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 […]
Endometrial Cancer in India: An Emerging Health Challenge
Dr. Roopesh N, Lead Consultant – Gynecologic Onco-Surgeon, Lap / Robotic Surgeon and Peritoneal Oncology Specialist at SPARSH Hospital, Bengaluru Every year June is observed as Uterine Cancer Awareness Month. Endometrial cancer (EC) also commonly referred to as uterine cancer, originates from the inner lining of the uterus (endometrium). EC stands fourth in terms of […]
Tips for Expecting Mothers: Navigating Pregnancy While Working
Dr. Anitha N, Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Gynaec Laparoscopic Surgery & Fertility Specialist, SPARSH Hospital, Bengaluru Motherhood is a time that is filled with joy as well as anxiety. Each pregnancy is unique for expecting mothers and also for their families. While many pregnancies are simple and lack complications, the pregnancy period in itself is […]
Sarcomas, cancer of connective tissue, grow silently without symptoms, pose challenge in early diagnosis
Sarcoma, a rare and complex form of cancer that arises from connective tissues such as bone, muscle and fat, poses significant challenges in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. This type of cancer is very rare and represents only 1% of adult cancers. Sarcoma is of many different types and can grow silently without causing any symptoms. […]
Beyond H2O: Unveiling the Truth About Water Fasting’s Impact on Your Health
Ms. Soumita Biswas, Chief Nutritionist, Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru Water fasting involves consuming only water for a set period, usually between 24 and 72 hours. While some attempt longer durations, it’s advisable to do so only under medical supervision. During a water fast, all other food and beverages are off-limits. Proponents believe it offers various […]
8 Tips for a Healthy and Happy Pregnancy
Dr. Kavitha Kovi, Head of Department – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Women and Children Hospital, Bengaluru Many women feel like they are on a roller-coaster ride during pregnancy, which starts from the moment they find out that they are pregnant until they hold their babies in their arms as well as even after giving birth. […]
Understanding and Preventing Chafing: Tips for a Pain-Free Workout
Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu Consultant Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician, Aster RV hospitals JP Nagar, Bengaluru Chafing is a common skin irritation caused by repeated rubbing. It happens when your skin rubs against itself, your clothes, or other materials. This friction can occur during exercise, hot weather, or when wearing ill-fitting clothes. Symptoms include redness, burning, […]
10 Tips for Managing Bedwetting Behavior in Children: A Pediatrician’s Guide
Dr. Manjiri Somashekhar, Lead & Senior Consultant – Paediatric Surgery, Aster Women and Children Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru It’s disconcerting- night after night, day in and day out; your child wets the bed (and it’s not what you expect). Other than the practicalities of changing all those sheets and cleaning up, losing the delicacy of a […]