Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital Imagine your lungs are like balloons, helping you breathe in oxygen and release carbon dioxide. Now, imagine if these balloons became stiff and couldn’t expand properly. That’s what happens in a condition called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). What is Idiopathic Pulmonary […]
Doctors at Sakra Successfully Performed a Rare Liver Tumor Resection of size 10*8*7 cm on a 3-Day-Old Preterm Newborn
A newborn suffering from respiratory distress, secondary to the compression effect caused by a large liver tumor which was occupying 70% of the abdomen. A 33 week pregnant lady with foetal distress was admitted and delivered a preterm baby in a private hospital. But, the newborn started facing breathing difficulty, and was immediately referred to […]
India must tackle thalassemia with preventive screening and early bone marrow transplant: Cancer expert
The country needs a national thalassemia prevention program involving population screening, genetic counseling, and prenatal testing Ahead of the World Thalassemia Day, a leading blood cancer and haematology expert in Bengaluru has called for urgent, large-scale action to reduce the heavy burden of thalassemia in India, which is one of the countries with the highest […]
Constipation in Infants: 8 Key Things Every Parent Should Know
Dr. Srinivasa Murthy C L, Lead Paediatrics, Consultant – Paediatrics and Neonatology, Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru Watching your baby in discomfort can be heartbreaking—especially when the cause isn’t immediately clear. One of the most common issues infants face in their early months is constipation. While it’s usually not a serious medical condition, it […]
6 Ways to Differentiate IBS from Other Digestive Disorders
Dr. Ajay B R, Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru If you’re one of those people typing in “Why does my stomach hate me?” into a search bar, you are not the first. Digestive issues are fairly common, however not all of them are the same. In reality, not all of these conditions […]
Pain-Free at Last: The Eccentric Revolution Your Aching Body Is Looking For
Dr. Palak Dengla, Chief Physiotherapist, Aster RV Hospital Imagine the frustration of living with persistent pain despite trying countless remedies. Eccentric exercises—focusing on the controlled lowering phase when muscles lengthen under tension—could be your missing solution. In a bicep curl, lifting is concentric (muscle shortens), while lowering is eccentric (muscle lengthens while working). This overlooked […]
Types of Joint Pain and What They Might Mean
Dr. Kumardev Arvind Rajamanya, Head of Department (HOD) & Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Joint pain is usually something we always tend to ignore, flagging it off as part of growing old. For some, it’s a dull ache after a long day. For others, it’s a sharp jolt during a simple task. […]
Screen Time and Kids: Finding the Right Balance
Dr. Sindhu M.V, Consultant – Paediatrics & Paediatric Intensive Care, Aster RV Hospital In today’s digital era, screens are an integral part of our life. Post COVID, from learning to entertainment and social interactions, all of us are spending more time in front of screens than ever before. While technologies are beneficial, excessive screen time […]
5 Lifestyle Factors That Increases the Risk of Poor Bone Health
Dr. J V Srinivas, Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Aster RV Hospital Bones make up the structural support for the body, allowing one to move freely, protecting the vital organs from injuries, storing minerals like calcium. Maintaining good bone health is crucial particularly as you age, as it minimizes the risk of osteoporosis […]
LISA Autism School Pioneers a New Model of Autism Care
On October 19, LISA International Autism School celebrated its sixth anniversary, marking a remarkable journey of transforming the lives of children with autism. Founded as a non-profit social initiative in 2018 under the name Leaders and Ladders International School of Autism, the institution has since evolved into a beacon of hope for many families. Today, […]