2023-04-16 06:00
There may come a time when you or a loved one may require a urinary catheter to be placed in the urinary bladder. The need for this may arise from a blocked urine tube or an enlarged prostat… Read More
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I am a physician in Bangalore and a specialist in internal medicine, diabetes and heart disease
2023-04-16 05:28
If you have an enlarged prostate or are suspected of having prostate cancer, you may be asked to undergo a prostate biopsy. I thought I would briefly write about what this procedure entails… Read More
2023-03-22 12:59
I can’t state enough about how important a balanced diet is, and fruits and vegetables are a big part of that balance. They are full of immunity-boosting nutrients, fiber, and antioxid… Read More
2023-03-17 14:12
If you look at your blood report, you will find a parameter called ‘serum triglycerides’. Many don’t pay attention to it, but it is an important parameter that can affect y… Read More
2023-02-09 06:51
Everyone has a diet that works. Many make claims that sometimes sound too good to be true, making it hard to know what to choose. Over the years, I have met a lot of people who have tried di… Read More
2023-02-03 05:38
In my practice, I often have patients show me corns on the feet. I thought I would briefly talk about this condition, and what you can do to get rid of this nuisance problem. What Are Corns… Read More
2023-01-29 05:26
Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection that affects millions of people globally. It can be a painful condition that often requires antibiotic therapy and hospitalization. Today I sh… Read More
2023-01-24 01:57
Unfortunately, heart failure is a condition that carries a poor prognosis. This means that patients who suffer from this condition do not have a long time to live. There have been numerous a… Read More
2023-01-22 14:32
Heart failure treatments differ from person to person and also depend on the severity of your condition. Early treatment can help slow the progression of heart failure and also improve the o… Read More
2023-01-15 03:08
If you have been diagnosed with heart failure, your doctor will attempt to find out what caused it. There are numerous reasons why your heart may become weak. I have listed some of the commo… Read More
2022-12-24 17:50
Has your voice suddenly started to become hoarse? You may have vocal nodules. Vocal nodules can form if you use your voice too much for a long time. They are also called vocal fold nodules o… Read More
2022-12-20 02:14
Acute appendicitis is a clinical condition where the appendix gets inflamed. It can cause severe abdominal pain and often require surgery. It is a medical emergency. Let’s briefly have… Read More
2022-12-04 05:42
Due to the increased number of patients being diagnosed with heart failure, it is important to know what symptoms to look for. Being able to identify some of these signs and symptoms might h… Read More
2022-10-27 05:37
A common lab parameter that is elevated on the blood report is uric acid. Most people understand that it is associated with a condition called gout, and I get asked measures that need to be… Read More
2022-09-27 01:55
If you have suffered from acidity then you will know that sometimes it can be quite a nuisance. Despite multiple medications and lifestyle adjustments, the condition can persist even if you… Read More
2021-12-18 15:35
Does a clogged ear annoy you? Do you always feel the urge to use a cotton swab or toothpick to remove earwax? Be careful as you may be damaging your ear. I have often seen patients with exce… Read More
2021-10-12 14:03
Heart failure is a serious condition that demands a drastic change in lifestyle. However, many people with heart failure still continue living the way they previously did. To live a healthy… Read More
2021-08-22 04:49
Our body needs a complex combination of vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates and fats to stay healthy. Amongst the important minerals, iron is one of the most important ones. This is… Read More
2021-07-25 06:09
When it comes to eating fruits in diabetes, it can be quite confusing. Patients often wish to know what fruits they can eat, and what they should avoid if they have diabetes. Given the varie… Read More
2021-05-11 02:18
Not everyone who contracts COVID-19 has a severe illness. Most patients end up with mild disease that is no worse than the simple flu. However, a few people who have certain risk factors hav… Read More
2020-10-25 14:59
One of the most common problems I see in practice is varicose veins. Today, I will be giving you an overview of this condition, and will touch up on common treatments used. I will also answe… Read More
2020-04-16 21:24
I bet you are wondering what I am talking about. For a long time, we have all believed that people who are overweight are only those who never exercise portion control. Those who scoff on ju… Read More
2020-04-05 10:16
High Intensity Functional Training (HIFT) is probably the best exercise you can do during the lock down. So I thought I would talk about it today. Everyday, someone Google searches ‘wa… Read More
2020-03-29 12:40
Cardiac tumours are a commonly asked question in medical exams. The most common cardiac tumour that is encountered in clinical practice is a left atrial myxoma. Let us discuss this here. Pos… Read More
2020-03-10 22:06
To lose weight without dieting sounds too good to be true. The fact is that it is actually possible. The general understanding is that to lose weight fast, one must diet like a madman and ex… Read More
2020-03-01 09:23
Obesity is gripping the world. People are moving from one diet to another with desperate hope that one of them will work. Enter intermittent fasting. Yet another way to lose weight. Some hav… Read More
2020-02-24 12:33
If you are looking to lower risk of cancer, then this article should give you some tips you need. A diagnosis of cancer can be devastating news. It not just affects family members – it… Read More
2019-12-15 22:44
In my practice, I have seen many software professionals approach me with a multitude of health problems. These do not just include the usual coughs and sneezes, but many of them are linked t… Read More
2019-10-24 05:41
Kidney stones are a common problem. Many of those who have kidney stones often do not have symptoms. However, when the stones try to escape the kidney and pass out in the urine, it can be qu… Read More
2019-08-29 04:37
Have you heard of the term white coat hypertension? Many times, patients walk into a clinic or a doctor’s practice in order to get a complete health checkup done. At the time the blood… Read More
2019-05-10 03:18
If you are looking for a guide to starting a health blog of your own, then you will love what I have for you here. First, let me begin by saying that this is not my usual blog post that I no… Read More
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