Dr. S M Fayaz, Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Persistent fatigue can be a source of great annoyance as well as impact almost every part of one’s life. People drag themselves through the day feeling exhausted, which even leads to the dampening of their moods and even anxiety attacks in some cases. […]
5 Ways In Which Stress Can Affect The Heart
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Stress has become a part of daily life that cannot be avoided, whether it is caused by work, personal life, or finances. Short-term stress in most cases can be controlled and managed, but long-term stress tends to have negative effects on one’s health, especially […]
Air Pollution Leading Cause of Lung Cancer in Non-smokers
Traffic exhaust, smoke due to coal and wood burning, and passive smoking are major risk factors after tobacco Intake of tobacco (both smoke and smokeless forms) accounts for 21% of total cancer deaths worldwide, including those from lung cancer. Non-smokers can still be at risk for lung cancer due to several factors, even though smoking is […]
Beyond Symptoms: Exploring Lifestyle’s Connection to Chronic Pain
Dr. Raghavendra Ramanjulu, Lead Consultant – Palliative Medicine & Rehabilitation, Aster RV Hospital Chronic pain, characterized by its persistence beyond tissue healing, is now recognized as a distinct disease entity by the International Classification of Diseases. Understanding the role of lifestyle in chronic pain management is crucial, as it can significantly influence a patient’s recovery […]
Kidney cancer: 7 lifestyle mistakes that are damaging your kidneys, putting you at risk of cancer
Dr. Nishith Modi – Consultant, Surgical oncology, HCG Cancer Hospital, Vadodara. Maintaining the health of your kidneys is crucial for overall well-being. These essential organs are crucial for filtering waste, maintaining fluid balance, and regulating blood pressure. Your lifestyle choices greatly influence kidney function and overall well-being. Certain habits and practices can undermine kidney health, […]
7 Critical Factors That Prove Vaping Is Not Safer Than Smoking
Dr. Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, Lead Consultant and Head of Department – Interventional Pulmonology and Lung Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Recently, there has been an increased use of vaporizers among youths. Vaping is incorrectly perceived by some as less dangerous, which can prove to be fatal. Here’s why: Harmful Chemicals Found in Vaping – The e-cigarette […]
How Jaw Clenching is Secretly Damaging Your Teeth
Dr. Sindhu U Muktamath, HOD – Dental Science, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Bruxism, or the habit of grinding one’s teeth, is more prevalent than most might appreciate. Most of the time this condition is caused due to excessive stress and anxiety that tires out one’s teeth, gets jaw aches, and causes headaches in the morning. […]
Back Pain and Large Breasts: What Experts Want You to Know
Dr. Ashok B C, HOD – Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic surgery & Chief of Medical Services, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Back pain is one of the problems caused by large breasts due to the excessive weight of the breast tissues that exert pressure on muscles and ligaments located in the back, neck and shoulders […]
Early Signs of Autism in Children
Dr. Ravi Kumar C P, Consultant – Paediatric Neurology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore A developmental disorder known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has an impact on a person’s perception and interactions with others. It is typified by difficulties with social interaction, narrow interests, and repeated actions. Even though each kid with ASD presents differently, early […]
Why do Smokers Face a Higher Risk of Arthritis?
Dr. Priyank Gupta, Senior Consultant Joint Replacement Surgeon, HCG Hospitals, Ahmedabad The health of our knee joints is crucial for maintaining mobility and overall quality of life, as these joints are central to most daily activities, from walking and climbing stairs to running and exercising. Proper knee function ensures stability, support, and flexibility, enabling us to […]