2015-02-14 07:18
What is Radiation Therapy? Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer that uses radiations like x-rays, gamma rays, protons or electron beams to destroy or control malignant cancer c… Read More
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Doctors do not know what causes primary brain tumors. However, several risk factors have been identified. Some genetic diseases put you at risk for brain tumors. Read more at the given link.
2015-02-14 07:17
What is Caesarean birth (C –Section)? A caesarean birth (C-section) is a surgical procedure to deliver a baby by making an incision (cut) in the front wall of the mother’s abdome… Read More
2015-02-14 06:53
What is Septoplasty? Septoplasty treats a deviated septum; it is a surgery which corrects your nasal septum when it gets displaced What do you mean by nasal septum? The nostrils of your nose… Read More
2015-02-14 06:48
What is spine surgery? Spine surgery is a medical procedure that is performed with an aim of treating the chronic back or neck pain that the patient is suffering from. This procedure involve… Read More
2015-02-14 06:48
What is thoracoscopy? Thoracoscopy is a procedure that allows internal examination, biopsy and surgical removal of the disease of the affected parts within the lungs, the area between the lu… Read More
2015-02-14 06:18
What is Tonsillectomy? To understand tonsillectomy, one first needs to know, what are tonsils? Tonsils are tissue pads situated at the back of your throat. They are glands, which are oval in… Read More
2015-02-13 09:31
What is weight loss surgery? Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery is performed on obese people. The size of the stomach is reduced by removing a portion of the stomach… Read More
2015-02-06 09:10
What is liver failure? Liver failure is the medical condition in which the liver is no longer to perform its normal activities. What are different types of liver failure? There are mainly 2… Read More
2015-02-05 09:36
What is Piles? The condition in which the blood vessels in and around the anus and lower rectum get swollen and inflamed is called piles. Sometimes the passing bowel movements irritate and s… Read More
2015-02-05 09:23
What is Plastic surgery? Plastic surgery is a specialized branch of surgery that is concerned with the correction of deformities as well as the uplifting of those parts that a person is not… Read More
2015-02-05 09:17
What is PICC line? A Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter line is known as PICC line. It is a flexible plastic tube that can be attached to a syringe or a drip that contains your medicatio… Read More
2015-02-05 09:08
What is liver transplant? A liver transplant is a surgical procedure by which a surgeon replaces a dysfunctional or damaged liver with a healthy one. Either a part of liver or whole liver is… Read More
2015-02-05 04:40
What is Brain Tumor? Brain tumor is a mass of abnormal cells in a part of the brain. Brain tumour may be benign tumour (not a cancer) or malignant (cancer). They are found in both adult &&hell…Read More
2015-02-03 06:18
Epilepsy FAQ: What is epilepsy? Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which patient suffers from seizures/fits (abnormal shaky/jerky movements of the arms/legs), staring gaze, uprolling of… Read More
2015-02-03 06:11
What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the nervous system which occurs because of deficiency of a chemical known as dopamine. Patients start having slo… Read More
2015-02-03 06:00
Stroke FAQ: What is stroke? Stroke (or Cerebrovascular accident) is an emergency condition. Sudden loss of function of a part of brain is caused by sudden brain damage either due to sudden s… Read More
2015-02-02 10:21
It’s been a decade since Dr. Greene, a sleep specialist based in the UK, has been leaving his cell phone in his basement before turning in for the night. A high flying doctor with… Read More
2015-02-02 10:13
It’s a complicated thing…sexual attraction. Of all the exhaustive studies that have been done on it, that is perhaps the one, the only safe and unanimous conclusion! Complicated… Read More
2015-02-02 09:40
What are hearing aids? Hearing aids are small electronic devices that can be worn in or behind the ear in order to improve hearing. Hearings aids are commonly used by people with hearing los… Read More
2015-02-02 09:31
Hip Replacement Surgery FAQ: What is hip replacement? Hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which a painful hip joint is replaced by an artificial prosthetic implant to relieve the pain… Read More
2015-02-02 09:24
What is pacemaker? Pacemaker is a small instrument that is of the size of two silver dollars pasted together. The main function of the instrument is to transmit electrical impulses which kee… Read More
2015-02-02 09:21
What is Laparoscopy? A surgeon accesses the insides of the abdomen by making small incisions in the skin by using a special type of surgical procedure known as laparoscopy. A small tube with… Read More
2015-02-02 09:15
What is MRI Scan? Magnetic resonance imaging is the process of visualising the human body through images created by magnetic resonance of radiowaves. It is a non-invasive procedure and requi… Read More
2015-02-02 09:14
What is Self-monitoring of Blood Glucose? Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose is the monitoring of blood sugar level by the patient himself at multiple times during the day or during the week… Read More
2015-02-02 07:38
