Dialysis is a therapeutic procedure designed to take over the functioning of kidneys if both kidneys are unable to properly do their job. The kidneys are a pair of bean-shaped organs, just beneath the rib cage, on either side of the body. They are a part of the urinary system. Normally, the kidneys work to…
Monsoon season brings relief from the scorching heat but also invites a host of health concerns, including eye infections and flu. The increased humidity during this time creates a favorable environment for bacteria and viruses to thrive, leading to conditions like conjunctivitis (commonly known as pink eye). While seeking medical attention is essential, there are…
With a surge with COVID – 19 patients, especially in private hospitals, a sense of caution flew across the nation’s healthcare community, to prepare for the challenges associated with rapid diagnosis, isolation, clinical management and infection prevention of the virus. The clinical spectrum of the repercussionsof COVID – 19 range from mild to acute respiratory…
Better late than never is not just an adage. It’s a wakeup call for self-assessment and early supervision of a confused circumstance that could translate into a positive one. So is the case with early detection of breast cancer because when detected early, it can lead to the best chances of effective treatment associated with…
Cancer is a broad term. It describes the disease that results when cellular changes cause the uncontrolled growth and division of cells. Some types of cancer cause rapid cell growth, while others cause cells to grow and divide at a slower rate. Certain forms of cancer result in visible growths called tumors, while others, such…
What is HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c) test? HbA1c test measures the quantity of blood sugar that is attached to the blood (hemoglobin). Hemoglobin is the part of the red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. An HbA1c test shows the mean quantity of glucose molecule attached to hemoglobin…
Breast cancer is a new age epidemic, the emergence of which has been confirmed in almost every country. As per the World Health Organization, breast cancer is reported to impact around 2.1 million women annually and is one of the most frequently detected malignancies among women. However, with the emergence of advanced diagnostic and treatment…
Any virus has the capability to damage healthy living cells and multiply itself. The novel coronavirus-SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) primarily attacks linings of the airways in the cells thus impacting the respiratory tract. The disease presents a spectrum of symptoms, from mild fever and cough to pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome in the most severe cases. …
The pandemic continues to disturb normal lives, worldwide. The number of confirmed cases though declining, is still on an upward trajectory with several nations at the doorstep of the ‘second wave’ of the virus. As of October 22, 2020, the virus had infected more than 41 million people globally, with over 1.13 million deaths. The…
A majority of people believe that dialysis replaces the function of healthy kidneys. This is not completely true as the sole purpose of kidneys is not just to remove waste products and excess fluid from the body in the form of urine but, kidneys have other duties as well. Among the various other functions, kidneys also…
