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What are the Common Urinary Problems in Elderly?

Older men usually have difficulty in passing urine. Most common symptoms include: Slowing of urine stream Frequently getting up in the night to pass urine

Dr. Shailesh Chandra Sahay In Urology

Apr 24 , 2017 | 4 min read

What is Extracorpeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL)?

Extracorpeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is a procedure that uses high-energy shock waves to break the stones present in the bladder, ureter, and kidney into smaller pieces so that they can be easily passed out in the urine. In case there are any large pieces then another treatment needs to be performed. Your doctor will give you anaesthesia so that you do not experience any pain. Who are the right candidates for this procedure? Dr. Anil Kumar Varshney , Director & Senior Consultant of Institute Of

Dr. Anil Kumar Varshney In Urology

Jun 06 , 2017 | 2 min read

Know About Our High Power Holmium Laser For Management of Enlarged Prostate!

Health problems related to enlargement of prostate gland dates back since early human civilisation. Poor urinary flows, pain during urination, increased frequency of urination with involuntary leakage are usual symptoms. Normally patients tend to ignore these symptoms due to embarrassment and reluctance to visit a doctor. This flares up the problem causing recurrent urinary tract infections, blood in urine, inability to pass urine and renal failure. Medical treatment can control them in many scenarios but s

Dr. Anil Kumar Varshney In Urology

Jul 06 , 2017 | 1 min read

Lithotripsy Can be Kidney Stones Worst Friend!

Are you suffering from severe abdominal pain ? Is there blood while passing out the urine? Though the duration of blood may be intermittent it surely seeks medical intervention. Have you heard of Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL)? It is one of the enemies of kidney stones as it destroys the stones or breaks them into smaller pieces so that they are easy to pass in the urine. This procedure is suitable for: Having stone size less than 2.0 cm Morbidly obese patients (though success rate is

Dr. Pawan Kesarwani In Urology

Jul 24 , 2017 | 1 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 | 1 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 | 1 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 | 1 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 | 1 min read

Preventing Kidney Stones, Made Easy!

Everyone knows someone who has or had kidney stones at some point in his or her life. Kidney stones are highly prevalent in India, with over 1 million cases per year. Just because they are common, doesn't mean people have to get them. Sure, they can be treated, but when it comes to diseases, prevention is always better than cure. What are Kidney Stones? Kidney Stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys and may eventually travel down the urinary tract. They can have man

Dr. Waheed Zaman In Urology Kidney Transplant

Sep 12 , 2017 | 3 min read

Know about the Actual Causes of Kidney Damage

Kidney failure, also known as end-stage renal disease (ESRD), is the last stage of chronic kidney disease. A kidney failure means that your kidneys have stopped working making it difficult for you to survive without a kidney transplant or dialysis. When a chronic kidney disease reaches a severe stage, fluids, dangerous wastes and electrolytes can accumulate in the body. The treatment of chronic kidney disease is all about controlling the underlying cause. Chronic kidney disease can progress to kidney fai

Dr. Waheed Zaman In Urology Kidney Transplant

Oct 04 , 2017 | 2 min read

5 Myths and Facts about Kidney Transplant

Dr. Harwinder Singh Chauhan , Consultant, Max Super Speciality, Shalimar Bagh , clears some common misconceptions regarding Kidney Transplant. Read on to understand more about the kidney transplant. Myth 1 : Kidney diseases can be cured with a transplant Fact 1 : A transplant is not a cure for the kidney diseases, it is a treatment. Though the transplant can reduce the risk of chronic kidney diseases, you will need to follow a healthy lifestyle to reduce the possibility of diabetes, and cancer as well

Dr. Harvinder Singh Chauhan In Urology

Dec 07 , 2017 | 1 min read

Are you at a risk of Prostate Cancer?

Mostly affecting men older than 50, Prostate cancer may develop with little or no early warning signs. Furthermore, the symptoms may vary from one individual to another and is usually related to deviation from normal urinary voiding patterns. Symptoms may be usually caused by a severe infection or prostatic enlargement. If there are any urinary symptoms that you feel are unusual or have stated for more than 2 weeks, it is advisable to consult one of best cancer hospitals in Delhi . It should be necessary fo

Dr. Pawan Kesarwani In Urology

Dec 12 , 2017 | 3 min read

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