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What Do You Need to Know About Sleep Disorders?

What is a Sleep? A healthy sleep is when the nervous system is inactive, eyes are closed, postural muscles relaxed and consciousness nearly suspended. It is known as the Sustained Quiescence State that is accompanied by reduced responsiveness to external stimuli, quick reversibility to the wakeful condition, characteristic EEG (electroencephalogram- electrical activity in the brain) changes in different stages end spontaneous occurrence with endogenous periodicity (Circadian Rhythm]. Know about the Sl

Max Team In Neuro Oncology

Apr 24 , 2018 | 2 min read

Silent and Mini Stroke: Are they Different?

The number of stroke cases is rising rapidly in India. Both environmental factors and urban lifestyle are paving the way towards this silent killer. The situation is that stroke has become one of the largest causes of death and disability in the world and is reaching the levels of an epidemic. It can happen without any warning, and this sudden nature is precisely why it is termed as a silent killer. Stroke is of many types, even though all of them may sound similar to the layman. What is a Stroke? Str

Max Team In Neuro Oncology

Apr 10 , 2018 | 4 min read

How to Find a Neurologist When Suffering from Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis is a potentially disabling disorder of the brain as well as the spinal cord. In this disease, the immune system attacks the protective sheath called myelin that covers nerve fibres and causes communication problems between the brain and the rest of the body. Eventually, the disease can cause the nerves to weaken or become permanently damaged. This can lead to a number of symptoms like blurring of vision, weakness of body, difficulty in walking, imbalance and urinary problems. If a pati

Max Team In Neuro Oncology

Apr 06 , 2018 | 3 min read

Is Your Headache a Symptom of Multiple Sclerosis?

A headache is one of the most common health issues that almost every person occasionally experience in their lifetime. The reasons behind them may vary, and most of them do not need serious intervention as they can be treated with simple medications. However, not all headaches are normal. Some of the recurring ones may indicate the possibility of something serious. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is one such serious health complication which is linked to headaches. Hence, to be on the safer side, it is vital tha

Max Team In Neuro Oncology

Apr 02 , 2018 | 2 min read

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Simple Home Remedies For Loose Motions

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

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

25 Foods and 7 Day Diet Plan to Lower Triglycerides

Triglycerides are a type of fat present in the blood. But in the case of excess triglycerides, it gets stored in different body parts such as the belly, hip, and arms. Normal levels of triglycerides are less than 150 mg/dl. Increased levels of triglycerides are linked to heart diseases, especially in patients who have high levels of bad cholesterol (Low-Density Lipoproteins or LDL) and low levels of good cholesterol (High-Density Lipoproteins or HDL). Include healthy foods to reduce triglycerides.

Aastha Khungar In Nutrition And Dietetics

Jan 24 , 2022 | 2 min read

Common Urinary Conditions in Parkinson's Disease

A neurological disorder, Parkinson's disease occurs when there is a loss of brain cells that produce dopamine. Among various Parkinson's symptoms and signs, urinary issues are known to be one of the most irritating and uncomfortable health issues experienced by the patients. To deal with the symptoms wisely, it is vital that the patients must be aware of the common urinary conditions that they can face due to Parkinson's disease. Awareness will eventually lead to a timely diagnosis that can accelerate t

Dr. Sitla Prasad Pathak In Neuro Oncology

Mar 26 , 2018 | 2 min read

FAQs on Restless Legs Syndrome

Q: What is Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)? A: It is a condition which causes an unpleasant sensation (itchy, creepy, crawly, aching, 'pins and needles') and an irresistible desire to move them in order to reduce this sensation. Symptoms usually occur in late afternoon or evening and are classically worse at night with a distinct symptom free period in early morning. Moving the legs or walking typically gives relief. They can vary and range from mild to intolerable. The condition can significantly impair th

Dr. Mayank Chawla In Neuro Oncology

Mar 15 , 2018 | 1 min read

Early Diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease – A Diagnostic Challenge

Parkinson's disease is named after the British Doctor James Parkinson who in 1817 described is as “Shaking Palsy”. It is one of the most common Neurodegenerative disorder characterised by loss of muscle control which leads to coarse rest tremors, stiffness, slowness and impaired balance. As symptoms worsen it may become difficult to walk, talk and complete simple tasks. Most of the symptoms are caused by lack of a chemical- dopamine due to loss of dopamine-producing cells in a part of Brain called Substanti

Dr. Mayank Chawla In Neuro Oncology

Mar 05 , 2018 | 3 min read

What You Need to Know About Stents?

Health issues in the heart have always remained quite challenging for doctors, and the medical sector has tried its best in coming up with advanced technology and tools to overcome life-threatening issues. One such tiny yet effective tool is stent for the heart. Every year, thousands of cardiac patients across the nation are being treated with heart stents . Thanks to the Government, capping at stent price has made them significantly affordable even for people with a low income. What Are Heart Stents

Max Team In Neuro Oncology

Jan 11 , 2018 | 2 min read

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