Kids’ teeth are very prone to cavities, and they love sweets and chocolates. With poor oral hygiene, keeping cavities at bay becomes challenging. So there is an endless fight over oral… Read More

Seizure is a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain, lasting from few seconds to more than 30-45 minutes. They affect the way an individual behaves during that stance. When seizure… Read More

We have known range of ill health effects that junk food can cause. Junk foods as we call them are processed foods or fast foods that are highly rich in four categories of ingredients: Caffe… Read More

Once a couple decides to go for a child, they seem to be all in for it and amongst many other fertility mistakes having too much sex, tops the list. This is not all and there are many other… Read More

Female infertility is one of the major causes of failing to get pregnant (with frequent intercourse) for at least a year with no success. Female infertility is the leading reason for failure… Read More

Kidney transplant is like any other surgery and involves major risk factors like blood clotting, bleeding, infection, failure of the donated kidney, and rejection of the donated kidney. Howe… Read More

We have heard this before and we will hear it again: Diet Drinks raise the risk for type 2 diabetes but for people already living with type 2 diabetes prefer these drinks since they cau… Read More

Burning urination or painful urination is medically referred to as dysuria. And it may be a caused by multiple factors. It may occur during urination or shortly afterwards. Women are more pr… Read More

Whether we admit or not, all of us have been troubled with bloating and gas at least sometime in our life. Gas results as a consequence of swallowing air and breakdown of certain food in you… Read More

Sarcomas are one of the rarest forms of cancers that take origin in muscles, bone, nerves, cartilage, tendons, blood vessels and the fatty and fibrous tissues. They are known to affect almos… Read More

Lung transplant like all other major transplant surgeries is a careful and thought after procedure, which is done only when all other therapeutic options to treat the patient have not been s… Read More

Congenital heart defects are problems that are present since birth. Ventricular Septal Defect is one of the most common congenital defects that affect newborns. A normal heart has four chamb… Read More

Frozen shoulder or adhesive capsulitis, in the medical terms, refer to a restricted mobility of the shoulder joint due to swelling and stiffening of the articular shoulder ligament that surr… Read More

Once you have undergone hip replacement surgery, your recovery would depend on number of contributing factors that influence recovery time. It would be essential to understand that hip… Read More

The number of women who have shifted their child birth cycle from the early thirties to early forties has been exponential is the past few years. Most of this can be attributed to changing l… Read More

A heart transplant is procedure where a new healthy heart replaces the old diseased and dysfunctional heart. Most of the donor heart comes from people who have died and who have pledged thei… Read More

Menopause is medical condition when a women stops having her monthly menstruation and is no longer fertile and unable to reproduce. It marks the period where a woman’s body is subject… Read More

Uterine fibroid are abnormal growth that happens in a woman’s uterus and thought here is no reason as to why they form, most of the researchers attribute their growth to hormones and f… Read More

Causes of Epilepsy: Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder, represented by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Causes are numerous and vary by age of the person. There can be numerous cause… Read More

Causes of Psoriasis: Experts still can’t predictably find out the causes of psoriasis, though they know at large that it is an immune triggered reaction.  Most of them have differ… Read More

Mucus is a healthy protective sticky gelatinous material that covers your lungs, throat, mouth, nose, and sinuses. It is very annoying when you fall ill; however it is one of the protective… Read More

Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers in women and is caused by a virus called human papillomavirus (HPV). All sexually active women are at risk of developing this cancer. L… Read More

Bladder infection in men are usually not found below the age of 50. Most of these infections are caused by the internal bowl flora, which may be harmless to bowel but may cause infection in… Read More

There is a lot of precaution that you need to follow with your routine, hygiene and food safety post transplant. And the reasons are obvious. You will be on lifelong dose of immunosuppressan… Read More

Motherhood is one of the most important roles that a women plays in her lifetime, and in order to make sure pregnancy is enjoyable and you have a healthy child, you would need to know t… Read More

