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...
The arrival of the monsoon season brings relief from the scorching heat. However, along with the pleasant showers, the rainy season also brings its fair share of health risks. Various waterborne and vector-borne diseases tend to flourish during this time, making it crucial for individuals to take...
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...
Asthma is a stressful and challenging lung condition that can make your airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, which causes breathing difficulties. Though some individuals may eventually grow out of asthma, for many others it is a life-long condition. Living with asthma can turn into...
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...
A cancer diagnosis is upsetting at any age. And especially if the patient is a child, it is even more heart-breaking. If a child is detected with cancer, it’s quite natural to have many questions like which hospital and doctor should you consult, will the child get well, will the child...
After having the first child, most parents might think that having a second successful pregnancy will be easy. However, that’s not always true, and you are not alone. Secondary infertility happens when you can’t get pregnant or carry a baby to term after you’ve been pregnant before and...