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Diabetes Has Become a Modern Epidemic!

With 50.8 million suffering from diabetes, India continues to be the diabetic capital of the world and by 2030 nearly 9% of the Indian population is likely to be affected from diabetes. As per the International Diabetes federation 50% of all people with diabetes live in China, India and the US. Unlike other countries, where a majority of people with diabetes are over 60 years old, the prevalence in India is among the 40-59 years age group, which tremendously affects the productivity of the population. Gene

Dr. Vandana Boobna In Internal Medicine

Feb 13 , 2018 | 1 min read

How Can You Protect Your Kidneys?

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a slow and permanent damage to the filtering units of the kidney, leading to retention of toxic substances in the blood. Approximately one in ten adults have some form of kidney disease. Dr. Yogesh Kumar Chhabra , Consultant, Nephrology, Max Hospital, Shalimar Bagh , says the early stages of CKD usually remain undetected as the person may not have any symptoms. The advanced stage of CKD, when the filtering power of kidney is reduced to 10 % or less, is known as End Stage R

Max Team In Nephrology Kidney Transplant

Feb 13 , 2018 | 2 min read

Heart Transplant – Frequently Asked Questions

A heart transplant is usually recommended to patients where other treatment options like medication and surgeries have failed to improve the functioning of the heart. The process in which a diseased heart is replaced by a healthy heart is called heart transplant. Today, with advanced medical technology it is possible to successfully do a heart transplant without any complications. The chances of survival are high; however only if the surgery is performed at one of the best heart transplant hospitals like Ma

Max Team In Cardiac Sciences Cardiac Surgery (CTVS)

Feb 12 , 2018 | 3 min read

Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Esophageal Cancer

Getting diagnosed with cancer is terrifying and certainly a major setback. Life with cancer becomes both mentally and physically tough. It is like a formidable journey that one would never want to take. However, after the diagnosis, choosing the best cancer hospital in India for the treatment should be the first step towards a successful treatment. In addition, asking the doctor about every question that pops up in your head (no matter how irrelevant you think it is) is important. Here Are The Questions

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology

Feb 12 , 2018 | 3 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 | 3 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 | 3 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 | 3 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 | 3 min read

7 Wonderful Exercises for Those Suffering From Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a chronic disorder that leads to unprovoked and recurrent seizures. A seizure refers to a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain. The feelings, actions, and thoughts of an individual are controlled by brain cells that message each other through consistent electrical impulses.

Dr. Mukesh Kumar In Neurosciences

Feb 12 , 2018 | 2 min read

Does Brain Tumor Mean That I Am Suffering from Cancer?

Without any doubt, this is one of the most commonly asked questions that bothers people suffering from brain tumor. And realizing the criticality of its answer, one cannot ignore such queries. The brief on brain tumor will give you clarity whether it is cancer or not. Read carefully and give a solid base to your concerns. First, let us present a brief explanation of brain tumor. A brain tumor is a tissue mass formed due to the accumulation of abnormal cells. The exact cause behind the formation of

Dr. Arun Saroha In Neurosurgery Neurosciences

Feb 12 , 2018 | 2 min read

What to Avoid When Someone is Having a Stroke?

Stroke is often known as a silent killer because it can happen without any warning and remains as one of the leading causes of death and disability around the world. When someone experiences a stroke, there is an immediate stop of the blood supply to the brain. The blood flow stops because a blood vessel ruptures or there is a blockage in a blood vessel. It is a deadly instance because people can have a stroke and not know about it, leading to a permanent damage in the brain. Stroke is a severe medical cond

Dr. Manoj Khanal In Neurosciences

Feb 02 , 2018 | 2 min read

FAQs on Carotid Artery Disease/ Carotid Stenosis

1. What are carotid arteries? These are two large tubes which take blood from the heart to the brain through the neck. You can feel them pulsating in the neck if you press lightly (only one side) just away from the midline. 2. What is carotid stenosis? Over time cholesterol may get deposited in the arteries and form a plaque which tends to block the flow of blood. As this plaque keeps getting bigger the artery may get completely blocked or occluded. 3. What are the risk factors for carotid steno

Max Team In Neurosciences Interventional Neurology

Feb 01 , 2018 | 1 min read

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