On August 28, 1997 I was diagnosed with embryonic rhabdomyosarcoma, which is a very rare cancer to have when you are an adult. I was supposed to have had it as a young child. I went through… Read More
2015-01-29 09:32
Deepa Joshi is a young Entrepreneur by profession. She started having black-outs in college which she completely ignored. Eventually, she found out she had a 3rd stage brain tumor. The docto… Read More
2015-01-27 11:09
Fracture FAQ: What is a Fracture? A fracture (also called bone fracture) is a medical condition where one or more than one bone cracks or breaks. This may happen due to exertion of high forc… Read More
2015-01-27 10:52
ERCP FAQ: What is ERCP? The full form of ERCP is endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography. It is a procedure that determines and helps us scan and visualize the internal structure of… Read More
2015-01-27 10:49
What is CT Scan? Computer tomography scanning (CT Scan) is the computerised version of X-ray scans wherein radiations are used to decipher the shape and structure of internal organs of the p… Read More
2015-01-27 10:42
What are Cochlear Implants? An electronic hearing device that stimulates nerves inside the inner ear electrically and is fixed as well as designed in such a way that it can produce con… Read More
2015-01-27 10:39
Cholecystitis occurs when your gallbladder becomes inflamed. Gallbladder inflammation can be caused by: #1 Gallstones Most cholecystitis is the result of hard particles that develop in your… Read More
2015-01-27 10:33
What is Chemoport? A chemoport or chemotherapy port is a type of implant placed under the skin of the patients undergoing intravenous chemotherapy treatment. It is a small device that enable… Read More
2015-01-23 10:27
What is Asthma? It is a widespread chronic disease in which the airways of your body are severely affected. It leads to a condition where your airways that transmit air from the lungs a… Read More
2015-01-23 10:21
What are the goals of Breast Cancer Surgery? The main goal of Breast Cancer Surgery is to remove the cancer tumour and the nearby margin. The tissues near the tumour are removed because ther… Read More
2015-01-23 09:35
Q What is Arthroscopy? Human body has several important joints that may suffer from injuries or damage over time. Mostly, a few tests help doctors determine the exact cause of the problem an… Read More
2015-01-23 07:27
Condoms or barrier contraceptives that prevent conception and STDs come in two forms: Male condoms, commonly made of latex, are composed of a thin sheath that is worn around a penis during s… Read More
2015-01-23 07:06
What is teeth whitening? Teeth whitening, which is also called Dental Bleaching is a cosmetic process by which teeth can be whitened and lightened, to remove stains and discoloration and to… Read More
2015-01-23 07:01
What are dental implants? A dental implant is basically a simple surgical instrument which comes in use of supporting one or more false teeth. It is a screw made of the metal Titanium that i… Read More
2015-01-23 06:56
What is Root Canal Treatment? When the root of a tooth becomes infected or inflamed, root canal treatment is performed, so as to preserve and protect the infected root. The treatment involve… Read More
2015-01-23 06:44
What are dental braces? What do they do? Dental braces, which are also called orthodontic braces are used to correct misalignment of teeth and help to straighten crooked teeth. When are brac… Read More
2015-01-22 10:18
Trying to have a baby? Or just thinking about it? There’s a lot that goes into getting pregnant and the preparation might as well start now. This is because your health prior to concep… Read More
2015-01-21 10:39
Sexually transmitted diseases or STDs is that awkward topic that people avoid talking about. It is even considered embarrassing enough to visit and discuss with a doctor or talk to one&rsquo&hell…Read More
2015-01-21 10:18
Paying attention to the intimate organs of the body must be part of every woman’s self care regimen, and this includes the vagina. Would you know whether the vagina is healthy or in ne… Read More
2015-01-10 10:50
If it feels like your month revolves around fearing those few days of the month and the problems it brings, you are not alone. All around the world, women and young girls deal with various i… Read More
2015-01-10 10:07
Medical Tourism is a type of tourism where people from a country go to another country for getting some type of medical treatment. It is an immensely growing sector in India. Treatment for a… Read More
2015-01-10 06:06
Dr. Sumit Mrig, Senior Consultant – ENT & Cochlear Implant Surgeon, Primus Hospital talks in detail about Audiology department and cochlear implant program in Primus Hospital for t… Read More
2015-01-09 10:15
Teeth whitening (also called dental bleaching) is a process of whitening and lightening the teeth by removing any kind of stains or discoloration. It is a cosmetic procedure that mainly focu… Read More
2015-01-09 10:11
Smile enhancement is a procedure that improves the appearance of one’s smile to a considerable extent through a number of processes related to cosmetic dentistry. Some of them include… Read More
2015-01-09 10:11
Smile makeover is not a process that you need to perform; rather it is one that you choose to perform. What is Smile Makeover ? Smile makeover or smile enhancement is a procedure that improv… Read More
2015-01-09 10:01
