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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Chest pain is a common symptom that many people face – either randomly or on a regular basis. When it is severe enough, it can set alarm bells ringing- as chest pain is normally associated with having a heart attack. But, it is not the case every time you have chest pain – as there…
India has long been known to be one of the major diabetes “capitals” of the world and when you add the heightened risk of suffering from heart disease to the mix, long term decline of quality of life can occur significantly. The number of individuals suffering from diabetes is extremely high in the Indian subcontinent…
