Often we come across various similar medical terms in literature, the doctor’s chamber or a medical centre that we just do not understand. Most of the time we do ask others to shed light on our query, but isn’t it useful to learn more about these differences and be aware of them? So, in today’s […]
The danger regarding hypertension is that at times it can be asymptomatic, meaning the sufferer may not notice any signs as such. Known as a silent killer, this condition is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, heart attacks, strokes, and can even affect diabetic patients. This makes it a dangerous condition that affects people of […]
Diabetes Mellitus (Type 2 diabetes) is a silent pandemic in India. This is a condition that cannot be cured, only controlled and contained. Any diabetes sufferer can manage the problem with the help of diabetes treatment in Kolkata and ideally maintain blood sugar levels at the correct levels, without requiring medication. However, that does not […]
Dementia is a term that describes memory loss and cognitive decline. More than 55 million people globally are suffering from dementia and scientists are unaware of the exact cause of the condition. One of the conditions that affects dementia is hypertension. There exists previous research which says that people with hypertension are at greater risk […]
It’s a bacterium that affects the stomach and causes myriad problems for the person who is infected. Damaging the tissue of your stomach and upper small intestine, Helicobacter pylori can cause redness and soreness of the stomach tissues. However, the worst thing this bacterium can do is create painful sores in your stomach called peptic […]
Many Kolkata residents have been taking ill with a bad bout of high fever and persistent cough. This phenomenon has come close on the heels of the outbreak of Adenovirus which had plagued Kolkata residents since January. Kolkata doctors believe that the cases are viral fever cases which are predominantly due to the influenza A […]
Not every incident of chest pain is a heart attack nor is it benign as a heartburn. The truth is when a person experiences chest pain it can be due to a variety of factors each more critical than the next. So, what should a person do when any of their loved ones is suffering […]
It goes without saying that asthma sufferers need to stay fit. However, it can be problematic for them to exercise given that they could suffer from exercise induced asthma as well. How to balance both, the need for exercise and the need to prevent an asthma attack? Always consult with an asthma specialist before you […]
The kidney is made up of several tiny units called nephrons. Each nephron is made up of two parts, a glomerulus and a tubule. The glomerulus is a network of blood vessels that are responsible for allowing small molecules like wastes and water fluids to pass into the tubules while larger molecules like proteins and […]
If you have been diagnosed with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, do not worry about the problem! There’s still hope to reverse the condition. With the right steps, you can get your healthy liver right back. So, what are the ways in which you can do this? Dr. Amitabha Saha, a fatty liver specialist in Kolkata, […]
