Dr. Shivani Chandan L, Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster RV Hospital Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common yet often under-discussed condition affecting millions of women worldwide. As a gynaecologist, I frequently encounter patients who are hesitant to address their urinary issues, despite the significant impact on their quality of life. It is essential to […]
What causes Peripheral Vascular Disease in Diabetics?
Dr. Krishna Chaitanya, Lead Consultant – Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Aster RV Hospital Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) is a common complication for those with diabetes, significantly impacting blood flow and increasing the risk of severe complications like infections, ulcers, and in some cases, amputation. This blog will explore the connection between diabetes and PVD, shedding […]
Understanding Epilepsy: A Common Neurological Condition
Dr. Sowmya. M, Senior Consultant – Neurology, Aster RV Hospital When you hear the word epilepsy, what comes to mind? For many, it’s a vague image of someone having a seizure – but there’s much more to it. According to WHO around 50 million people in the whole world suffer from epilepsy which is one […]
Brain Stroke – When the Brain suffers an Attack
Dr. Sreekanta Swamy, Lead Senior Consultant – Neurology, Aster RV Hospital Stroke, (paralysis) or a brain attack is a disabling brain disorder that affects more than 20 million people across the world and causes nearly 5 million deaths per year. Stroke is caused when there is a block in the blood flow within the blood […]
When Your Body Tries to Fix Itself: The Curious Case of Paget’s Disease
Dr. Yathish G C, Lead Consultant – Rheumatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Imagine that your body is a construction site. Every day, millions of cells are busy reconstructing and regenerating bones. They break down the old worn-out bone tissues and replace it with new stronger material. It’s a very smooth process that helps to keep […]
Understanding Lichen Planus – Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention, Rarity & Seasonality
Dr. Sunil Kumar Prabhu, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster RV Hospital Lichen Planus is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that can impact the mouth, nails, and genitalia, is called Although the precise reason is unknown, potential causes include immunological or allergic reactions, exposure to specific medications, dyes, and other chemicals, as well as illnesses like Hepatitis […]
The Role of Early Treatment in Ending Leprosy: 5 Key Benefits
Dr. Suchismitha Rajamanya, Lead Consultant & HOD – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Leprosy is a disease that has often been shrouded in stigma and misconception. But contrary to popular belief, it is quite manageable especially with the advent of multidrug therapy (MDT) which helps to effectively treat as well as curtail leprosy spread. […]
Cancer Cases Have Doubled in India in Three Decades
Cancers associated with tobacco use, including lung, oral, and throat cancers, account for 40% of all cancer cases in the country The incidence of cancer has been steadily increasing in India over the last few decades, with the number of cancer patients projected to rise to 1.57 million in 2025, double of what it was […]
Protect Your Vision: Don’t Let Glaucoma Steal Your Sight
Dr. Pradeep Balam, Consultant – Glaucoma, Sankara Eye Hospital, Hyderabad Glaucoma is often at a more advanced stage by the time these symptoms appear, underscoring the “silent nature” of the disease and the importance of eye care. Most people first come in to get checked for glaucoma when they begin to notice subtle changes in […]
What we need to know about HMPV
By, Dr Sangeeta V Budur, Consultant – Paediatrics & Paediatric Intensive care, Aster RV Hospital HMPV virus is not a novel virus – It was first isolated in 2001 by Van den Hoogen and her colleagues in Netherlands in the nasopharyngeal secretions of children with respiratory tract infections. The virus was named human metapneumovirus because […]