The ‘root canal’ is a means of access between the pulp and roots of a tooth. A number of blood vessels, connective tissues, and nerves are located in this area. Root Canal Treatment (RCT) is a dental procedure performed by the dentist that involves the removal of inflamed or infected tooth pulp from the inside…
Do you fear hearing the words ‘In-Vitro Fertilization’ (IVF)? If yes, stop fearing. IVF is one of the most common processes used everywhere to assist people in fulfilling their dream of becoming parents, which might otherwise not have been possible. The process of IVF involves fertilizing the egg with the sperm in an incubator outside…
What is vaginal tightening? As a woman’s vaginal tissues and muscles stretch from childbirth, ageing, or menopause, her vagina can become slack or lose its elasticity. Any techniques or methods employed in an effort to repair or retain the tightness of the vagina are called vaginal tightening. It is also called vaginal rejuvenation. However, not…
Typhoid fever is a bacterial disease caused by the consumption of Salmonella typhi bacteria through contaminated food items and drinks. It is generally passed from an infected person to a healthy person through any sort of physical contact and is often accompanied by diarrhoea and vomiting. Globally, 21.5 million people contract typhoid every year. Typhoid…
The spinal cord is the most crucial and delicate part of our nervous system. It consists of a cluster of sensory nerves, which are responsible for sending messages from the brain to other parts of the body and vice versa, and hence play an important role in the movement and autonomic and sensory functions of…
What are skin disorders? The skin is the largest organ of the body and covers the entire body. It is a sensory organ that regulates body temperature, stores water and fats, prevents dehydration, keeps harmful bacteria away, and produces vitamin D when exposed to the sun. Skin disorders are conditions that affect the skin. They…
Spicy foods haven’t exactly enjoyed the reputation of being ‘healthy’ foods. People generally have the impression that these can lead to digestive problems and thereby have a large impact on the health of the gastrointestinal tract due to ulcers, vomiting, and diarrhoea. They believe so since stomach pain and cramping often arise after consuming a…
The medicinal branch concerned with the use of radiant energy (such as X-rays) or radioactive material in the diagnosis and treatment of disease is called radiology. It is also known as diagnostic imaging. A wide range of problems can be identified by Diagnostic Radiology (imaging), such as broken bones, heart conditions, blood clots, and gastrointestinal…
Technology has revolutionized the medical field with various innovative techniques and methods, ensuring smooth and effective treatments for patients. Advancements in technology and the development of robotics mark a shift from traditional open surgeries to advanced minimally invasive procedures. Robotic technology allows surgeons to provide more precise and efficient outcomes for their patients than the…
Piles (haemorrhoids) are swellings that develop inside and around the back passage (anal canal). There is a network of small veins (blood vessels) within the lining of the anal canal. These veins sometimes become wider and engorged with more blood than usual. The engorged veins and the overlying tissue may then form one or more…
