Understanding Osteoid Osteoma: A Simple Guide for Patients
What is Osteoid Osteoma? Osteoid osteoma is a small, benign (non-cancerous) bone tumor that often affects young people between the ages of 10 and 30. It accounts for about 10% of all benign bone tumors. Though the tumor is usually smaller than 1.5 cm, it can cause intense pain, especially at night. It most commonly […]
Endometriosis: Understanding the Pain That’s Often Silent
Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition that affects millions of women worldwide—yet it often goes undiagnosed for years. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows outside the uterus, most commonly on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and pelvic lining. What Is Endometriosis ? In a normal menstrual cycle, the endometrial […]
Kidney Stones: A Common Yet Preventable Health Issue in India
Kidney stones are one of the most common urological problems in India, affecting nearly 10% of the population at some point in their lives. With a variety of causes and stone types, early diagnosis and proper management can go a long way in reducing discomfort and avoiding complications. What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are […]
Beating Hypertension Without Medication: A Comprehensive Guide
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a pervasive health issue affecting millions worldwide. While medication is often prescribed to manage hypertension, there are several effective non-pharmacological approaches to treating this condition. In this blog, we’ll explore the various ways to manage hypertension without medication. Lifestyle Modifications: The Cornerstone of Hypertension Management Lifestyle modifications are the […]
A Case of Post-tuberculosis Aspergilloma managed with Segmentectomy
A 43 year old man, diabetic, who was diagnosed with sputum positive pulmonary tuberculosis and treated for the same, presented with hemoptysis of 6 months duration, 11 months after being diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis. His symptoms persisted despite medical management. Auscultation revealed bronchial breathsounds in right supraclavicular area with crepitations. Total WBC count was 12320/cumm. […]
Understanding Fibroid Uterus: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Fibroids, or uterine leiomyomas, are non-cancerous growths of the uterus commonly seen in women of reproductive age. They vary in size and number and may grow inside the uterine wall, project into the uterine cavity, or protrude outward. Causes & Risk Factors Common Symptoms DIAGNOSIS Treatment Options Treatment depends on symptoms, size, and reproductive plans […]
PREGNANCY WITH HEPATITIS B POSITIVE MOTHER
EPIDEMIOLOGY AND PUBLIC HEALTH BURDEN • Globally, about 325 million people were living with chronic hepatitis in 2015.Hepatitis B resulted in deaths, mostly from complications (including cirrhosisand hepatocellular carcinoma).1 • HBV prevalence in India is in intermediate range3. Every year 100,000 Indians diedue to HBV infection related illnesses.3 • In India, chronic hepatitis B (CHB) […]
Know Your Intensive Care Physician
Understanding the People Behind the Monitors When someone you love is admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), it can feel like entering an intimidating world of machines, alarms, hushed conversations and high-stakes decisions. Amidst all this, there’s a calm, focused individual at the heart of the action — the Intensive Care Physician, also known […]
