging. As experts [CONTINUE READING…]

Breast Pain: Cyclic and Noncyclic Mastalgia

Breast pain, clinically referred to as mastalgia, is a prevalent concern that can be classified into two categories: cyclic and noncyclic. The distinction between these types is essential for diagnosis and management, impacting care strategies [CONTINUE READING…]

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) is a significant and often misunderstood condition that became a formal diagnosis in the DSM-5. Primarily identified in children and adolescents aged 6 to 18, DMDD is characterized by severe, [CONTINUE READING…]

Cyclothymic Disorder

Cyclothymic disorder, classified within the spectrum of mood disorders, is characterized by a chronic pattern of fluctuating moods involving periods of hypomanic symptoms and periods of depressive symptoms. Notably, these mood episodes do not meet [CONTINUE READING…]

Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) represents a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition that significantly impacts an individual’s emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and self-image. Commonly characterized by instability in moods, behavior, self-identity, and relationships, BPD [CONTINUE READING…]

Bipolar II Disorder

Bipolar II Disorder is a complex mental health condition characterized by fluctuations between periods of hypomania and major depressive episodes. Unlike its counterpart, Bipolar I Disorder, which involves full-blown manic episodes, Bipolar II presents a [CONTINUE READING…]

Bipolar I Disorder

Bipolar I disorder (BP-I) is often misunderstood due to its complex nature and the various presentations it can exhibit. From a clinical standpoint, BP-I is characterized by the occurrence of at least one manic episode. [CONTINUE READING…]