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- All You Need To Know About an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2017 from Gaurav GautamOverview An implantable cardioverter defibrillator is a battery powered device which is placed under the skin in a surgery to keep track of a patient’s heart rate. Thin wires connect the ICD to the heart, which, if an abnormal heart rhythm is detected, deliver an electric current to restore a ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - Balanitis Symptoms, Causes and Cure - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction Balanitis is an inflammation of the head of the penis (glans penis) in men, and causes redness, itching and rash as well as irritation and pain on or around the penis. According to one of the top urologist in Delhi, there might be an odorous discharge from the penis as well. ...
Views: 1490(1 vote) - Bullying Being No. 1 Cause of Heart Risks - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction Employees that are bullied at work tend to get affected by heart risks and brain problems as compared to the one having a happy work environment. Bullying causes various problems like heart attacks, strokes and blood vessel problems. Cardiovascular diseases are associated with ...
Views: 919(1 vote) - How to Recover From a Cardiac Arrest? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction The challenge of restarting your life after a cardiac arrest plays a very crucial role. A cardiac arrest occurs when the heart stops pumping blood due to lack of electrical signals in the heart. Doctors at heart hospital Patna explain that this causes the brain to starve for oxygen ...
Views: 2145(1 vote) - Some Facts about Obesity in India - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2018 from Gaurav GautamPeople who are overweight or obese face a lot of health complications, negative consequences, and concerns. In fact, being overweight or obese increases a person’s risk for many diseases and health conditions. Unfortunately, obesity in India has reached epidemic proportions in the 21st century, ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - Spirit Possession – Why Does It Happen? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIndia has always been associated with lore of spirits and demons and black magic. In fact, we’re basically grown on stories of malevolent spirits of different kinds. Although such stories do provide entertainment, spirit possession can get quite sinister when it happens in real life. Mainstream ...
Views: 2160(2 votes) - The Four Pillars of Immunity in Children in India - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2018 from Gaurav GautamChildren are especially vulnerable to cold, flus and other sickness bugs as their immune system hasn’t fully developed yet. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing you can do about it. This article, written with the help of experts at the paediatrics hospital in Gurgaon defines the four pillars of ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - Tips To Get Optimum Nutrition When Battling Lung Cancer - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2017 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction Although there is no prescribed diet for individuals with lung cancer, the nutritional needs of the body change when it is battling a disease like cancer. Diet plays a very important role in a patient’s fight with cancer, and can make a lasting difference in the outcome. Certain ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Why The Heart Is Called Such An Important Organ? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2019 from Gaurav GautamIt’s a well-known fact that human’s brain and heart are two of the most important organs in the human body, no matter which website or blog you open you’ll find that these two organs are repeatedly used inevitably without fail as per the views of cardiologist in Darbhanga. The main reason for ...
Views: 873(2 votes) - 4 Minimally Invasive Procedures in India to Improve Your Looks - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2018 from Gaurav GautamA leading plastic surgeon in Patna explains that most cosmetic procedures as well as reconstructive procedures are inaccurately known as plastic surgery in India. There are various procedures in the field of cosmetic medicine that are not surgery, while still providing outstanding results in ...
Views: 952(1 vote) - 5 Things to Consider If You’re Thinking of Getting a Kidney Transplant in India or Overseas - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2018 from Gaurav GautamGetting a kidney transplant usually means that you have an end-stage kidney disease, and that your kidneys are no longer functioning. Your likely living through dialysis to remove toxins from your body, a job that your kidneys are supposed to do. People have many misconceptions regarding a ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - 6 Common Complications in Plastic Surgery You Should Know About - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2018 from Gaurav GautamPlastic surgery in India has gained a lot of tractionsince the last decade, within the country as well as globally, with more than 96,000 medical tourists seeking plastic surgery coming to India till June 2017. Indian cosmetic and plastic surgery sector is growing by 22% - 32%. The number of ...
Views: 1120(1 vote) - Can Snoring be linked to a Serious Health Issues? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2018 from Gaurav GautamSnoring is one such issue that we face every day even if we or our significant other snores. A heart specialist in Patna explains that most of us are unaware of the fact that it has an adverse effect on the hearts, especially for women. Snoring happens when there is a blockage or narrowing in ...
