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5 Treatment Modalities to Manage Menopause

Cessation of menses: “ Menopause ” occurs as a natural process of ageing and is primarily caused by the depletion of the ovarian reserve as well as a consequent fall in the level of the ovarian hormones oestrogen and progesterone. Let us break down the term “Menopause”: MEN+PAUEIN. The word “men” mean month, which is closely related to the word for moon “mene” as the months were measured by the moon. The word “pauein” means to cease or to stop. In the western countries, the typical age of menopause is

Dr S.N. Basu In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jul 05 , 2017 | 8 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

How Safe Are Scans if You Have An Implanted Device or a Pacemaker?shalima

People with pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) are usually told that they can't get an MRI scan. The worry being that the powerful magnetic fields and radio waves used in the MRI scanners might fry the devices, induce a current in the pacemaker making the heart beat wildly or, in the case of ICDs, cause an unnecessary shock. Dr. Naveen Bhamri says, MRIs can be done safely if pacemakers and ICDs are temporarily reprogrammed so they don't react to an MRI's magnetic field. The

Dr. Naveen Bhamri In Cardiac Sciences

May 05 , 2017 | 2 min read

Know How to Treat Shaky Hands

Mum, why are your hands are shaking? Is it some sort of deficiency or tremors? Let us go visit the doctor- I heard my friend saying to her mother. On visiting DR. SANJEEV KUMAR GUPTA they were presented with the actual facts. A lot of individuals above 60 years can be seen to have shaky hands/tremors. They actually happen when you are actively using your hands. Though experts say they are not related to any neurological conditions like Parkinson's . Shaky hands can be associated with a lot of conditions, th

Max Team In Neurosurgery Neurosciences

Apr 27 , 2017 | 1 min read

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Stop Loose Motions With These 3 Simple Homemade Remedies

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

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 Dietetics

Nov 08 , 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

7 Tips to Protect Your Spine from Spondylosis

Spondylosis is a degenerative condition in which the structural integrity of the spine gradually degenerates. The common symptoms include: Radiating pain in the upper limbs Numbness and immobility It is usually associated with ageing and osteoporosis . But, according to neurology specialists worldwide, the incidence of spondylitis is increasing amongst young adults. Lack of adequate exercise, improper posture and Vitamin D3 deficiency are considered as few common factors that can increase the seve

Max Team In Neurosurgery Neurosciences

Dec 16 , 2016 | 2 min read

Get Rid of Gall Bladder Stones!

Many gallstones may show no symptoms but are detected in an ultrasound, which might be done for some other disease. Approximately 12% of the population has gallstones but only a few of them cause problems. Now, with “ Mini Laparoscopic Chole ”, you have an option for stitch-less and scar-less surgery. Dr. K. K. Trehan says, the size of gallstones may vary from small grains to very large stones. The complications can include empyema (acute inflammation associated with pus-filled gallbladder), obstructe

Dr. K K Trehan In General Surgery Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery

Dec 09 , 2016 | 1 min read

17th November is World COPD Day!

Commonly known as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), this condition develops slowly and progresses with time. It becomes difficult for a person to breathe and their condition may worsen overtime. It is the third leading cause of death across the world. This chronic condition can be the major cause of disability. There are millions of people who are suffering from this disease. Many are diagnosed while so many remain undiagnosed. Symptoms of COPD Shortness of breath- Hard time catching

Dr. Inder Mohan Chugh In Pulmonology

Nov 14 , 2016 | 2 min read

Strain on Spine- It Could be a Slipped Disc!

Our spine consists of multiple bones called vertebrae that are stacked on top of each other. In between the vertebrae there are protective circular pads called discs, which contain a softer gel-like substance. These discs are responsible for maintaining the body's flexibility and wide range of movement. What is Slipped Disc? It is also known as prolapsed or herniated disc- which occurs when one of the discs is damaged, thereby causing pressure on the nerves. Further, it can also cause back pain, neck

Max Team In Neurosurgery Neurosciences

Oct 10 , 2016 | 4 min read

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