Health

One of the most common signs of illness is having a fever, but if you look at it sceptically, it is not such a bad thing. Whenever any foreign bacteria enter into your body, the first line of the defence mechanism for the body is to increase its temperature. Therefore, fever plays a significant role in fighting against diseases. But, …

Authored by Dr. N Sapna Lulla, Lead Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster CMI Hospital It is common for the expectant mother to feel stress about pregnancy, especially those who are pregnant for the first time (new mother). It can bring up a range of emotions and anxieties. Being concerned about having a healthy pregnancy is not a bad thing, …

Article by Dr. Manjunath Malige, Chief Endocrinologist and Diabetologist, Aster RV Hospital One of the deadliest health conditions in today’s world is diabetes and one of the major causes of blindness, kidney failure, stroke, heart attacks, and limb amputation. According to a WHO report, there was a 5% increase in premature mortality from diabetes between the years 2000 and 2016. …

In nature, a wide variety of creatures lay eggs including birds, reptiles and insects. An interesting aspect is that most eggs vary in terms of size, color, texture and pattern. However, if you visit your local market or supermarket, you will mostly find white and brown eggs. So, which one should you choose? Is there a difference between brown and …

Asthma is characterized by narrowing of airways followed by difficulty in breathing air out of the lungs, luminal wall thickening, and increased mucus production. In India there are 30 million asthmatics. India ranks first in the world in deaths due to asthma in India 30 million people are asthmatics. World asthma day is celebrated to raise awareness regarding asthma, control …

World Asthma Day  By: Dr Aditi Singhi (Gynecologist), Apollo Spectra Hospital,  Mumbai Pregnancy is blissful! But, it can turn into a nightmare, if you have chronic conditions such as asthma. Yes, you have heard it right! Asthma during pregnancy can be difficult to manage. Moreover, unmanaged asthma can be worrisome for both, the mother and the baby. Here, we tell you about the issues in pregnancy due …

Contributed by Dr. Ajay Mehta, Director & Consultant Surgical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre Nagpur A Women’s body undergoes numerous changes during her lifetime. Menopause is one such phase which is a natural biological process marking the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle. The process starts in the mid-40s and 50s in most women characterised by symptoms such as vaginal dryness, hot …

By: Dr. Rajeev Sharan, Senior Consultant Head and Neck Oncologist, HCG EKO Cancer Centre, Kolkata Pharynx generally known as the throat, that helps in passage of fluid, food, and air into the food pipe or windpipe respectively. Problems with the throat is only realised when it hurts while swallowing food. There are many other complications that can plague our throat, one …

Taking medications is a must if you have been diagnosed with high BP issues. However, changes in the lifestyle can help you as well in lowering down the numbers. You can successfully control your BP levels by maintaining a healthy life by doing proper exercises, taking in healthy food, managing sleeping habits and more. Here are some of the lifestyle …

Personal Care Brand Aegte enters the Baby Care category with a milestone product meant to cure the chapped and dry lips of the baby. The product is made of edible ingredients which ensure zero harm and is 100% Vegan and Natural. Unicorn Tinted Baby Lip Balm can be applied on the skin of newborn and teenage kids. The product has …