Views: 1950(1 vote) - Diphtheria – Symptoms, Causes and Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2017 from Gaurav GautamDiphtheria is a serious bacterial infection which affects the mucous membranes of the nose and throat, inflaming them. While the main symptom of diphtheria is a sheet of thick, grey material covering the back of your throat, the disease also causes sore throat, fever, swollen glands and ...
Views: 1009(1 vote) - How to Prepare Your Child for a Pediatrician Visit? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction When they come to know about going to a doctor, most children fear the visit. Whether they are going for a routine checkup or a specialist for a problem, most children have an inherent fear of doctors. Almost every parent has gone through a child’s “We are not going to the doctor” ...
Views: 908(1 vote) - How to Protect Against Respiratory Problems in Kids? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2019 from Gaurav GautamA large number of infants and older kids suffer from mild respiratory infections every year. Respiratory infections are categorized into two parts – upper respiratory tract infections and lower respiratory tract infections. The upper respiratory system comprises of nose, sinuses, mouth and ...
Views: 823(1 vote) - Medical Timeline of Coronary Artery Disease Management -Choose Best Cardiology Hospital in India - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2018 from Gaurav GautamCoronary Artery Disease, or CAD is a new age disease that was not as rampant globally earlier as it is now. The disease has evolved with humankind’s unending pursuit of knowledge and wealth. This simple timeline of CAD management stretching over 50 years will help you understand how cardiac ...
Views: 1092(1 vote) - PSA Technique For Nitrogen Generator - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2016 from Gaurav GautamPressure Swing Adsorption or just PSA is a technique used to separate a specific gas out of mixture of different gases; it works on the principle of adsorption. The process of PSA consists of few steps which on completion gives high purity of the desired gas to be separated from others at an ...
Views: 824(1 vote) - What Are The Different Types Of Astrocytic Brain Tumours? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Gaurav GautamAccording to a leading neurologist in Darbhanga, who specializes in brain tumour treatment in Darbhanga, astrocytic tumours begins in star-shaped brain cells called astrocytes, which help keep nerve cells healthy. Astrocytes are a type of glial cells, which perform 4 main functions. These ...
Views: 880(1 vote) - Listeriosis – Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2017 from Gaurav GautamOverview Listeriosis is a food-borne infection or illness which is caused by bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. Healthy people usually experience minor to no symptoms if and when exposed to bacteria. Listeriosis affects people with compromised immune systems, especially the elderly, pregnant ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - 4 Heart Healthy Hacks That Take a Load off Your Heart - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2018 from Gaurav GautamHeart health is something that needs sustained effort to achieve. It is a culmination of number of factors, not just one. The cardiological system is an intricate one, which keeps your body doing whatever it does throughout the day, without fail. Having said that, there are certain simple things ...
Views: 1207 - 5 Common Male Urological Conditions - Consult Top Urology Hospital Near By You In Delhi (INDIA) - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2018 from Gaurav GautamThere is a misconception that urology problems like incontinence and bladder infections etc get associated only with women. But in reality, man suffers the urology problems more than women. In men, urologists treat disorders related to the penis, prostate, seminal vesicles etc. Most of the time, ...
Views: 1431 - 5 things to know about Dementia - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2017 from Gaurav GautamDementia is basically a general term referred to the decline in the mental ability which is severe enough that can affect daily life of a person. The most common problem is memory loss and Alzheimer's is noted as one of the most common type of dementia. Here are the five things that one ...
Views: 696 - 6 Things about Fertility the Modern Youth Should Understand - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2017 from Gaurav GautamThe youth of today, including women, especially women, consider themselves well-versed in almost all matters related to any and all fields of life. This is due to the fact that information is freely available these days. But the truth is they don’t have the facts straight. When it comes to ...
Views: 990 - 8 Lesser Known Things That Might Cause Lung Cancer - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2018 from Gaurav GautamWhile smoking is one of the leading causes of lung cancer, it is certainly not the only thing that increases a person’s risk of developing this deadly disease, according to a leading lung cancer specialist in Patna, working at a top cancer hospital in Patna. The specialist, and other oncological ...
