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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

Myocardial Infarction- A Growing Menace in Younger People!

The increasing prevalence of Myocardial Infarction (MI) in people less than 45 years of age is significantly alarming. Dr. Samir Kubba. Senior Consultant, Clinical and Interventional Cardiology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj , says that there is a relative scarcity of data on premature coronary heart disease (CHD) and MI in the young, but we are now seeing a growing number of patients having MI at a relatively young age. He recalls a successful angioplasty case that he performed in a 21 year old

Max Team In Cardiac Sciences

Dec 12 , 2017 | 2 min read

Genu Valgum- Another name for Knock Knees- What is the Treatment?

It's one of the most common concerns of parents and a major reason for their anxiety. Known as Physiological Genu Varum, normally a child's legs appear bowed inside till he 2 years old but the child's knees appear to knock till he is 6 years old. Dr. Nargesh Agrawal , Consultant, Paediatric Orthopedics, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh says, in this case, if the child's legs remain bowed after two years of age; the parents must start treatment for bow legs or Genu Valgum. During this growth per

Max Team In Paediatric (Ped) Orthopaedics

Dec 07 , 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 Kidney Transplant

Dec 07 , 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

Balanced Diet - Definition, Importance, Benefits & Diet Chart

A balanced diet is a diet that contains the right proportion of different food types so that your body gets the required carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, proteins, minerals.

Ritika Samaddar In Dietetics

Jan 24 , 2022 | 1 min read

Know about an Advanced Procedure- “Airway Stenting”

Department of Interventional Pulmonology at Max Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, has become one of the few centres in North India to offer the facility of airway stenting. The team successfully announces the deployment of Metallic Tracheal stents in 2 patients with metastatic carcinoma oesophagus with trachea-oesophageal fistula (TEF). Dr. Inder Mohan Chugh , Associate Director, Max Super Specialty, Shalimar Bagh , said that both the patients, who came to him, presented them with continuous coughing while eatin

Dr. Inder Mohan Chugh In Pulmonology

Dec 06 , 2017 | 1 min read

Explained - The Common Types of Tremors

A tremor is different from a muscle twitch or any muscle spasms. It is actually an unintended and overpowering movement of one limb or one part of the body- typically the legs, hands, face, voice, abdomen or arms. They might not be serious but in some cases, they can be an indication of a serious health disorder. This disorder can affect both women and men. Common Causes of Tremors Alcohol abuse Stress Too much caffeine intake Muscle fatigue Stroke Brain injury Multiple sclerosis Hyperthyroidis

Dr. Manoj Khanal In Neurosciences

Dec 06 , 2017 | 3 min read

Clubfoot Deformity- What do You Need to Know?

Clubfoot (CTEV) is a three-dimensional deformity of foot involving either one or both feet since birth. The affected foot of a child looks like it is rotated internally & downward at the ankle, making it difficult for the child to place the sole of foot flat on the surface. If this condition is left untreated, it can cause severe gait abnormality during walking as the child walks on the outer part of sole and ankle. Ideally, treatment of clubfoot should start as early as possible without any delay in order

Max Team In Paediatric (Ped) Orthopaedics

Nov 29 , 2017 | 2 min read

Do You Know Reducing Your Risk of Cancer is Easier than You Think!

Gynecological Cancers constitute the biggest chunk of cancers in Indian women, and it is a sad truth that most people are unaware of their early presentation. It goes without saying that cancers detected at an early stage have a higher chance of getting cured with a lesser hit to the body. Even innocuous symptoms may be harbingers of a greater evil like cancer if they are ignored. You may witness: Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge Pelvic pain or pressure Abdominal or back pain Bloating Change

Dr. Kanika Gupta In Cancer Care / Oncology

Nov 28 , 2017 | 1 min read

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