This is the season of Monsoon, which means your surroundings are wet, and your office space may be full of people sneezing and coughing. Yes, Cold and Flu warm up on us that easily. It all starts with a sore throat that gradually turns to cough, sneeze, and sniffs. Since our childhood, we have know

COVID-19 pandemic has been a  unique and unprecedented scenario. Sudden unexpected lockdown and the outbreak have created a lot of stress among all sections of the population.   The sudden and near-constant stream of news reports about an outbreak can cause anyone to feel worried.  Heari

At work, at home and at leisure. Whatever the occasion, the smartphone has got us glued to its screen. It is often difficult to tell when this casual browsing turns into an addiction. Before you know it, your hands are reaching out for that latest update on the phone. The cell phones also are const

Diabetes is a medical condition marked by high glucose (or sugar) levels in the blood. It transpires when the body fails to produce enough insulin for controlling blood sugar level. Research on Diabetes attributes a correlation between Diabetes Type II and Hepatitis B. Both the conditions ca

Viral hepatitis is on the rise. Unfortunately, not many of us are aware enough of the virus and the roadmap to its prevention and cure. Before we begin with the complete guide to hepatitis A, one should know that hepatitis refers to the swelling of the liver cells and detrition to the liver. Althou

Mental Health stands as one of the most critical aspects of our overall health evaluation. Although our society is largely indifferent to mental health issues battled by people, we can do our set of essential tasks to look around and within for overcoming it. In this post, we will be dabbling into

Have you ever waited in long queues at the hospital for a general health issue? Or got stuck in traffic just because you wanted to make a pit stop at a medical store? Or worse, had to take a day off to visit pathology for getting a test done? Many of you must have nodded to each of these situations

Hello everyone! Today, before diving into the main concern of the blog, let's play a small game. You will have to guess who I am, with the clues I give you. So, let's begin. I am a small unit found in all human beings, so small that I am not visible to your naked eye. I combine with a m

Hi everyone! My name is Mr. Joint and I help you perform daily activities like walking, jumping in joy, climbing the stairs, clapping your hands, turning around to wave at your friend or running to the washroom. I allow the movement of various parts of your body, to a predetermined extent in eac

Back pain is a dull stabbing painful condition affecting the lower portion of the spine. Almost all young adults between 35-45 years working desk jobs tend to suffer from back pain. Studies suggest that 8 out of 10 people complain of back pain and women are more prone to it. What Causes Back Pa

Everyone, at some point in their life, would have or may experience a panic attack. It is a part of the body's fight or flight response that helps it get through a harrowing situation. But in some cases, these attacks can kick in more frequently, triggered by absolutely nothing. Called a panic diso

You have probably had back pain at some point in your life. From a minor niggle to a full-blown back attack, the intensity can vary. Sometimes you can tell exactly why it comes on, because you pulled a muscle, sustained an injury, or just didn't sit/stand/bend right. At other times, it develops ove

To travel is to experience new people, cultures and climates. But a destination with the climate and sanitary practices different from your place can easily cause diseases. A common stomach and intestinal infection is the Traveller's Diarrhea. It usually causes loose stools and abdominal cramps.

Bipolar disorders are typically characterized by mood swings shifting from extreme elevation (called manic episodes by doctors) followed by episodes of depression with periods of normalcy in between causing patients difficulty in carrying out everyday routine at home, work or school. Although a

Erectile Dysfunction, more commonly known as impotence is the inability to get or maintain a penile erection firm enough to perform sexual intercourse. Occasionally, Erectile Dysfunction is quite common. No need to panic! Most men experience this at some point in their life. If it becomes a f

My father's road to recovery after a stroke. It happened recently, on a wintry November morning. I had planned a trip to Rajasthan with my 65-year old father. We reached the hotel early in the morning and decided to plan our day over breakfast. As we headed back to our room, my dad complained a

OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) is a common mental condition where an individual often feels consumed by recurrent thoughts and/or ritualized momentary behaviours which can be overwhelming. Typically, the human brain is habituated to keep us in the know about anything that could pose a threat t

Hypertension? Why stress? Keep it simple to avoid the silent killer. A 29-year-old professional in Hyderabad recounts his story as a high blood pressure patient. Also read about -  Confessions of corporate life: Stress is real It was a Tuesday morning at work. I remember feeling a

The terrible impact of cigarette smoking on health is well known to all. The addiction is associated with oxidative stress and increased risk of other chronic diseases. The condensed tar and other particles emitted in smoke have a long-term impact on degenerating the smoker’s body. What is li

"Cancer" is one of the most dreaded words when it comes to healthcare. But the good news is, that the majority of causes of cancer are avoidable. Small components of lifestyle play a major role in preventing cancer: Does weight have anything to do with cancer? Yes, maintaining a healthy wei

Salt -one of the most essential and indispensable ingredients of our meals. Scientifically known as Sodium Chloride, it is essential for the proper functioning of the human body. Sodium present in the salt plays an integral part in the muscle and nerve function. Now, what is important to trac

Acute gastritis is a condition that causes sudden inflammation, erosion or irritation in the lining of the stomach. It can cause severe and nagging pain. If the symptoms appear slowly over time, it is termed as chronic gastritis. The inflammation of gastritis is most often the result of infection w

So what is Diabetes? Are there different types? What causes this? Is there a permanent treatment for diabetes? Diabetes often referred to as diabetes mellitus, describes a group of metabolic diseases in which the person has high blood glucose (blood sugar), either because insulin production is i

1. It is a skin condition. Folliculitis is very common and can affect the skin anywhere the hair grows. It is most likely to occur on the thighs, buttocks, neck, armpit or even scalp. Basically, places where friction is common. Hair follicles are tiny pockets from which the hair grows. Foll

Dandruff is a common scalp condition in which small pieces of dry skin flake off, making your scalp itchy. It can happen to anyone at any age but is not common in children. It tends to be seasonal and is usually most severe during winters and mildest during summers. Dandruff is not dangerous, do