Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Do you think that the number of allergies to beauty products is high? In case you have ever noticed a rash, itchiness, or redness after using some beauty product, you may be dealing with a cosmetic allergy. The following are the ways in which these […]
7 lakh women diagnosed with cancer each year in India
Cancer is less amenable to preventive measures in women compared to men India sees 7 lakh new women patients of cancer each year, with more than one fourth of all cases involving breast cancer (28.8%), followed by cancer of cervix (10.6%), ovary (6.2%), uterus (3.7%) and lung (3.7%). Cancer ranks among top three causes of premature […]
Sleepless and Still Standing: Ways to Push Through the Day
Dr. Suchismitha Rajamanya, Lead Consultant & HOD – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Not getting enough shut eye and powering through the day is just not medically recommended. It could be the late-night work, assignment submission, your new bundle of joy, a fun night out, just the heat wave or even those pesky mosquitoes […]
When does the line blur between innocent baby fat and concerning obesity?
Dr. Manjiri Somashekhar, Lead & Senior Consultant – Paediatric Surgery, Aster Women and Children Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru Babies are undeniably cute, with their cherubic faces, chubby cheeks, Michelin Man pudges, tiny rolls, squeezable and cuddly size but when does that sweet baby fat turn into a potential health concern? There is such a thing as obesity in […]
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 […]
Tips for Managing Teeth Sensitivity
Dr. Sindhu U Muktamath, Endodontics, Laser & Aesthetic Dental Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Teeth sensitivity is a common issue affecting approximately 1 in 8 individuals. This discomfort, akin to a brief shock in the teeth, is often triggered by exposure to hot, cold, sweet, or acidic substances. It becomes more prevalent with age, particularly […]
Spotting STDs Early: Understanding the Telltale Signs
Dr. Basavaraj S Kumbar, Consultant- Internal medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru If you’ve had unprotected sex, it’s important to remember that there’s more at stake than just pregnancy. Not using protection increases the chances of getting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), which can vary from common infections like chlamydia and gonorrhoea to more serious ones like […]
Living with Vertigo: Tips for a Balanced Life
Dr. Jyotirmay S Hegde, HOD & Lead Consultant ENT, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru You might have experienced vertigo when you look down from a tall height and suddenly feel dizzy, with a sensation like butterflies in your stomach. This is called vertigo and it is a fairly common issue that most people face. This happens […]
Child Cancer Experts Stress on Early Identification of Symptoms for Better Outcomes
Over 50,000 children are afflicted by cancer every year in India The incidence of child cancer in India is approximately 38-124 per million children with over 50,000 children being diagnosed with the dreaded disease each year. This incidence has been increasing over the last two-three decades. This was said by cancer experts of Sammprada Hospital, […]
Unlocking the Mystery of Laryngeal Cancer: From the Beginning to Recovery
By Dr. Shama Shetty, Consultant ENT and Head and Neck Oncology, SPARSH Hospital, Yelahanka, Bengaluru Getting to Know Your Voice’s Guardian Let’s talk about the larynx – our voice’s defender, tucked in our neck, making sure we can talk, breathe, and swallow easily. But what if the dark clouds of laryngeal carcinoma disturb this balance? […]