Family & General Medicine
Hypercholesterolemia or High Cholesterol – Facts you need to know
Summary Hypercholesterolemia is a condition in which, the body has more LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) than what is good for the person. This leads to a condition called atherosclerosis, which
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Iron-deficiency Anaemia in Children
Summary Iron is a vital element for overall health of human beings as it helps the body make RBCs. Anaemia is a condition in which there is not enough RBCs
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Causes, Symptoms and Treatment for Psoriasis
Summary Psoriasis is an auto-immune condition that affects the skin primarily. It is marked by scaly or flaky skin with patches in various colours. In addition to the discomfort and
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Low Glycemic Index grains that are good for diabetics and elders
Summary Diabetics and elders are at risk of various age-related conditions. Regular exercise and the right diet go a long way in preventing these conditions and ensuring optimal health. In
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Understanding Allergies: Types, Triggers, and Symptom Management
Summary Allergy is a condition in which the immune system over-reacts to a particular biochemical substance that has entered the body, treating it as a threat. The same substance may
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How to save your Diabetic Foot from Amputation?
Summary Diabetes causes various complications including Peripheral Artery Disease and Peripheral Neuropathy. These can increase the risk of what is called Diabetic Foot Ulcers. Such ulcers in the feet can
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Essential Knowledge – A to Z of Diabetes
On a global scale, the number of diabetics in India is very high, and the number stands at 7.5 crores today. It is a bit alarming to note that this
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Plasma – Basic facts and donation
What is Plasma? Plasma is the fluid component of blood in which red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets are suspended. Almost 55% of blood is made up of
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Impact of Stress on blood-sugar levels and Diabetes management
Overview Stress is a natural occurrence in day-to-day life and everyone has his/her own techniques to relieve stress. When handled properly, stress does not cause any major health concern. However,
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Diabetes Insipidus – Causes and Treatment
Diabetes Insipidus is a disorder in which the person produces a lot of dilute or light-colored urine even when he/she is not hydrated sufficiently. While a healthy adult produces around
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