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Want to know more about Leukemia Treatment Options?

What is leukemia ? Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells. It usually begins in the bone marrow where blood cells are formed. In leukemia , the bone marrow produces abnormal white blood cells. Over time, as the number of abnormal white blood cells builds up in the blood, they replace healthy blood cells. This makes it difficult for the blood to carry out its normal functions. Who gets leukemia ? Leukemia can affect anyone at any age, but is more likely to strike the very young and people past 40.

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Jun 07 , 2016 | 2 min read

Feeling tired? Check if you have Anemia

When your body has low haemoglobin or healthy red blood cells, you are suffering from Anemia . Haemoglobin is an essential part of red blood cells whose primary function is to deliver oxygen to different tissues of body. Therefore, when our body organs do not receive sufficient supply of oxygen, anaemia results in fatigue and restlessness. Causes Presently, anemia is a very common condition, which mostly affects children and women. In children, the most common cause of anemia is iron deficiency due to

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Jul 14 , 2016 | 1 min read

Know More on Leukemia (Infographic)

Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells. It usually begins in the bone marrow where blood cells are formed. In leukemia, the bone marrow produces abnormal white blood cells. Over time, as the number of abnormal white blood cells builds up in the blood, they replace healthy blood cells. This makes it difficult for the blood to carry out its normal functions. Leukemia can affect anyone at any age, but is more likely to strike the very young and people past 40. The most common side effects include: mouth sores

Dr. Rahul Naithani In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Aug 12 , 2016 | 1 min read

Bone Marrow Transplant - The New frontiers of hope and life

Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) is a medical procedure done to replace damaged bone marrow with healthy bone marrow cells. In this, the stem cells from the bone marrow, which are responsible for producing various blood cells like red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets, are injected in a recipient after a short course of chemotherapy called " Conditioning". When is BMT required? You may experience following symptoms: Skin lesions- Plasma cells may form purple lumps Painless Swollen lymp

Dr. Rahul Naithani In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Aug 24 , 2016 | 2 min read

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Stop Loose Motions With These 3 Simple Homemade Remedies

Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h

Dr. Manoj Ranka In Internal Medicine

Feb 22 , 2018 | 2 min read

Indian Diet Plan In Pregnancy

To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.

Dr. Neera Aggarwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 07 , 2020 | 2 min read

7 Ways to Slow Down Your Metabolism!

Having weight issues may sound similar to having obesity. However, that is only one end of the scale, so to speak. Being extremely thin is also a weight issue, to which we do give enough importance.

Max Team In Dietetics

Nov 08 , 2020 | 2 min read

PCOD and PCOS - Symptoms, Causes, Differences & Treatment

Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a syndrome that has taken modern world by storm. Polycystic ovarian disease or syndrome is a very common disease heard in today's younger generation. It is a must that young girls understand this disease at an early stage as well as its causes and future implications. It is a hormonal disorder with: Imbalance of the two female hormones estrogen and progesterone with estrogen taking the upper hand – menstrual irregularities, infer

Dr. Kamna Nagpal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jun 30 , 2016 | 2 min read

Aplastic Anemia Symptoms and Treatment

What is aplastic anemia? In simple terms, it is a bone marrow failure. The syndromes are characterized by a drop in all blood counts, including red blood cells, white blood cells (WBCs) and platelets. It is a distinct disease that can vary in its severity and clinical courses, like a fulminant illness marked by a continuous or recurrent hemorrhage and a major infection to an indolent process manageable with transfusion therapy alone. What Causes aplastic anemia? It is primarily caused due to exposu

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Nov 11 , 2016 | 2 min read

Life after Transplant-How can you Care?

You are likely to have ups and downs during your post transplant period. During this time there are a few things that you can do to help your recovery and healing. Your immune system is not able to fully protect you after a transplant and it may take months to normally function. While some infections are minor, others can be life threatening. Here are few tips that might help you, but always follow advice of your transplant specialist . Protecting yourself from infection - Keep your hands clean Was

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Dec 14 , 2016 | 2 min read

What Are the Treatments Available For Blood Cancer?

If you or one of your loved ones is affected by blood cancer , it is only natural to have several doubts in your mind regarding its treatment. Blood cancer is the most common cancer affecting children worldwide. The different types of blood cancer are : Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia Acute myeloid leukaemia Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia Chronic myeloid leukaemia Lymphoma Myeloma Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) The following factors determine a patient's treatment regimen: The type and stage

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Dec 27 , 2016 | 2 min read

Autologous Stem Cell Transplant for Multiple Sclerosis

In Multiple Sclerosis (MS) the central nervous system (CNS) is attacked by one's own immune system. It is responsible for damaging the brain and spinal cord. Dr Gaurav Dixit says that there is no cure for Multiple Sclerosis, however, some treatments can speed up the recovery time period. How is Autologous Procedure used in Treatment of MS? BMT is a medical procedure that is done to replace the damaged bone marrow (spongy material inside our bones, containing stem cells) with healthy bone marrow cells.

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

May 03 , 2017 | 2 min read

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