Health

A workplace can be a significant source of exposure to harmful substances, including those chemical substances that may lead to cancer. Among the organs of the body that can be affected by workplace exposures, nose and sinuses are particularly vulnerable. Nose and paranasal sinus cancer is a severe and rare type of cancer that affects the nasal cavity and surrounding …

Epilepsy, a chronic non-communicable disease of the brain is one of the most common neurological disorders in the world. It comes with recurrent seizures – brief episodes of involuntary movement of either the whole body or a part of the body accompanied by loss of consciousness and control of bladder and bowel function. Epilepsy amps up the risk of premature …

Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. It occurs when the neurons in the brain that produce dopamine (a neurotransmitter that controls movement) start to die. As a result, people with Parkinson’s disease have trouble walking and talking and may also have mental or behavioural …

Cancer is a condition when some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. Oropharyngeal cancer is a type of head and neck cancer that occurs in the oropharynx (soft palate, tonsil and back of tongue). The below mentioned diagnosis and treatment options will help in recognizing oropharyngeal cancer at an early stage and …

Thalassaemia is a genetic condition in which the affected individual is unable to make red blood cells. He is dependent on regular blood transfusions almost every 3-5 weeks for the rest of his life just to survive. This is by far the most common inherited genetic disorder in India. Approximately 10,000 children are born in India each year, making our …

A human heart has four valves in it. The Tricuspid valve is present between the right atrium and right ventricle. Tricuspid valve disease is a condition that affects the Tricuspid valve. When the Tricuspid valve doesn’t function properly, it leads to a range of symptoms and complications, causing Tricuspid Valve Disease. Diagnosis of Tricuspid Valve Disease: Tricuspid Valve Disease can …

Cardiomyopathy is a chronic and progressive condition that affects the heart muscles, weakening the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively throughout the body. The condition causes the heart muscles to become thick, rigid, or inflamed, leading to various complications such as heart failure, arrhythmias, and sudden cardiac arrest. In addition, weakened heart muscles can cause the accumulation of fluid in …

Mumbai, 26 April 2023: As summer sets in, it’s essential to take care of your eyes, just like you take care of your skin. Eyes are very sensitive and increased exposure to the sun, dust, and pollution can lead to various eye conditions. The hot weather, excessive UV exposure, and chlorinated water are known to cause various eye problems such …

Millions of individuals worldwide are affected by cancer. Cancer is challenging to treat as it may develop in any area of the body and has the potential to spread to other areas. One of the various cancers that can damage the body is thyroid cancer. Thyroid cancer is a rare condition that affects the tiny, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck. …

Pancreatic cancer is rare to begin with, and rarer in childhood. Physicians may tend to miss a timely diagnosis for pediatric cases. Pancreatic cancer, across all ages, ranks 24th in incidence in India, but 18th in mortality. It is a rare site but one of the leading mortality sites in cancer patients. The prognosis, based on the type of tumour …