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Is Smog Increasing the Incidence of Lung Cancer?
A Man-Made disaster- Smog contains several pollutants from particulate matters, poisonous gases, and dust from construction sites as well as vehicles. Dr. Dinesh Singh , Director, Radiation Oncology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali says that PM 2.5 levels are increasing the cases of lung cancer. It has been seen that the number of non-smokers have increased to 20% as compared to the 10% in the past years. According to data published by Globocan 2012, the incidence of lung cancer has increased by
Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Radiation Oncology
Dec 14 , 2017 | 1 min read
Do You Know About Second Cancers?
With the advent of technology and research in medical sciences, today the survival rate of cancer patients is increasing marginally. Cancer patients can be affected by several other health problems; however, their most significant concern is facing cancer again. If cancer manifests again after a successful treatment, it is known as Recurrence. However, some cancer patients can develop new cancer again, in a different site which is unrelated to previous cancer. It is known as 'Second Cancer'. It is possible
Max Team In Surgical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology
Dec 13 , 2017 | 2 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
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
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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
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
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
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 Nutrition And Dietetics
Jan 24 , 2022 | 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
Dec 07 , 2017 | 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
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