Sleep apnea is a condition where you stop breathing periodically, at night, when you are sleeping. You will mostly gasp awake, as your reflex to start breathing again kicks in- this means you will not be able to sleep restfully and continuously at night. This can stress different organ systems over time and place you…
The terms PCOS and endometriosis have been doing the rounds in many conversations this last decade- as women’s health has become a major topic of focus for researchers and the medical community alike. That is because both these conditions can be chronic and wreak major havoc in the life of a woman- though symptoms may…
If you have ever had to deal with a burning sensation in your stomach or chest, then you know just how unpleasant it can feel. This is actually a pretty common symptom with a few different conditions like acid reflux, gastritis, GERD, etc. So, how do you know which is what, based on just this…
The knee is a very important joint that allows us to move around and helps keep us stable while we do so. The knee joint is a ball and socket joint- which means it can rotate, move front and back and from one side to the other respectively. When the joint gets damaged due to…
Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin that is crucial for many bodily functions to occur. Vitamin D deficiency is widespread in the Indian subcontinent, with studies showing almost 80-90% of the population, across all age groups being affected. Chronic vitamin D deficiency can cause long term problems with bone, neural and muscle function, impacting…
Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits which are formed of different kinds of salts. Some people are at higher risk of developing kidney stones when compared to others. Kidney stones can be very painful and affect quality of life severely, if it is not diagnosed and treated by a specialist promptly. They are called renal…
The heart is a vital organ that beats tirelessly in rhythm, to keep your body supplied with enough nutrient rich blood. Cardiac function is influenced by factors like diet, environment, exercise, genetic predisposition etc. With increased heat, the body has to make sure to pump blood quickly, so as to cool the body down- placing…
It is well known that significant temperature and humidity changes can trigger headaches. Hyderabad is known to be really hot compared to other cities, so it makes sense to learn of ways to keep yourself cool and prevent summer migraines from striking you when you least expect them. So, learn how to keep your head…
We all know that our bodies are literally 70% water and that when dehydrated, its functional capacity dramatically reduces. Most of us associate this loss of capacity with just feeling tired or other physical pursuits. This is even more true for the brain, as it is almost 75% water alone and hence, when there is…
A stroke is a medical emergency and its symptoms may often seem subtle and easy to dismiss- but if emergency medical help is not given immediately, it can lead to long lasting paralysis and will require extensive rehabilitation for a person to get better. In many cases, symptoms can be observed even a month before…
