A coronary angiogram is a diagnostic procedure that is used by doctors or specialists to understand how blood is flowing to, within and from the heart to other parts of the body. This test is normally done to understand if there are any clots or plaques blocking the major blood vessels leading to and away…
The brain and spinal cord together form the intricate nervous system that is made of billions of specialised cells which perform very specific functions- all of which ultimately allow you to think, feel, emote, calculate and deduce in different ways, all through life. A neurologist is the doctor or specialist who diagnoses and treats all…
Heart bypass surgery in simple terms is also called coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Bypass surgery is needed when blood vessels are not able to supply enough blood to the beating heart. Arteries can get blocked mainly due to the formation of plaques made of cholesterol, or blood clots. You get this surgery done when…
An ischaemic stroke is a rare but devastating event for the brain- since blood flow is absent, leading to millions of cells dying, every minute or so. These dead cells cannot grow back again, which is why delayed treatment results in major mental deficits and can lead to unwanted complications like paralysis or other symptoms. …
It is a well known fact that uninterrupted blood flow to different parts of the body- especially the brain, heart or other major organs and organ systems is a necessity for you to function normally without any issues. When a clot forms and closes off blood supply to a region of the body, or a…
Most of us know what cancer is- it is the unregulated growth of specific types of cells that results in the formation of a mass of undifferentiated cells- called a tumor. Since the brain is necessary for so many daily processes and how we function routinely, it needs to be in a highly regulated environment-…
Summers in the Indian subcontinent have always been associated with high temperatures, high humidity and an even higher risk of suffering from dehydration and heat stroke. It hence becomes important to stay safe from the punishing sun and hydrate better. So, let us look at some foolproof hydration tips for summer in this blog- which…
A neurologist is a doctor who specialises in diagnosing and treating all conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord and nervous system as a whole. They can hence help you manage chronic conditions or treat them if possible, with the main goal to avoid unwanted complications which can affect your quality of life in the…
The heart is arguably the most important organ in the body- since it works continuously to keep nutrient rich blood flowing to all parts of the body. When the heart loses its ability to beat efficiently and regularly, it can stress out other organ systems extensively. It is hence important for you to start taking…
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…
