Health Conditions

• Pneumonia

  Pneumonia is a lung infection that can make you very sick. You may cough, run a fever, and have a hard time breathing. For most people, pneumonia can be treated at home. It often clears up in 2 to 3 weeks. But older adults, babies, and people with other diseases can become very ill.

• Abdominal Pain

  Abdominal pain can be a symptom of many conditions. It could be something serious, you should see a doctor to evaluate abdominal pain. Treatments will depend on the cause of the pain. Follow the links below to find SINOAID's comprehensive coverage about causes of abdominal pain, how to treat it, and much more. 

• Pancreatitis

  Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, an organ in your belly that makes the hormones insulin and glucagon. These two hormones control how your body uses the sugar found in the food you eat. Your pancreas also makes other hormones and enzymes that help you break down food.

• Gallstones

  Gallstones are made from cholesterol and other things found in the bile. They can be smaller than a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball. Most gallstones do not cause problems. But if they block a duct, they usually need treatment.

• Hemorrhoids

  Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal canal. This common problem can be painful, but it’s usually not serious.

• Hernia

  A hernia occurs when the contents of a body cavity bulge out of the area where they are normally contained. These contents, usually portions of intestine or abdominal fatty tissue, are enclosed in the thin membrane that naturally lines the inside of the cavity.

• Chemotherapy Shanghai

  If you just relocated to Shanghai and your doctor has told you that you have cancer, you may have a lot of questions. Can I be cured? What kinds of treatment would be best for me? Will it hurt? How long will treatment take? How much will it cost? How will my life change while I’m being treated and after the treatment ends? These are all normal questions for people with cancer in Shanghai. This guide will explain one type of treatment the doctor use in Shanghai – chemotherapy – a little better. We’ll try to help you know what chemotherapy is and what it will be like. If you have more questions, ask your doctor or nurse to help you. If you don’t know what to do and no idea with your doctor or nurse, you are able to call us to find one through our Shanghai Medical Assistance Network 24hrs hotline @ +86-21-51082260. Please notes, It is always best to be open and honest with them. That way, they can help you decide which treatment is best for you.