Summary Myasthenia Gravis is an auto-immune disorder that impairs the functioning of the skeletal muscles. This happens when the nerve signals to these muscles are not received properly. It affects
Summary Social Prescribing is a relatively new concept in healthcare. It acknowledges that, for some patients, treatment must go beyond medication. Treatment must be holistic and factor social determinants of
Summary Peptic Ulcer Disease is a condition in which the stomach acid acts on the stomach lining resulting in open sores or ulcers in different parts of the digestive tract.
Summary Colours represent different wavelengths of light energy and like any other form of energy, can affect human-beings both physically and mentally. This fact has been used profitably in several
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
Summary There is increasing concern about the connection between Oral Health and systemic diseases. That the mouth in general, and the tongue in particular, is a mirror to diseases elsewhere
Summary Age-related decline in health parameters is natural in seniors, or those above 60 years of age. As a result, seniors are prone to several common health concerns. While most
Summary Biomarkers, short for ‘Biological Markers’ are a physical, chemical or biological characteristic that is present in the human body, and measurable too. The measure of one or more biomarkers
Summary Thrombocytopenia is a condition that is marked by a low count of platelets, also called thrombocytes. Platelets are a key component of the blood, as they help clot blood
What is Lymphoma? Lymphoma is an umbrella term for cancers of the blood and lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is an important component of the body’s immune system. It consists
