What is Clubfoot?

There are a host of congenital defects that can occur in children. Clubfoot is one such abnormality that is present since birth. It can be detected after birth or in the womb using ultrasound.

Clubfoot, also called ‘Talipes Equinovarus’ (TEV), is a rare birth defect that affects the foot of the baby and causes it to twist inwards. It may affect one, or both the legs and can make it difficult for children to walk normally. In clubfoot, tissues connecting muscles to the tendons (bone) are shorter than the usual.

Disc Prolapse or Herniated Disk

Introduction of Dyshidrotic Eczema

Dyshidrotic Eczema, also known as Dyshidrosis, is a skin condition that causes blisters on the palms of the hands or soles of the feet. There is no cure for dyshidrotic eczema yet, but it is manageable . In mild cases of dyshidrotic eczema, the blisters usually go away on their own.

Have you ever experienced bloating, abdominal pain, or diarrhoea? It might be due to fructose intolerance. Like glucose, fructose is also a type of sugar. It also occurs naturally in some healthy food such as honey, fruits, and vegetables.

What is Gangrene?

Gangrene is a serious condition in which the blood supply from the circulatory system to certain parts of the tissue stops and the tissue eventually decays and dies. This often happens in the extremities (the parts farthest from the heart) like hands and legs (especially in the toes and fingers) . In very few cases, this can happen to internal organs like the gallbladder which is called internal gangrene. The part affected by it usually appears greenish-black in color. 

Introduction

Also called stomach cancer, gastric cancer is cancer that arises in the stomach’s inner lining. This cancer usually develops gradually over the years. One of the most common treatment options includes surgery. However, you may need other treatments before and after the surgery as well.

Hashimoto affects the functioning of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is present at the base of your neck, and its function is to maintain the body’s metabolism. It secretes thyroid hormones into the bloodstream that helps to regulate various body functions.

Overview

Heartburn or Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) is a digestive problem that is also acidity or indigestion. It occurs if the acid formed in your stomach comes back up to the esophagus, causing a burning sensation in your chest or in the upper area of the stomach. On the other hand, GERD Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a more serious condition that can lead to several health complications if any medical care isn’t taken promptly.

A group of diseases primarily characterized by an inflamed gastrointestinal tract (GI) is called inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).

IBD has no known causes. Studies have also shown that genetic, hereditary, and environmental factors play a pivotal role in developing this disease.

Dr Alok Ranjan

Sr. Consultant Neurosurgeon

Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hils

Hyderabad

Let’s first understand what lumbar refers to: In layperson terms, the lumbar region is referred to as the ‘lower back’.