Sepsis may not be a household term, but it’s a condition that everyone should be aware of because it can affect anyone, regardless of age or health. Let’s look into what sepsis is, its causes, symptoms, and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. If you or a loved one ever faces...
In this fast-paced world, amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often overlook our health. One such health concern that often goes unnoticed is hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. Hypertension can silently damage our bodies and lead to serious complications if left...
Shaped like a cone, the liver is located in the upper right-hand portion of the abdominal cavity, beneath the diaphragm. The liver is a dark reddish-brown organ that weighs about 3 pounds and is the largest organ inside a human body. It helps in digestion, stores energy, and removes poisons. ...
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder. It affects the nervous system and the other parts of the body that are controlled by the nerves. The symptoms of Parkinson’s start slowly and the very first symptom may be a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. Tremors are the...
The human kidneys are fist-sized organs located at the bottom of the rib cage, on both sides of the spine. They perform several functions, most importantly, they filter waste products, excess water, and other impurities from the blood. There are several other important functions of the kidney...
Did someone you know recently suffer a significant fracture though the fall was minor? Could osteoporosis be the reason for this evident fracture? The world sees approximately one osteoporotic fracture every three seconds. Studies show that osteoporosis affects an estimated 50 million Indians, but...
The incidence of cardiac illness is increasing worldwide, more so in developing countries like India. While the world average age of hospital admission with heart failure is 70, Kerala registers more patients over the age of 60 according to a study conducted by the Cardiology Society of India...
Aim of the article is to encourage women to breast feed their babies for healthy future generations at the same time continue working. Breast milk is the best gift a mother can give to herself and her babies. It is the nectar of life. Exclusive breastfeeding should be encouraged for first six...
If there is any treatment that can be very much unexpected, that will be cancer treatment. So definitely there will be something that you must take care while choosing an oncologist. It is hard to find the best oncologist in Kerala. But when you go through certain criteria, it is not difficult...
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head is a test that produces detailed images of the brain and brainstem. MRI is basically a machine that can create the images using a magnetic field and radio waves. Lourdes Hospital provides the best MRI Scan in Kochi. Basically an MRI combines images to...