When a Surgical Abdomen Isn’t Surgical

In the emergency room, few situations demand faster decision-making than an unstable patient with abdominal pain. Hypotension, poor perfusion, and concerning imaging almost reflexively push clinicians toward one conclusion – a surgical abdomen. But every once in a while, medicine reminds us to pause. A 31-year-old male arrived in the emergency department with a history […]

Part 1 – The Predictable Pandemic The “2026 Dengue Threat”

Every year, like clockwork, Bengaluru prepares for the monsoon. But while the rains bring relief from the heat, they also usher in our city’s most predictable tragedy: The Dengue Surge. As a responsible clinician and a resident of this city, I am writing this because we are standing on the precipice of the May–July window. […]

PROTEIN , CREATINE & YOUR KIDNEY: TRENDY, HELPFUL OR HARMFUL 

Protein shakes. Creatine. Collagen powders.They’ve become a daily ritual for many gym-goers.Walk into any gym today, and you’ll hear it: “More protein = more muscle.”  But while protein is essential for your body, more isn’t always better, especially when it comes to your kidneys.And here’s the truth most people miss: Your body loves balance and […]