Bladder infection can be really hard on the patient since apart from frequent visit to the washroom, is causes burning sensation in the genital area and is painful. Preventing Bladder Infect… Read More

If you have been considering child birth for long, you need to have the right physical, medical and emotional framework in place to increase your chances of having a healthy baby. Pre-concep… Read More

Most of young women are unaware of the signs and symptoms of ovulation; knowing the period of ovulation is essential to time intercourse for couples who are planning their child.  Many… Read More

It is great news and you want to share but before you make that announcement, you want to be sure that you are pregnant. There are few early signs of pregnancy that show up as early as… Read More

Causes of Brain Swelling: Brain edema also known as cerebral edema or brain swelling, happens as a result of an impact to the brain or a brain injury. It may happen either to sudden increase… Read More

Your bones like other organs, also suffer from the ill effects of ageing, where you lose a lot of nutrients without supplementing them, thereby causing lots of diseases and deficiencies in t… Read More

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that that offer some form of health benefit especially your digestive system. Probiotics are the “good” microorganisms that help in regula… Read More

Hepatitis represents the inflammation of the liver and occurs due to viral infections. The most common strains of hepatitis are type A, type B, and type C. Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), is t… Read More

Infertility has been on the rise in urban India. 15 out of every 100 couples in urban India are opting for Alternative Reproductive Procedure(ARP). However choosing the right IVF Doctor can… Read More

We all have used Sprains and Strains in an interchanging meaning without realising that these two stand for different problems and their symptoms, causes and risk factors, all are widely dif… Read More

Sports are great means of pushing away the side effects of sedentary lifestyle, while enjoying something that you love. Being passionate about sports can start early in childhood or develop… Read More

In a technology driven world, there are plenty of manufacturers producing prosthetic devices for knee replacements. Therefore it is essential to know the parameters which decide the best fit… Read More

Ovarian Cancer Fact 1: Every Women is at Risk Almost every woman is susceptible to developing ovarian cancer, being overweight just increases the risk. It is good to be aware of the symptoms… Read More

Grilling is one of the most popular forms of cooking that involves dry heat applied to the surface of food, commonly from above or below. It is preferred means of cooking for most… Read More

Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as Prostate Enlargement is the most common cause of lower urinary tract problems in ageing male. Men in their 50s hardly experience any symptoms… Read More

Oral cancer is defined as the uncontrolled growth of cells that happens in the oral cavity which includes lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, hard and soft palate, sinuses, and pharynx… Read More

There has been a lot of discussion around the ill effects of eating fast food. It has been generally linked to a lot of health conditions like obesity, hypertension, hyper-cholesterolemia an… Read More

Patients suffering from type 2 diabetes have insulin resistance in their body. This means that initially body produces more insulin to keep up blood glucose values at normal levels but event… Read More

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), commonly referred Bypass Surgery, is a surgical procedure that redirects blood flow around a blockage or narrowed section in the major arteries supply… Read More

Head and Neck Cancer are identified by the area in which they begin. They affect the oral cavity, salivary glands, paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx and lymph nodes in… Read More

A routine medical and diagnostic tests is advised to detect any medical issues if any, better prognosis for deadly diseases like cancer, which can be handled better if diagnosed early… Read More

It is very important for anyone to get a regular check up and perform a diagnostic tests on a yearly basis. There are different diagnostic tests categorized on age group basis. People face d… Read More

Most of the population is somewhere affected with a Eye sight problem, and numbers have really gone up, thanks to majority of the population now working on their laptops and computers for 10… Read More

In today’s world which is marked by frequent distractions, stressful lifestyles, polluted environments and sitting jobs, taking care of your health is an imperative. No matter what you… Read More

Knee replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, is the process of recreating a complete knee by replacing the damaged knee cap with artificial plastic material that is conjoined with t… Read More

We all know how the challenges of a post delivery routine especially with preferences revolving around the newborn. More so, the newborn takes most of your time and skin care is probably the… Read More