Views: 1189 - A Detailed Guide to Understanding Heart Block – Need to Instantly Consult a Cardiologist in Darbhanga (India) - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction A heart block is defined by cardiologists as an interference in the electrical signals in the heart. Cardiologists in Darbhanga say that in order to understand heart block, one must understand how the heart works. These are some of the best cardiologists in India. The
Views: 1119 - A Guide to Spinal Stenosis - Causes and Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2018 from Gaurav GautamSpinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal that encases the spinal cord and nerve roots of the spine. It often occurs in the lower back and the neck. This condition mostly occurs in adults who are 50 & older. We discussed with the best spine doctors in Delhi, who recommended taking ...
Views: 1375 - Acute Low Back Pain VS Chronic Low Back Pain – What’s The Difference? - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2017 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction The low back supports the weight of the upper body and provides mobility for everyday motions such as bending and twisting. Muscles in the low back are responsible for flexing and rotating the hips while walking, as well as supporting the spinal column. Nerves in the low back ...
Views: 1363 - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia – Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Gaurav GautamBenign Prostatic Hyperplasia or BPH, and also known as benign prostatic hypertrophy is a non-cancerous increase in the size of the prostate. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. During the disease, as the prostate gets bigger, it ...
Views: 1001 - Chemotherapy - Side Effects and Aftermath - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2017 from Gaurav GautamChemotherapy is the most widely used treatment method when it comes to treating cancers. It involves usage of drugs and medicines that remove, kill or damage cancerous cells in a specific area, or the whole body. Chemotherapy is rarely used as a monotherapy, and is mostly used in conjunction ...
Views: 767 - Chemotherapy - Side Effects and Aftermath - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2017 from Gaurav GautamChemotherapy is the most widely used treatment method when it comes to treating cancers. It involves usage of drugs and medicines that remove, kill or damage cancerous cells in a specific area, or the whole body. Chemotherapy is rarely used as a monotherapy, and is mostly used in conjunction ...
Views: 720 - DEPRESSION AND CARDIAC DISEASES: HOW ARE THEY CORELATED? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2019 from Gaurav GautamDepression and cardiac surgeries are heavily correlated without a doubt and it’s necessary that one pays attention to all the factors that can lead to depression after or during the time one is suffering from any specific cardiac disease in views of a cardiologist in Darbhanga. The possibility ...
Views: 930 - Diarrhoea - Meaning, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2017 from Gaurav GautamDiarrhoea is a condition characterized by having frequent, loose and watery stools. It is a condition involving gastroenterology, the branch of medicine dealing with the digestive system.This widespread bowel disease is caused due to the consumption of unhygienic foods and water. In India, ...
Views: 1119 - Gastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma – Symptoms, Causes and Risk Factors - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2017 from Gaurav GautamThe oesophagus, also known as the food pipe is the tube that allows food to travel from the mouth to the stomach. The lower part of the oesophagus that connects to the stomach is called the gastroesophageal junction. The gastroesophageal junction has a ring of muscles which control the movement ...
Views: 906 - Hodgkin’s Lymphoma – Symptoms, Causes and Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Gaurav GautamHodgkin’s lymphoma, also known Hodgkin’s disease, is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is a part of the immune system. It is a type of lymphoma, a disease of a type ofwhite blood cells called lymphocytes. As the disease progresses, it makes it difficult for the body to fight infections. It ...
Views: 993 - How is hair loss treated? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2017 from Gaurav GautamPresently, there are effective treatments available for some types of hair loss, but there is some hair loss which is permanent. There are some conditions, such as patchy alopecia, in which the hair may regrow without the treatment within a year. The treatments for hair loss mainly include ...
Views: 814 - How is knee replacement surgery done? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2017 from Gaurav GautamA total knee replacement surgery is one of the most complex procedures in the medical world. An orthopedic surgeon has to make precise measurements before going ahead with the surgical procedure and then skillfully remove the unhealthy part of the bone, that further helps in shaping the ...
Views: 680 - How should mothers-to-be stay positive? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2017 from Gaurav GautamA positive mind attracts happiness and relief, especially if one is going through the roller coaster ride of pregnancy. The fertility doctors at IVF centers in Delhi suggest that pregnant women must use tools to help them look on the bright side of everything. Hope, faith and optimism help relax ...
