In the last two decades, heart attack emerged as a leading cause of death all over the world. More than 1 million people lost their live due to heart attack. It can happen to anyone, any time, and at any place. Most of the time, initial symptoms of heart attack are neglected by the people […]
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a collection of progressive lung diseases. Commonly, emphysema or chronic bronchitis are seen in this condition. Many people with COPD suffer from both of these conditions. COPD results in obstructive airflow from the lungs which further causes breathing, mucus (sputum) production, and wheezing. People suffering from COPD are […]
What is Acid Reflux or GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which stomach acid frequently comes back to the esophagus, a tube that connects the mouth with the stomach. This backwash (acid reflux) irritates the esophagus lining and makes an individual feel uncomfortable. Many people experience acid reflux from time to time. […]
What is Piles? Piles or hemorrhoids is a condition of swollen veins that can take place inside the rectum, or outside the rectum. Most commonly, piles flare-ups stop hurting within two weeks without taking any treatment. As per some studies, consuming a fiber-rich diet and drinking 8-10 glasses of water every day may support managing […]
The nose swab PCR test for COVID-19 is an accurate and reliable test for diagnosing COVID-19. A positive test means you likely have COVID-19. A negative test means you probably did not have COVID-19 at the time of the test. Get tested if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone who […]
What is Kidney Stone? The main role of the kidneys is to remove the waste or excess products from the body by forming urine. All the waste products come outside when we pass urine. But in the condition when there is too much waste in the blood and kidneys are not producing the required amount […]
What is Ulcerative Colitis? Ulcerative Colitis (UC) can be stated as an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that results in inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the individual’s digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis usually impacts the innermost lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum. People having age between 15 and 30 years or more than 60 years […]
The coldest season of the year- Winter, is beginning from mid-November and lasts till February end. The chilly winds in the winter mornings refresh us from inside. Different beautiful flowers bloom in winter, and they enhance the beauty of this season. Various fresh vegetables and fruits are available in winter. But the bad thing about […]
PET scan, also known as positron emission tomography, is a procedure used to find early signs of cancer, cardiovascular, brain disorders, and cancer cells in the body. Procedure While performing a PET scan, the patient lies on a table that slides through the PET machine. The headrest and white strap help the patient lie still. […]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the joints. Within the body, joints are the points where bones come together and allow movement. Most of these joints are also called synovial joints, also provide shock absorption. RA is an autoimmune condition, in which the body’s immune system mistakes the linings of your joints […]