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Lung Cancer Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Prevention
More than 25% of lung cancer cases are diagnosed across the world. Surprisingly, many of them had already quit smoking before it is discovered that they are suffering from this disease.
Dr. Vivek Kumar Verma In Cancer Care / Oncology
Nov 09 , 2016 | 3 min read
Myths About Chemotherapy: Busted!
For almost half a century, chemotherapy has played a crucial role in the ongoing battle against cancer. But despite chemotherapy's importance as a vital medical advancement, its myths and misunderstandings abound. Indeed, most of us have very little knowledge of how the process works. Our doctors/oncologists have made enormous strides over the last couple of decades to minimize the side effects of chemotherapy. Let us get the myths busted about chemotherapy: Chemo is painful: No, Chemotherapy never
Dr. Devavrat Arya In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology
Nov 07 , 2016 | 4 min read
Precision Medicine- A Breakthrough In Cancer Treatment!
Dr. Meenu Walia, is the first DNB medical oncologist of India who has been the principle investigator of several Multi-Centric International Clinical Research trials where newer options for Cancer treatment are evaluated. A detailed Q & A on it : What is Precision Medicine? There have been significant advancements in technology and availability of genomics testing, which has led to a new innovative approach to medicine, called “Precision Medicine”. It takes into account the individual differences i
Dr. Meenu Walia In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology
Nov 04 , 2016 | 2 min read
Keep Yourself Safe From The Winter Chill
Is it possible to have a heart attack in winter? Yes. Not only heart attack but several conditions like cough, cold, influenza, and pneumonia can get worse during winters. Similarly, joint pains and arthritis can aggravate in this season. Blood vessels consist of arteries and arterioles that are responsible for carrying blood away from the heart. They pulsate and carry oxygen rich blood while veins are responsible for bringing back blood to the heart. Capillaries are minute vessels that connect the arter
Dr. Kumud Rai In Cardiac Sciences Vascular Surgery
Nov 03 , 2016 | 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
8 Myths about Radiotherapy!
Myth 1 - Radiation Therapy (RT) is painful. Fact 1 - It is actually a painless treatment, so a person who is undergoing radiation therapy does not feel pain, warmth or heat when the treatment is given. Though one may experience skin irritation, redness, and throat/mouth ulcer as a consequence of RT (which might lead to pain). Myth 2 - RT will make me radioactive and I can pass on this radiation to people/my family members near me. I should stay away from small kids at home. Fact 2 - Person receivin
Max Team In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology
Oct 27 , 2016 | 2 min read
Breathe Right and Maximize Your Run
Majority runners focus on training their heart and legs but seldom focus on training their respiratory system. Better oxygen intake means better oxygenation for muscles, resulting in higher endurance levels for your muscles. How should you breathe when you run? Mouth breathing is the best way to breathe during a run because it allows more oxygen into the lungs than nose breathing. While breathing through the nose is more strenuous for the runner, breathing through the mouth relaxes the jaw muscles and
Max Team In Pulmonology
Oct 27 , 2016 | 1 min read
Maintenance of Body Image during cancer treatment
Suffering from Cancer? Do not have the strength to fight against the disease? The disease has destroyed your self esteem and no matter what you do, there is nothing that can make you feel good. A few FAQs on how to cope up with the changed body image during cancer treatment can give you a sense of relief. What are the common changes in your body during cancer treatment? This disease can change the way you look temporary or permanently. This can be true for few patients and not all of them. Chemothe
Max Team In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology
Oct 26 , 2016 | 4 min read
Prevent Toddlers from Cancer!
In Europe and North America, around 80% of children suffering from cancer get cured. However, in India, the rate of cure for childhood cancer is not high but it is constantly improving. Cancer in children can be hard to recognize initially as the symptoms can be similar to more common childhood illnesses or injuries. However, if the symptoms mentioned below persist, then a doctor should be consulted. These symptoms include: An unusual lump or swelling Unexplained paleness and loss of energy Easy bru
Dr. Ramandeep Singh Arora (Paed Onco) In Paediatric (Ped) Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology
Oct 25 , 2016 | 2 min read
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