Type 1 Diabetes Patients have no insulin production in the body and need to take insulin injections daily to maintain their glucose or sugar levels consistently. Sugar levels vary highly pos… Read More

Most women in today’s world have faced vaginal problems; the sad part is she does not know that in order to keep your vagina healthy you need to just follow a few small steps. Most wom… Read More

Menorrhagia or heavy menstrual bleeding is defined as heavy and prolonged menstrual bleeding, which leads to soaking a pad and/or tampon every hour and disrupts a woman’s normal activi… Read More

In vitro fertilisation or IVF is a highly advanced procedure for infertility. Couples who cannot conceive naturally after long term of trying; opt for these treatments to conceive in medical… Read More

According to Mouth Cancer Foundation, approximately 90% of people suffering from oral cancers are tobacco users.Globally, India has the highest incidences of oral cancers. According to Cance… Read More

IVF or In Vitro Fertilisation in itself is a life changing experience which can bring stress and potential stigmatisation. IVF treatments are time consuming, physically demanding, expensive… Read More

IVF or In Vitro Fertilisation in itself is a life changing experience which can bring stress and potential stigmatisation. IVF treatments are time consuming, physically demanding, expensive… Read More

All breastfeeding mothers who wish to see optimal growth and development in their baby should follow a healthy eating routine. A healthy diet would ensure that the baby is receiving all the… Read More

Suffering a heart attack isn’t easy but once you have successfully passed that stage, living a fully productive life should be easy. You might need to incorporate a few changes in your… Read More

With the generated awareness and ongoing researches in the field of reproductive sciences ,the rates of IVF counselling have witnessed a tremendous rise. Every 3rd couple out of 100 in… Read More

With the generated awareness and ongoing researches in the field of reproductive sciences ,the rates of IVF counselling have witnessed a tremendous rise. Every third couple out of 100 in urb… Read More

Signs & Symptoms of Meningitis Meningitis represents the swelling of the membranes of the brain and spinal cord. Meningitis can be caused by variety of pathogens like viruses, fungi or b… Read More

Ovaries are the female reproductive organs situated on either side of the Uterus. Ovarian Cancer, as the name suggests, starts in the Ovaries. It is the fifth most common form of Cancer and… Read More

In vitro fertilisation treatment (IVF Treatment) is a process by which an egg is fertilised outside the woman’s body, in a laboratory to produce embryos. The fertilised eggs… Read More

In a bold move by the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), the prices of stents used in coronary angioplasty to open up clogged arteries have been slashed by up to 85% . Over 6… Read More

Multitasking!! Yes you heard it right…It is embedded in the gene of every woman. Be it household chores, taking care of the kids, going to office, buying grocery a woman has an inborn… Read More

Gastrointestinal problems are very common and most of the people ignore them, considering them as casual issues which don’t need medical attention. However, if these symptoms remain fo… Read More

Breastfeeding for the first time moms can be pretty overwhelming and exhausting task and may lead to anxiety and feeling of guilt if it is unable to meet the needs of the baby. A lot of thes… Read More

Menopause is usually considered synonymous with hot flashes, insomnia and night sweats, but you should know that it may also be one of the risk factors for having a heart disease. Women bear… Read More

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) has become a famous method for treating infertility. However, one has to properly follow IVF precautions to amplify the chances of success. Your IVF special… Read More

Doctors suggest IVF treatment when all other infertility treatments have failed. If you’ve already decided to walk on this path, then be ready to undergo lot of tests, frequent appoint… Read More

We live in a world of instant gratification; breakups on Facebook and an active Twitter life. All these have made many of us very emotionally friable and susceptible to lot of stress. These… Read More

Bariatric surgery or weight loss surgery is an essential process to set tone for a healthy life for obese patients. However it alone cannot benefit the patient since it is not a permanent cu… Read More

Piles or inflamed hemorrhoids are basically lumps found in rectum or around the anal canal that are full of blood vessels, support tissue, muscle and elastic fibers, which have become swolle… Read More

