Dr. Jignesh Patel, Sr. Consultant Gastroenterologist at HCG Hospitals, Ahmedabad Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver cells. This buildup of fat can lead to liver inflammation and damage over time if left untreated. Understanding the causes, complications, and necessary lifestyle changes […]
Prevention and Early Diagnosis Essential to Reduce India’s Burden of Liver Cancer
Vaccination against Hepatitis B, along with aggressive treatment of Hepatitis C, diabetes and obesity, can prevent majority of liver cancers in India. These measures, along with early detection, can drastically improve mortality and morbidity associated with the disease. This was said by Dr. Radheshyam Naik, Consultant Medical Oncologist, Hematologist & Bone Marrow Transplant Physician with […]
Beyond the Tremor: A Deep Dive into Parkinson’s Disease
Dr. Sreekanta Swamy, Lead Senior Consultant – Neurology, Aster RV Hospital One of the most prevalent neurodegenerative diseases worldwide is still referred to as ‘Parkinson’s disease’. The condition is named after James Parkinson who, in 1817, described the shaking palsy (paralysis agitans). According to a 2019 burden of disease study, India has an estimated 7,71,000 […]
Decoding Gynecologic Cancers: Types, Risk Factors, and Early Detection
Dr. Bhaskar Singh, Consultant – Surgical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Nagpur Gynecologic cancers encompass a group of malignancies that affect a woman’s reproductive organs, including the cervix, ovaries, uterus, vagina, and vulva. These cancers, although diverse in their origins, share common threads of concern, such as their potential to silently advance and the importance of early detection. […]
Navigating Ovarian Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Dr. Moumita Bag, Consultant Gynaecologic Oncologist, HCG Cancer Centre, Nagpur ‘Cancer’ is a term that induces panic, anxiety, and ambiguity, affecting numerous people globally. This article aims to shed light on an important malignancy specific to females, that is Ovarian cancer. Women encounter a challenging terrain of cancer risks, with ovarian cancer posing a significant […]
Advancements, Technology, cures and Treatment: Awareness is the Key to fight Glaucoma
Dr. Reetha BT, Consultant – Ophthalmology, Aster RV Hospital Its Glaucoma Awareness Week and this year’s World Glaucoma Week is being celebrated under the theme of ‘Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World’. A lot of work is constantly being done and is constantly evolving as our understanding of glaucoma improves. Researchers and experts have been working towards […]
Symptoms of Lymphedema: More Than Just Swelling
Dr. Ashok BC, HOD – Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic surgery & Chief of Medical Services, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru The pain begins to get worse the longer you sit or stand, if you have been saying this too often, chances are you might be suffering from lymphedema. Lymphedema is swelling due to accumulation […]
5 Rarest Types of Cancers – Symptoms and Treatments
By Dr N Ramana Reddy, Consultant – Surgical Oncology – HCG MNR Curie Cancer Centre, Ongole While cancer affects millions globally, certain types remain shrouded in obscurity due to their rarity. These rare cancers pose unique challenges, making them intriguing yet intricate to handle. Let’s dive into the nuances of these rare cancers, unraveling the […]
Childhood Cancer: Types, Causes, and Key Risk Factors Demystified
Dr. Shantling Nigudgi – Sr. Consultant Radiation Oncologist HCG Cancer Centre Kalaburagi Behind the clinical descriptions and medical jargon of childhood cancer lies a tapestry of human experiences. Childhood cancer, also known as pediatric cancer, is relatively rare when compared with adult cancers yet remains a serious concern worldwide. Thousands of children are diagnosed with various […]
Exploring the Link Between Genetics and Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know!!
By Dr. Ankit Shah, Consultant – Surgical Oncology- HCG Cancer Centre, Vadodara Breast cancer, a significant global health disease affecting millions of people, presents a complex enigma. Understanding the link between genetics and this disease is key to unlocking new approaches for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Forget the simplistic notion of a single “breast cancer […]