Health

Pune: Acute Interstitial nephritis (AIN) is one of the factors leading to permanent kidney damage in the form of kidney failure, and one may require dialysis or a transplant. AIN is induced by drug therapy. AIN is also seen owing to autoimmune disorders or other systemic diseases (systemic lupus erythematosus [SLE], Sjögren’s syndrome, sarcoidosis). It is the need of the …

Article by Dr. Veerabhadra Guptha, Consultant – Nephrologist, Aster RV Hospital CKD (CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE) is one of the major non communicable diseases in India. World Kidney Day is held on the second Thursday of March every year in order to raise awareness on kidney disease, its prevention and the diagnosis and treatment gaps associated with it. About 90% of …

Around four states in the United Nations have passed bills that impose a ban on abortion even if a woman is 6 weeks pregnant, while Alabama crossed all the lines by entirely banning abortion. Missouri seems to have taken great inspiration and passed the Senate to apply for a ban on abortion after 8 weeks of gestation and currently awaiting …

Are you too going to end your tattoo virginity? Getting a tattoo is like getting married, if you choose wisely you’ll be happy with your decision for years. Going through proper research will save you a lot of unnecessary stress. We have prepared a list of things for you that you need to know that can happen to your body …

It’s quite common for people to stock up on medicines to deal with specific medical situations. Most common pills found in people’s homes include paracetamol, anti-inflammatory painkillers, anti-allergic drugs, antacids, antibiotics, antiseptic creams, etc. As these and many others like them are used only occasionally, people tend to lose track of their expiry date. There may be situations wherein a …

Inputs given by Dr. Biren Nadkarni, Sr. Consultant Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon from Sitaram Bhartia Institute and Holy Family Hospital – New Delhi ·       Over 15 million people worldwide suffer knee joint failure each year due to the breakdown of surrounding cartilage in the joint. ·       The fact that 15% of the Indian population suffers from cartilage decay every year. ·       By …

Dr. Manjunath NML, Surgical Oncology, HCG Panda Cancer Hospital Recovering from cancer is long process that involves taking care of our overall health and staying energized to sail through the post-treatment procedures. It needs us to conserve our energies and restore them when we start feeling unusually tired and exhausted. One of the most common symptoms of cancer treatment is …

Dr. Govardhan Reddy, Lead Consultant – Urology & Uro Oncology, Aster CMI Hospital  Health is not gender-specific. It is important for everyone to get a regular check-up regardless of age, gender, and have a balanced diet. Multiple studies show that men are ignorant about health and are highly susceptible to a lot of health problems. However, feeling healthy and being …

There is no other activity or exercise that offers a full-body workout. Unlike in other sports like baseball, football etc. you don’t have to retire from swimming. The buoyant force of the water makes you feel weightless inside the water which is why you can put more effort without tiring yourself. But everything has a loophole in it. Here we’ve …

After the lockdown, 3 to 4 out of 10 children now have weak bones Delhi: Covid pandemic not only induced obesity, eye problems due to online schooling but also weaker bones. A majority of children are complaining of foot pain? Wrist pain? Joint pain? fracture? and are unable to do their daily activities with ease. It is essential for parents …