Views: 742 - How to care after oral cancer treatment? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2017 from Gaurav GautamAfter the oral cancer treatment the health care team helps the patients return to the normal activities as soon as possible. The main goals of the rehabilitation mainly depends upon the extent of the disease as well as the type of the treatment. This after care may include being fitted with a ...
Views: 673 - Hydrogen Fuel Cell – An Illuminous Future for India - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2017 from Gaurav GautamOne of the biggest problems that the world is facing today is the global energy crisis. The dependence of man to produce the energy from non-renewable energy sources has lead him to exhausting these sources. This is why there is a need to shift our focus on more sustainable and efficient sources ...
Views: 1172 - Is COPD A Precursor To Lung Cancer? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, commonly known as COPD, is a serious lung condition in itself that is mostly found in smokers. This condition, which tends to get worse over time, causes chronic coughing with mucous, wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. ...
Views: 1126 - Kidney Failure – Signs, Causes and Stages - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from Gaurav GautamKidney failure, also known as renal failure is a condition in which kidney function is impaired, to an extent that the kidneys fail to sufficiently filter metabolic wastes from the blood. There are two types of this condition, acute kidney injury (earlier known as acute renal failure) and ...
Views: 838 - Kidney Transplantation in Hepatitis C Positive Patients - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2018 from Gaurav GautamOverview Before understanding how kidney transplantation affects patients with hepatitis C, it is important to understand what hepatitis C is, according to kidney specialists in Gurgaon, working at one of the best kidney transplant hospital in Delhi NCR. Hepatitis C is a viral infection caused ...
Views: 913 - Know Most Effective Spine Treatments for Spinal Cord Injuries - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2016 from Gaurav GautamLamentably, there's no real way to turn around harm to the spinal cord. In any case, specialists are persistently taking a shot at new medicines for spine treatment, including prostheses and prescriptions that may advance nerve cell recovery or enhance the capacity of the nerves that stay after ...
Views: 1077 - Knowing Ovarian Cancer – Signs, Symptoms and Prevention - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2017 from Gaurav GautamOvarian cancer refers to cancerous growth in the cells of the ovary.This type of cancer mostly occurs in the outer lining or epithelium of the ovary. The ovaries are important parts of the female reproductive system, as they produce the oocytes or eggs, in addition to producing the female ...
Views: 788 - Learn How To Reduce Your Joint Pain! - 5 Ways to Manage Joint Pain - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2017 from Gaurav GautamIs joint pain giving you sleepless nights? Then this article is for you, joint pain is an everyday problem for many people, characterized by pain and discomfort in the lower and upper back, legs, and buttocks that can be mild and episodic or chronic and debilitating. There are some ...
Views: 1502 - Learn of Haemorrhoids – Symptoms and Causes - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2017 from Gaurav GautamOverview Haemorrhoids are actually blood vessels located in the smooth muscles of the rectum and the anus. They are a normal part of the human anatomy and are located at the junction where small arteries meet veins. They are cushioned by smooth muscles and connective tissue and are classified ...
Views: 1266 - Living With Haemophilia – Symptoms and Management - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2017 from Gaurav GautamOverview Haemophilia is a blood disorder, which is somewhat rare, and which hampers the blood’s ability to clot. Haemophilia is usually inherited, although there are different types of haemophilia.Haemophilia A, or Classical Haemophilia, is the most common form, and is caused by having reduced ...
Views: 1692 - MVS Engineering and its Work in Heat Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2016 from Gaurav GautamMVS Engineering is a dominant player in the business of supplying Onsite Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Hydrogen gas generation solutions. The company, established in 1977 has been a pioneer in providing gas generation solutions to over 7000 units across the world. The company is ISO 9001 ...
Views: 863 - Obesity and Weight Loss Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from Gaurav GautamObesity is more than being fat. Obesity is having excess amounts of fat in the body that are dangerous and harmful to a person. But not all fat people are necessarily obese. It’s usually based on the Body Mass Index or BMI. BMI compares a person’s weight and height. A BMI between 25 and 29.9 is ...
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