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What is a Mini Stroke?

Stroke is one of the primary causes of death and disability around the world. It is termed as a silent killer because it can happen suddenly without any warning signs. During a stroke, there is a sudden stop of blood supply to the brain causing cell death. There are two types of strokes viz. Ischemic and Hemorrhagic. Ischemic stroke occurs due to the lack of blood flow while hemorrhagic stroke occurs due to bleeding. A mini-stroke is also known as a 'Transient Ischemic Attack' or TIA. It occurs when the

Dr. Sanjay Saxena In Neurosciences

Feb 22 , 2018 | 3 min read

Everything You Need to Know About Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS, is a nervous system disease in which the neurons in the brain, as well as spinal cord, are attacked. The function of the neurons is to transfer messages from the brain and spinal cord to the voluntary muscles. The voluntary muscles are the ones which can be controlled, like in the arms and legs. ALS being a progressive disease can get worse as time passes. As it affects the nerves in the brain and spinal cord that control the muscles, the muscles get weaker

Dr. Manoj Khanal In Neurosciences

Apr 13 , 2018 | 2 min read

Never Ignore These 5 Neurological Disorder & Diseases Symptoms

What are neurological disorders & diseases? The human body is no less than a miracle. Made up of complex yet incredible systems, its unbelievable functions can even leave doctors and scientists confounded. One such system is the neurological system of the human body. With billions of nerve cells or neurons, our body performs various voluntary and involuntary activities helping us in our daily tasks. However, if there is any problem in the neurological system, a person can have difficulties in moving,

Dr. Sanjay Saxena In Neurosciences

May 11 , 2018 | 3 min read

Back Pain & Sciatica - Does Cold Weather Make Spine Problems Worse?

As the Season Changes and the temperature drops chances of developing acute back pain may go up most people with back pain and sciatica say firmly that winter makes it worse. Do cold temperatures really make spine Problems worse? As winter sets in, muscles stiffen up in the cold. Added tension can make the pain worse with the risk of a muscles sprain that in turn can cause plenty of back pain. Dark and gloomy days with colder temperature and fewer hours of sunlight in winter may contribute to depression

Max Team In Neurosciences

Feb 01 , 2019 | 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

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 Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 08 , 2020 | 2 min read

What Do You Need to Know About Locked-In Syndrome?

There are over 600 neurological disorders. Each one has its own shocking complications and symptoms that prove the fact that human mind is way more complex than what we conceive. Even a simple defect in the smallest of the nerves can result in challenging complications. While you may have heard of common neurological conditions like brain tumor disease or may even know about brain stroke symptoms or brain tumor treatment, there are various other neurological conditions you might have never heard. One suc

Dr. Manoj Khanal In Neurosciences

Jun 01 , 2018 | 2 min read

TAME THE HEAT: DANGERS OF HEAT STROKE IN CHILDREN

Summer is here, and Delhi will get hot and dusty. Alongside mangoes, this season brings with it the risk of heat-related illness. Sweating heavily without replacing enough fluids can lead to dehydration or heat cramps. If the body cannot shed enough heat for any reason, there is a risk of heat exhaustion and, in extreme cases, heat stroke - a medical emergency. WHY ARE CHILDREN MORE VULNERABLE TO HEAT STROKE? Children are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, because their bodies have a

Max Team In Neurosciences

Jun 13 , 2018 | 3 min read

Can You Have A Healthy Pregnancy If You Are Suffering From MS?

Also known as MS, Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disorder that affects the brain and spinal cord. Unfortunately, in cases of many women, the diagnosis comes at a stage when they are about to plan a pregnancy. Several studies have shown that pregnancy, delivery, and rate of congenital disabilities are no different in women with MS when equated to those without MS. The good part is that there are no substantial evidence of MS causing infertility. In the past, women with MS were advised not to start a

Dr. Manoj Khanal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Neurosciences

Nov 01 , 2018 | 2 min read

All that Shakes is NOT Parkinson's

Parkinsonism constitutes a number of conditions which have the following similar features: Slowing of activities Tremors Stiffness/Rigidity of body Postural instability (Tendency to fall) If 2 out of the above 4 symptoms are present then the condition is Termed Parkinsonism. Parkinsonism is a syndrome which has several similar but distinct conditions within it such as Parkinson's disease, Vascular Parkinson's, Parkinson's plus syndromes (Multiple System Atrophy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, N

Dr. Rajashekar Reddi In Neurosciences

Apr 23 , 2019 | 1 min read

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