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Giant Cell Arteritis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica
The conditions known as Giant Cell Arteritis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica may occur in people who are more than 50 years
Genital warts
Genital warts are a common sexually transmitted infection caused by a virus called Human papillomavirus (HPV). A virus is a
Genital herpes
Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections; it is estimated that one in every five people
Gastroparesis
Our body is nothing less than a complicated wiring system that carries signals from the brain to different parts of
Gallstones
Gallbladder – an overview The gall bladder is a pear-shaped sac of 7–10 cm that stores bile synthesized by the
Galactosemia
Your newborn vomits after every feed. You are an informed parent and know that breast milk is best for your
Food Allergies
At a gathering at a friend’s house, you find that the roasted fish looks so good. You ate two portions
Flat Feet in Children
Humans are said to be the most evolved creatures on Earth. The main difference between us and other creatures is
Fifth Disease
A French Physician by the name Dr. Cheinisse described Erythema infectiosum or ‘Fifth disease’ in the year 1905 AD. Fifth
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia causes pain throughout your body, constant tiredness, and increased pressure sensitivity. Individuals with fibromyalgia experience a range of symptoms,
Fibromyalgia and Exercise
Let’s begin with – what fibromyalgia is? Fibromyalgia is a condition that results in pain and tenderness in the muscles,
Fibroids and Uterine Fibroid Embolization
You have been having no symptoms at all and have been feeling good but your doctor says you have fibroids
Female Athlete Triad
Angelina is very passionate about swimming. She wants to participate in swimming championships at the national level. In order to
Fecal Incontinence
An 82-year-old man found he couldn’t control his stools. The bed linens would become filthy even before he got to
Febrile Seizures
Are you worried and frightened every time your child has a high-grade fever because of the associated seizure? Yes, it
Diabetes and eye care
Eyes are the windows to the soul. Don’t let diabetes damage it. High blood sugar in diabetes can cause serious
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
The Eustachian tube is a small narrow channel that connects the middle ear to the upper part of the throat,
Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Your baby has been feeding normally. However, for a few days, you feel the baby is well, refuses feeds, drools,
Epilepsy
Have you seen somebody having fits? It’s scary to watch someone having fits; you might see them suffering from serious
Endometriosis
The female body is one of the most wonderful and fascinating creation of nature. It is the origin of all
Endometrial Cancer
The word Carcinos (Cancer) in Greek means Crab. Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine was the first one to describe tumors
Ehrlichiosis
You have just returned from a two day hiking trip in the woods. A week passes and you feel feverish,
E. coli Infection
Human body is the habitat of many bacteria! Yes, it’s true…the bacteria that the human body harbors stay in equilibrium
Echinococcosis
In our younger grades, we were taught that the basic requirements for every human are food, shelter, and clothes. But
Earaches in Children
Your child has had another episode of cold, and has been crying and rubbing the ear. You learnt that the
Ear Infections: Otitis Media with Effusion
Ear infections in children are very common problem next to common cold. It is said that 3 out of 4
Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing)
Don’t we all take swallowing of food for granted? All we need to do is chew, bite, and swallow. Simple,
Dyspepsia
Many of us get burning sensation in the chest area, stomach upset, belching or nausea once in a while, after
Dyspareunia : Painful Sex for Women
Love making is considered as the most magnificent celestial experience. People forget everything and have no worries during sex. Time
Menstrual Cramps
No woman enjoys getting her monthly periods because of the accompanying menstrual cramps, bloating, headaches, and fatigue that make her
Dust Mite Allergy
Being allergic to surroundings is quite a normal thing, all that the person has to do is to stay away
Dry, Itchy Skin
Dry skin is a common complaint. It occurs more often in the elderly. Dry skin is one that has lost
Adults with Down Syndrome
When I was born, I had an extra copy of chromosome 21 in all the cells of my body. I
Diverticular Disease
Did you know that a low intake of fiber in your diet could lead to development of a silent disease
Diagnosing Diabetes
If you are concerned that you may have diabetes, don’t think twice to go to a doctor. Unlike many other
Diabetic emergencies
Diabetes is a chronic condition; its complications can prove fatal, if not taken care of. Every year diabetes kills close
Understanding Diabetes
You notice that you have lost weight since few months. You are getting exhausted quiet often, your thirst has increased,
Diabetes On A Sick Day
You are a diabetic and have been successfully managing your condition with strict diet control and regular exercise. Unfortunately you
Diabetes and depression
Feeling sad and low at some point of time is something which everybody experiences. It may be due to ups
Diabetes and dental hygiene – The two-way link
Many of the nearly 24 millions of the Americans who have diabetes may be surprised to know that there is
Diabetes Complications
You are a diabetic. However, you don’t stop yourself from indulging in a heavy meal of double cheese pizza, sweetened
Dermatomyositis
A woman in her 50’s developed a reddish purple rash on her eyelids which gradually spread to the face, neck
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
A 45 year old woman loved working in her garden daily, and spent all afternoons digging the soil, planting, weeding,
Depression after a Heart Attack
Surviving a heart attack is a good thing. However, it is common to experience depression during the recovery process. This
Deep Vein Thrombosis
The body knows the value of blood, when we bleed as a result of an injury or accident, it responds
Cytomegalovirus Infection
Many potentially harmful viral infections may be deceptively silent. One such infection is that of the cytomegalovirus. The body is
Croup and Your Child
It is quite natural for every parent to want to protect their baby as much as possible from all sickness
Crohn’s Diseas
Diarrhea and abdominal pain is a common complaint usually caused by infection most commonly acquired by consuming food or water
CPAP Devices for Sleep Apnea
Is your sleep being disturbed by loud snoring, gasping, snorting, and choking sounds of your bed partner? Then this could
Coronary Heart Disease- Reducing Your Risk
The heart beats non-stop; even when you are busy reading this piece of information, your heart is busy pumping blood
