TCD helps detect cerebrovascular diseases

Dr M Pradeep | 10-July-2013

Transcranial Doppler (TCD) is a non-invasive ultrasonic technique that measures blood flow velocity and direction in intracranial arteries. Even though the concept was known for quite some time, the

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Botox wonder injection

Dr Divya Ramkumar | 10-July-2013

Due to the ease of administration, wide safety profile and fast results, botox has become one of the most popular cosmetic procedures today

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IPT makes a mark in diabetes treatment

Dr Jothydev Kesavadev | 10-July-2013

Insulin pump therapy is a device like syringe or insulin pen to deliver insulin continuously, similar to the insulin secretion from a normal healthy human pancreas. But this device is only for

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PCOD, a cause of female infertility

Dr Anita Gupta | 10-July-2013

Most of the time, poly cystic ovarian disease is diagnosed in women in their 20s or 30s. However, it may also affect teenage girls. The disease shows symptoms in approximately 5 per cent to 10 per

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Take extra care of hair during monsoon

Anup Dhir | 10-July-2013

Monsoon is the season of excess humidity and presents unique challenges for skin and hair. Humidity affects hair badly. Hair attracts more dirt due to pollution during the seson, which decreases the

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The skills a toddler develops at different stages

Dr Mini Unnikrishnan | 10-June-2013

The progressive attainments by a child of skills that involve both mental and muscular activity such as the ability of the infant to sit, crawl, walk, talk, control bladder and bowel functions and

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Constant monitoring of blood sugar mandatory

Dr Jothydev Kesavadev | 10-June-2013

Diabetes unlike any other disease, mainly involves treatment of three parameters: blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol. All these require continuous monitoring and modifications in the

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‘False dietary pattern is the main cause of infections’

Gayathri Asokan | 10-June-2013

Nutrition is the science of food that works in the body. Food plays a major role in growth and development.The main functions of food are energy giving,body building and protective functions.A well

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Catch mental health disorders before it turns worse

Lakshmi Santhosh | 10-June-2013

India needs a system for regular screenings for mental health conditions of people. If any disorders are diagnosed in the early stage, it will be easy to find a solution. And such a screening process

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Prevent complications after stroke

Dr M Pradeep | 10-June-2013

Rapid diagnosis of stroke and initiation of treatment are important to maximize recovery, prevent recurrence of stroke and prevent complications.

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