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Thalassemia
Thalassemia Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that affects your body’s ability to produce haemoglobin. Individuals with thalassemia present with severe anemia and enlargement of liver and spleen needing medical treatment in the first two years of life. It is a common genetic disorder and in India about 10,000 -20,000 children are born every year
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- Apollo Hospital Mumbai
- May 19, 2022
Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion Dermabrasion is a surgical procedure performed in a professional medical setting by a dermatologist or plastic surgeon trained specifically in this invasive procedure. Dermabrasion is a type of surgical skin planning that has been practiced for many years (before the advent of lasers) and involves the controlled deeper abrasion (wearing away) of the upper
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- March 31, 2022
Lymphoma
Lymphoma Lymphoma, as the name suggests is the cancer of the lymphatic system, which includes the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland, bone marrow, tonsils and mucous membranes. The Lymphatic system is a part of the immune system, responsible for the production of immune cells, removal of excess fluids from the body and removing cellular waste.
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- Apollo Hospital Mumbai
- March 8, 2022
FAQs about Gastrointestinal Cancers
FAQs about Gastrointestinal Cancers The term Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers refer to cancers affecting the organs in the digestive system. The GI tract includes the food pipe, stomach, biliary system, pancreas, small and large intestine, rectum and anus. What Cancers affect the digestive system? The following cancers are considered to be GI cancers or those affecting
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- February 19, 2022
Diet and Depression
Diet and Depression Nutrition plays crucial role in maintaining physical and mental health. Though there is no specific diet proven to treat depression, optimum nutrition can play a role in preventing depression caused or worsened by poor physical health. Mental health causes emotional eating, binging or grazing or skipping meals. There is lack of vital
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- February 12, 2022
What are the Causes of Heart Attack?
What are the Causes of Heart Attack? Heart attack occurs when one or more of the coronary arteries (blood vessels supplying blood to the heart) become blocked. It usually occurs when there is lack of a blood flow to the heart muscle. Symptoms of heart attack Symptoms of heart attack include chest pain or tightness,
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- January 27, 2022
Precision Medicine in Cancer Treatment: Role of Technology
Precision Medicine in Cancer Treatment: Role of Technology Cancer care has seen tremendous progress over the years with coming of age medicines and growth in biomedical technologies. In today’s times, precision cancer medicine has enabled cancer specialists to combine a particular type of cancer treatment or a therapy to a patient depending on the type
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- January 21, 2022
Oncoplastic Surgery for Breast Cancer
Oncoplastic Surgery for Breast Cancer Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. Research shows that approximately 1 in every 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. In the older era, mastectomy was the only surgical procedure offered to such women. However, robust clinical trials spanning over many
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- January 13, 2022
Covid-19 Vaccination in Children
Covid-19 Vaccination in Children Government of India launched the pediatric vaccination against COVID-19 for the age group 15 to 18 years from 3rd January 2022 onwards. Covaxin is the only vaccine currently available for this age group under the programme, to be given in a 2 dose schedule at 28 days interval. Below are answers
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- December 30, 2021
Stroke – Diagnosis and Treatment
Stroke – Diagnosis and Treatment Stroke (brain stroke or cerebrovascular stroke) is a condition which occurs due to reduced supply of blood to the brain because of a blockage or bleeding of the blood vessels. In this condition, the brain cells start to die due to lack of oxygen. It can be classified into two
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Severe Heatwave: Effects and How to Stay Safe
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What conditions does an ENT doctor treat?
- April 18, 2024
Rare Cancers in India – Symptoms and Management
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