The uncontrollable growth of the abnormal cells in the brain is called brain tumour. Some brain tumours can be cancerous (malignant) while others are non-cancerous (benign). Brain tumours can be life threatening, whether benign or malignant, if they grow inside the skull by creating a pressure on the brain and thereby cause damage to the…
Kidney & its functions The kidneys are a pair of bean-shaped organs, each about the size of a fist, located on either side of the spine, just below the rib cage at the upper and back side of the abdomen. Extremely vital for our life, the kidneys perform numerous vital functions in the body to…
What is a sore throat? Sore throat is a medical condition marked by pain, dryness or scratchy feeling in the throat that is typically caused by an inflammation due to cold or any other viral infection. Viruses are responsible for 85%-95% of the throat infections in both adults and young children. There may be other…
A stroke, also known as a brain attack, occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted due to the blockage or rapture in arteries or blood vessels which prevent the brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients, leading to brain cell death in a matter of minutes. Without prompt treatment or early action,…
An anal fistula is a small tunnel that connects an infected gland in the rectal canal to the opening around the anus. The anus is the outer opening through which faeces are ejected from the body as excreta once the food gets digested. There are many glands inside the anus which are responsible for producing…
Lower Back Pain: Lower back or the lumbar spine is a complex structure consisting of interconnecting vertebrae, joints, nerves, ligaments and muscles which work together to provide support and strength to the spinal column as well as mobility and flexibility for every day body movement and motion. The complexity involved makes this area more susceptible…
What is a mammogram (Mammography)? A mammogram is an X-ray assessment of the breasts. It is used to diagnose and analyze breast cancer in women who already have breast-related issues such as a bump, pain in the breasts or areola release as well as for regular check-up among those women who have no breast grievances….
Thyroid Cancer – Cancer that develops in the cells of the thyroid is known as thyroid cancer. Thyroid is a gland that is located at the base of the neck below Adam’s apple and resembles a butterfly. It releases hormones that help in regulating heart rate, body temperature, weight and blood pressure. Thyroid cancer may…
High Blood Pressure or Hypertension- Blood pressure is the measurement of the force or pressure of the blood against the artery walls. High blood pressure (HBP) or hypertension is when your blood pressure or the pressure of blood against your blood vessels or artery walls is consistently very high that can cause severe health conditions…
The liver is the largest organ of the human body. It can be found under the lower rib cage on the right side of the stomach. It is a vital organ that performs numerous essential tasks related to metabolism, energy storage and detoxification of wastes. To be more precise, the liver helps maintain a healthy…
