Dr. Anoop P, Sr. Consultant – Haematology, Haemato-Oncology, Paediatric Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Different types of blood cancers affect the function of blood cells and can disrupt the body’s ability to fight infections, regulate bleeding and maintain a healthy bone marrow. Chronic leukemia is a type of blood cancer that […]
5 Ways In Which Stress Can Affect The Heart
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Stress has become a part of daily life that cannot be avoided, whether it is caused by work, personal life, or finances. Short-term stress in most cases can be controlled and managed, but long-term stress tends to have negative effects on one’s health, especially […]
What we need to know about MPOX
Dr. Aravinda S N, Lead Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar, Bengaluru Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) is a rare viral disease caused by the mpox virus, which belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus, which includes the viruses that cause smallpox, cowpox, and camelpox. Mpox is primarily spread through close contact with an […]
Air Pollution Leading Cause of Lung Cancer in Non-smokers
Traffic exhaust, smoke due to coal and wood burning, and passive smoking are major risk factors after tobacco Intake of tobacco (both smoke and smokeless forms) accounts for 21% of total cancer deaths worldwide, including those from lung cancer. Non-smokers can still be at risk for lung cancer due to several factors, even though smoking is […]
The risks and hidden dangers of acne and all we need to know about Triangle of Death
Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu, Consultant, Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician, Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru Acne is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, and sometimes more severe forms like cysts. While acne is often considered […]
7 Ways to Improve Muscle Recovery Post-Workouts
Dr. Rajaram M, Chief Physiotherapist, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru It is crucial to effectively undergo muscle recovery after intense workouts to enhance performance, reduce the risk of injury, and ensure overall well-being. If people do not rest after exercising or excessive physical training, the chances of muscle tears increase along with hormonal imbalance and severe […]
7 Essential Steps to Take When Diagnosed with Dengue
Dr. S M Fayaz, Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Dengue is a viral disease which is spread by mosquito bites. Since the signs could range from fever, body ache, headache and fatigue to many serious complications, it is essential to know how to respond promptly and appropriately. Selecting the right options for […]
7 Critical Factors That Prove Vaping Is Not Safer Than Smoking
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 […]