Sugar is present in many elements in our normal diet. While we savour the taste of sugar in various proportions in our food, we often neglect the fact that sugar can be highly detrimental to… Read More
2015-01-09 09:53
Prevention is better than cure and that is why it is very important for all to maintain oral health care. Oral hygiene prevents oral disease and treats it in its initial stage, thus saving t… Read More
2015-01-09 09:43
As absurd and improbable as it sounds, oral bacteria has been linked to the occurrence of heart diseases as well as Alzheimer’s time and again. We are all aware of the fact that oral b… Read More
2015-01-09 07:36
What are they? The wisdom teeth are the third set of molars, which erupt around the age of 17-25, in each quadrant- upper right, upper left, lower right, lower left-of the mouth. They are re… Read More
2015-01-09 07:27
There are several signs and symptoms of gum disease that might occur silently in person’s mouth and be devoid of any pain or swelling. Gum disease or periodontitis can be painful once… Read More
2015-01-09 07:20
What are milk teeth? When a baby is born, he/she has a total of 20 milk teeth that are concealed within the gums and out of which none show up until six months of age. As the kid is about th… Read More
2015-01-09 07:17
A pretty smile showing off a set of beautiful teeth is what everyone desires these days. This has become possible with the help of invisible braces and retainers that are responsible fo… Read More
2015-01-09 07:11
It may so happen that every now and then you have experienced a sharp pain in your teeth while having something hot or cold. Our teeth has a protective covering called the enamel on the part… Read More
2015-01-07 11:39
Whoever had set the number at five was grossly inaccurate! It’s been known widely by now, that not just five, not even six, humans have as many as fourteen, in fact some even say, twen… Read More
2015-01-07 11:36
Many people travel to India for vacations or just to visit the country, be it NRIs or foreigners. The most important thing for anyone while travelling is to look after their health so that t… Read More
2015-01-07 11:34
Taking proper precautions for your health before travelling to India is very important if you are an NRI who is not accustomed to the environment here. Any particular vaccine apart from the… Read More
2015-01-07 11:23
For the longest time it was believed that the soreness one feels after a rigorous workout was because of an accumulation of lactic acid in the body. But science has put to rest such assumpti… Read More
2015-01-07 11:17
It’s all around us. There is no escape. From receding hairlines to bristling hairlines to a clean, shiny pate of what once used to be a thick mane…baldness seems to be… Read More
2015-01-07 11:09
There was a time in the 1950s and 60s, when professional boxers were almost coaxed into a no-sex-before-game regiment, in the fear that their upcoming performance would suffer adversely and… Read More
2015-01-07 11:04
The disease burden that our country has been carrying over the many, many years is no secret. And although not an India-centric problem alone – with over 15 million deaths occurring wo… Read More
2015-01-07 11:00
It’s a correlation we arrive at almost instinctively. It’s the onset of winters and time to bring out the thick woolens, bundle indoors and gulp as much hot coffee as we possibly… Read More
2015-01-06 09:48
Did you know that cervical cancer is the most frequent cancer affecting Indian women? Wait, there’s good news too. Cervical cancer is preventable. A HPV vaccination and regular s… Read More
2015-01-06 09:34
Cervical cancer is the second most common cause of cancer worldwide. In India, it is the one of the leading cancer that affects women. Mainly caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), cervi… Read More
2015-01-06 06:06
Curing Acute Myeloid Leukemia with Stem Cell Transplantation Cancer Survivor Gerard Neumann shares his story of how he survived AML by undergoing stem cell transplantation. Acute Myeloid Leu… Read More
2015-01-06 05:22
Winters are a great time to forget the scorching heat of warmer months and enjoy the warmth of the company of loved ones and great food. However, if you are a diabetic, it also means that ke… Read More
2015-01-06 05:08
You would have heard it many times – an elderly person predicting a change in weather just because their joints begin to ache. They say their joint pain or arthritis worsens every time… Read More
2015-01-06 05:03
Winters are a time when you need to take a little extra care of your body. As temperatures dip, you dig out the woollens from boxes to protect your body against the cold. One part that often… Read More
2015-01-05 10:47
Almost a third of cancer patients experience pain in different forms. They can vary in effect, duration and the affected organ. The causes, location and nature of the pain are thus unique fo… Read More
2015-01-05 10:16
A bone marrow transplant may be defined as a process in which unhealthy and damaged bone marrow stem cells are replaced with healthy and functioning cells, through the process of surgery. Ge… Read More
2015-01-05 10:14
Severe obesity in a person is very difficult to treat, merely with a diet and exercise plan. This chronic condition can lead to serious health problems if not treated effectively. The Bariat… Read More
2015-01-05 09:26
Right from the most minor of dental surgeries to the major operations like heart bypass or removal of cancerous growths in the body, surgeries are recommended by doctors only when medication… Read More
