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IntroductionThis article is for patients who have seen both the words 'tumor' and 'cancer' in their medical reports or heard them from a doctor and wa...
IntroductionHodgkin's lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma are both cancers of the lymphatic system. The main difference is the presence or absence of ...
IntroductionCancer is often easier to treat when it is detected early. In many cases, early-stage cancer may not cause obvious symptoms, which is why ...
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India Context — Brain TumorsBrain tumors account for approximately 2% of all cancers in India. According to data from the ICMR–National Cancer Registr...
Myth #1: Robotic Docking Means More Time Under AnesthesiaWhen patients hear the words robotic surgery, the mind often drifts toward science fiction—cl...
IntroductionMouth ulcers and canker sores are common oral problems that can make eating, drinking, brushing, and talking uncomfortable. Many people us...
Yesterday, a worried mother came into my clinic, clutching a printout. Her eyes were full of fear. “Doctor, her WBC count is high with increased ...
One of the most common cancers, which is also becoming one of the leading causes of fatality amongst cancer diseases, is liver cancer. The major probl...
IntroductionCancer can affect anyone, but some cancers are more common in men or present with symptoms that men may ignore for a long time. Many men d...
IntroductionThis article explains what cancer stage means and how staging guides treatment decisions. For an overview of cancer types, see: Types of C...
Understanding Clubfoot: Early Treatment for a Healthy Future. . What's it About? Clubfoot (CTEV) is a common, treatable birth condition af...
IntroductionThis article provides a broad overview of the different types of cancer that can occur in the human body, classified both by cell origin a...
IntroductionCancer can affect both men and women, but some cancers are more common in women or occur only in women because of female reproductive orga...
We have all experienced a heavy stomach, bloating, or abdominal cramping after a spicy or irregular meal. Usually, an antacid and a little time resolv...
Finding out you have a thyroid nodule can be alarming. The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck, plays a massive role in...
May is arthritis awareness month. Awareness posts and articles feature mostly about the osteoarthritis of the knees or the inflammatory arthritis invo...
A straight answer to this question is “Yes”. Diving deep into this, we need to understand the concepts of physiological aging and pathological loss of...
Patient Education Series: Five Essential Liver Health Topics 1. Fatty Liver Disease: India’s Silent EpidemicWhat Is Fatty Liver Disease?Non-Alcoh...
Dengue is a viral infection which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. It is common in hot humid tropical countries like ...
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Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) is an airborne disease caused by bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis – M.tuberculosis) that often affects the lungs...
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Introduction People in the working-age group between 30 and 60 are more vulnerable to lifestyle diseases compared to younger or older adults. A sedent...
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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for preserving spine health and preventing or managing back pain. By incorporating good posture, ergonomics...
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A concussion is a head injury that affects the functioning of the brain. Concussions are mostly temp...
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