Dr. Narayana Subramaniam, Lead Consultant – Head and Neck Surgery & Oncology – Aster Whitefield Hospital Thyroid cancer usually arises quietly, in the gland shaped like a butterfly that is located at the base of your neck. A minor issue with your thyroid gland can have a huge impact on your energy levels, metabolism and […]
Aster Whitefield Hospital Uses Mixed Reality to Restore Mobility in Complex Spine Surgery
In a case that truly showcased the technological advancements achieved by Bangalore, India in the field of Neuroscience, Niyati (name changed), a 37-year-old young IT Professional from Bengaluru working at US decided to head home for a complex surgery at the junction on base of the skull and upper part of the spine. She was […]
7 Metabolic Red Flags in Your 30s That You Shouldn’t Ignore
Dr. Basavaraj S Kumbar, Consultant- Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Turning 30 often feels like crossing into a new chapter of adulthood. Careers stabilize, responsibilities multiply, and health sometimes takes a back seat. But the 30s are also when the body begins to show the first whispers of metabolic imbalance — changes that, if […]
7 Common Habits That Damage Your Hearing Without You Realizing
Dr. Jyotirmay S Hegde, HOD & Lead Consultant ENT, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Hearing is something most of us take for granted—until we start noticing changes. Unlike vision problems, which are often obvious, hearing loss creeps silently and can be permanent once it sets in. While genetics, age, and medical conditions certainly play a role, […]
Aster Whitefield Surgeons Rebuild Jaw After Rare Tumour Strikes Congolese Man for the Third Time
In a rare and complex case, a 50-year-old man from the Democratic Republic of Congo underwent life-changing jaw reconstruction surgery at Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru, for a recurrent mandibular ameloblastoma. Though non-cancerous, the tumour had returned for the third time, affecting his entire lower jaw and severely impacting his ability to eat, speak, and live […]
7 Myths About Fatty Liver You Should Stop Believing
Dr. Akhil Deshmukh, Consultant – Hepatology and Liver Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Fatty liver disease, which used to be rare, has become alarmingly prevalent, particularly in India, where sedentary living and diets high in carbohydrates are routine. However, even as awareness grows, there remain a few myths surrounding the condition that obscure facts. From […]
6 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Immunity Naturally
Dr. Sujatha Thyagarajan, Lead & HOD – Pediatric Intensive Care and Pediatric Emergency, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Children today are exposed to a wide range of infections through schools, playgrounds, or daycare environments. While occasional colds and infections are a part of growing up, frequent illnesses can affect a child’s physical and emotional well-being. Fortunately, a few […]
Asthma vs. COPD: 7 Key Differences You Should Know
Dr. Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, Lead Consultant and Head of Department – Interventional Pulmonology and Lung Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Breathing should be effortless. But for millions, conditions like asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) make every breath feel like a struggle. While both involve difficulty breathing and narrowed airways, asthma and COPD are not […]
Who Can’t Donate Blood – and Why? Medical Conditions That Make You Ineligible
Dr. Anoop P, Sr. Consultant – Haematology, Haemato-Oncology, Paediatric Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Donating blood is one of the simplest and most impactful ways to help save lives. Just one unit of blood can help multiple patients in need – whether it’s a victim of trauma, a child with severe […]
8 Daily Habits to Keep Arthritis at Bay
Dr. Yathish G C, Lead Consultant – Rheumatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru The elderly are no longer the only people who suffer from arthritis. Even younger adults are complaining of joint pain and stiffness due to sedentary lifestyles, poor eating habits, and rising stress levels. The good news is that with regular, healthy habits, arthritis, […]