There are different types of treatment for patients with colon cancer. The colorectal cancer treatment options differ from case to case. Surgery It is the most preferred treatment optio… Read More

Everyone has reasons for skipping colonoscopy and for most of the times, it is based on the understanding that has been passed on. Most of the times these are myths that have exchanged hands… Read More

Diet is a very special element in maintaining a healthy gut and avoiding flare-ups in Crohn’s disease. Since Crohn’s disease might affect the body’s ability to digest ad ab… Read More

While the gross anatomy and physiology may look similar on a gross scale, there are minor differences in the way that men and women’s GI tract works and these differences may present w… Read More

Heart failure may be difficult to diagnose, but if done during the initial hours or as they say the golden hour, the chances of survival are greatly increased. While it may be difficult to a… Read More

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common degenerative joint diseases that occurs when cartilage, which acts as a cushion between the joints, wears away and there is increased rubbing of bone… Read More

Although anyone can be prone to back pain, there are few risk factors that may predispose you to increased chances of getting back pain. These factors can be as follows: Age: As you age, inc… Read More

Living with arthritis can be painful and discomforting, given that pain and inflammation constantly trouble you and make your daily chores challenging. With proper assistance from a physicia… Read More

Tennis elbow, as the same is evident, is a medical condition caused by inflamed tendons on the outer bony prominence of the elbow. Certain repetitive movements of the wrist can lead to infla… Read More

A dislocated kneecap (patella bone) takes place when the bone covering the knee joint get misplaced and dislocated from the current position. It may also be referred to as patellar dislocati… Read More

Chemotherapy has been the cornerstone for addressing late stage cancers and might be the most effective treatment for cancer which has metastasized. But Chemotherapy sessions can be very exh… Read More

Your physician or surgeon would recommend a Spine Surgery after all other treatment alternatives have not responded  and you still continue to have a pain. But before you go under the k… Read More

Providing the list of things that people should know about Arthritis: Arthritis Is Not a Single Disease Arthritis is not a single disease but a combination of diseases and related rheumatic… Read More

It is not easy to screen for Uterine Cancer in women who do not show any signs or symptoms. Initial screening is advised to increase chances of getting the maximum benefit from treatment opt… Read More

Once the patient decides to go for a total knee replacement, one will have to undergo a thorough preoperative evaluation of your health and present physical state suggested by the surge… Read More

Prostate cancer screening helps in diagnosing a disease before the symptoms appear. An early diagnosis is better to ensure better treatment and mitigating the symptoms. It is essential… Read More

This controversy has ever been ongoing on and though there can be few generalizations on which treatment option to go for – Bypass surgery or angioplasty. The end choices will be cardi… Read More

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome usually develops from problems in a nerve in the wrist and may cause pain, tingling sensation in your hand as a result of the pressure on the median nerve in your wris… Read More

Your doctor will suggest a hip replacement surgery after carrying out detailed assessment of your present physical condition and assessing the risk benefit associated with it. Once he assign… Read More

A prostate is a small walnut size gland in men’s reproductive system and is located below the bladder. It helps in making make semen. The prostate undergo age related changes that migh… Read More

Little children, most often than not, fall prey to diseases. Whether these are little ailments or slightly big ones. The illnesses last for days if not weeks and drain every ounce of energy… Read More

Patients suffering from arthritis can relate to unbearable pain and severe loss of motion of joints. While most of the times patients depend on drugs to relieve them of these symptoms, the p… Read More

Liver cysts, which are also referred to as hepatic cysts are solitary fluid-filled nonparasitic sacs.  They are usually asymptomatic and benign in nature and are also called as simple c… Read More

A risk factor is an attribute that predicts increased probability of developing a disease or injury. In the case of cancer, it is a combination of multiple risk factors that make an individu… Read More

Untreated chronic back pain can have profound effect on daily life, if left unattended and untreated. People who have been suffering from long-term chronic pain may face challenge in perform… Read More