Health

It is common for many of us to experience a little bit of pain, burning sensation or discomfort during urination. It is often blamed on dehydration or Urinary Tract Infection. But, if you are above 50 and are frequently suffering from these persistent, nagging symptoms, along with traces of blood in the urine, it’s time to see your doctor immediately. …

Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents where the child is significantly overweight for his or her age and height. It is a very common condition affecting more than 10 million cases per year in India. Lack of physical activities and intake of excessive calories from food and drinks are the main contributors to childhood …

Is there any profession that doesn’t need you to move your hands? Hand movement is involved in almost every profession. Heavy wrist movements are common across professions, ranging from the corporate working professional to working home-makers to farmers, mechanics, etc. While doing these activities, one may experience a sudden discomfort in the wrist and hand, and dismiss it as a common ache. …

Smoking, chewing or snuffing tobacco and nicotine-based products may be perceived as ‘cool’ for some onlookers, but it is not, and these leaves in any form, be it cigarettes, cigars, snuff can play havoc with one’s health, at any age! Tobacco is a widespread epidemic costing millions of lives worldwide annually and it may be astonishing that even those exposed …

Cigarette smoking are a common sight today, not only amongst adults but the youngsters too. While the habit of smoking is more of a social behaviour for many, its harmful consequences are only realized when the body starts breaking down. Although many are aware of the harmful effects of tobacco, they still continue to smoke, unaware that tobacco contains more …

Article by Dr. JV Srinivas, Lead Consultant – Orthopedics & Joints Surgery, Aster RV Hospital Osteoporosis is a disorder in which the density of bone decreases, causing it to lose strength and become brittle. Osteoporosis causes unusually porous, collapsible bone, similar to that of a sponge. The skeleton is weakened by this condition, which leads to frequent fractures (breaks) in …

Pregnancy is a beautiful experience during which a woman nurtures and grows a baby for a period of 9 months. During this time, the body experiences many changes both internally and externally as it turns into a space of nourishment and protection for the growing foetus. Hormonal fluctuations, stretching of the skin, greater storage of fats, etc can also lead …

Medical diagnostic science has made significant advancements, making it easier for doctors to identify a particular disease or health condition. A plethora of tests are available, which can eliminate all doubts and help in making an accurate diagnosis. However, during preliminary examination, the doctor may look at your tongue in addition to asking you about your symptoms. It makes us …

Detecting low blood pressure issues can be pretty challenging as it doesn’t show any symptoms or the signs are rather very mild, which rarely demands any form of treatment. However, if you develop any symptoms of low blood pressure, the doctor usually looks back upon its underlying cause. In most of the cases, the ultimate agenda for treating low blood …

In this continually changing world when the pressure is so high, whether it is about work or simply to fit in the society, often people are undergoing depression. We believe that depression is a battle that one cannot fight on their own. But, with little help from any external source, this can be efficiently dealt with. If you are feeling …