2015-01-05 08:41
1. What is PET Scan? Positron Emission Tomography is a non-invasive imaging technique that reports the functional activity, constitution and physiology of cells in the human body. PET scans… Read More
2015-01-05 07:49
1. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a metabolic disease in which the blood sugar or blood glucose level increases above the normal levels. The glucose or sugar comes from the food that we intak… Read More
2015-01-05 07:19
1. What is GERD? GERD is a disorder in which the lower oesophegal sphincter (LES) is affected. LES is the ring of muscle between the oesophagus and stomach. GERD typically occurs when the co… Read More
2015-01-05 06:37
What is lung function test/Pulmonary function test/spirometry? Pulmonary Function Test or lung function test is a medical procedure that involves an evaluation of the respiratory system of t… Read More
2015-01-05 06:28
1. What is Hernia? A condition in which a part of an organ is displaced and protrudes through the wall of the cavity, causing pain and discomfort, is known as Hernia. Abdomen is the most pro… Read More
2015-01-05 05:28
When 7,000 ducks dropped dead in Kottayam, Kerala and were tested positive for the lethal H5N1 virus in late November 2014, it spread the fear of a possible bird flu outbreak that has kept t… Read More
2014-12-26 05:21
For those tired of hitting the gym every day and going through a strenuous exercise regimen using those machines, there’s an alternative – get busy in bed! Yes, sex can be a form… Read More
2014-12-26 05:17
If you thought there was only one reason to have sex, then we are going to give you five more. You always though eating healthy food, exercise and adequate sleep are the ingredient for good… Read More
2014-12-26 04:59
While India remains a country with one of the lowest healthcare costs across the world and an attractive medical tourism destination, how much is an average Indian able to afford treatment i… Read More
2014-12-24 05:44
If you are going to undergo chemotherapy, hair loss is a side effect you may have to face. It doesn’t matter whether you are a male or a female, this side effect is real… Read More
2014-12-23 06:46
Watch Rahul Yadav, Cancer Fighter and Yoddhas founder, being vocal about his experience being a cancer patient. He narrates in Hindi how he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma (a form of blo… Read More
2014-12-23 06:46
Watch Rahul Yadav, Cancer Fighter and Yoddhas founder, being vocal about his experience being a cancer patient. He narrates in Hindi how he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma (a form of blo… Read More
2014-12-19 06:53
Almost all of us have suffered from it at least once, mostly while in our childhood years – a mild fever with a sudden breakout of an intensely infectious and itchy rash. The dre… Read More
2014-12-19 06:09
How often have you had a doctor check for your blood pressure and blindly believed him when he or she said, ‘Your BP is fine’? How many times did you bother finding out what the… Read More
2014-12-18 10:08
Medical tourism is the term given to the phenomena of people travelling to another country seeking medical treatment. India is among the top three destinations for medical tourism in Asia &n&hell…Read More
2014-12-18 09:11
As with dependency on various substances, sexual addiction is also a reality for some people. It is a condition in which a person becomes excessively consumed with thoughts and actions relat… Read More
2014-12-18 08:01
Been told by your doctor that surgery is the last resort for treating your condition? Or that the surgery may not have a 100% success rate? Or are you angry at your surgeon – he could… Read More
2014-12-18 07:54
The sole reason you visit a doctor is because you expect answers for the symptoms you have been having, and to be handed a clear diagnosis. However, you find that the process isn’… Read More
2014-12-18 07:22
A doctor undergoes years of intense studies and practice to become qualified for undertaking a responsible job – maintaining a patient’s health. They are those beings in whom we… Read More
2014-12-17 09:44
Diabetes affects a large number of people across the world every year. Although this condition can be treated and controlled by several methods and medications, the one process every patient… Read More
2014-12-17 08:12
What is a throat infection? Throat, also known as pharynx, is the tube that transports food to the oesophagus and air to the larynx (or the voice box). Throat infection refers to an infectio… Read More
2014-12-17 08:09
What is vertigo? Vertigo refers to a feeling of spinning, rocking or rotating, while otherwise being completely still. It is experienced in form of a sensation of the world moving around a p… Read More
2014-12-17 08:04
An ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist is a doctor who is trained in providing medical and surgical treatment for ailments of the ears, nose, throat and related structures like the neck an… Read More
2014-12-16 09:12
What is a sinus headache? A sinus headache is a type of headache that accompanies sinusitis. It can be felt in the form of a deep, throbbing pain sensation in the face and front of the head… Read More
2014-12-16 09:04
What is a sinus infection? Sinuses are the hollow spaces within the bones that surround the nose, producing mucous that drains into the nose. Sinus infection or sinusitis refers to the infla… Read More
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