Ulcers are open sores that are caused when the protective lining of your stomach breaks down thanks to stomach acid. Ultimately, the stomach lining becomes damaged. To this date, it is known that there are 2 causes of ulcers. Ulcers are caused by an infection with the bacteria H. pylori bacteria and taking high dosages […]
Primary hyperthyroidism occurs when there is an elevated function of the thyroid gland which is not caused by an increased stimulation by a governing hormone (TSH or TRH). Secondary hyperthyroidism is caused by increased stimulation by TSH. These two definitions are given by the World Health Organisation and are the premise on which we will […]
Just as 2022 comes to an end, there’s bad news looming on the horizon. A new strain of Omicron is causing widespread infections in China. The variant has now reached Indian shores and at the time of writing around 4 people have been affected. While the numbers are too small to warrant any serious concern, […]
Thyroid hormone replacement therapy is required for those patients who suffer from hypothyroidism. When the thyroid gland produces little to no T4 (thyroxine) hormone, then thyroid replacement therapy is usually prescribed. A general physician doctor in Kolkata takes a look at the details. What is Thyroid Hormone Replacement Therapy? This is a therapy where synthetic […]
In case you are showing symptoms of an improperly functioning thyroid, the doctor will recommend that you take a thyroid function blood test. This blood test aims to discover the level of TSH, T4, and T3, in the bloodstream. In today’s blog, we will break down for you the thyroid function blood test and what […]
A recent study found that brain insulin sensitivity levels were restored in participants who took part in an 8-week exercise program. That is why diabetes treatment in Kolkata from Dr. Amitabha Saha insists upon regular exercise for the patient. Patients will benefit from the same and there will be better management of the diabetic condition. […]
A genetic disease that affects the kidneys, PKD or Polycystic Kidney Disease, is a condition that affects around 1 in 400 to 1000 individuals in the world. Moreover, it affects around 1 in 20,000 children in the world as well. Rare though it may be, the disease can turn deadly and cause a lot of […]
Earlier GERD was conceived as a condition of the West and the Western lifestyle. However, this small yet serious condition is now rampant in Indian society as well. A Times of India publication in 2022, stated that GERD, or acid reflux, affects around 20-30% of the Indian population. Prolonged GERD is a very serious issue […]
The statistics are alarming. 1 in 4 individuals over 18 years of age are suffering from high blood pressure. The New Indian Express report on hypertension being on the rise among the youth has caused this hypertension specialist to sit up to take special notice about this condition. It has been noticed that men are […]
Those who have been infected with the virus that caused COVID-19 may experience long-term effects, known as long COVID or post-COVID conditions. This refers to a range of diseases that a person may contract or be at a risk for because they had first contracted COVID. Experts around the globe believe that long COVID will […]