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Creating Awareness Of Viral Hepatitis In The Community
Viral hepatitis is the most common cause of jaundice in our community. The disease manifests with yellowish discoloration of the eye and sclera which is called jaundice. Viral hepatitis is a viral disease caused by the following viruses, hepatitis A, B, C, D and E. Of these viruses, hepatitis E infection is the most cause of jaundice in our community followed by hepatitis A. Hepatitis B & C usually occurs amongst the high risk individuals like nurses, doctors, paramedical staff, patient receiving multip
Dr. P. Kar In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Jul 12 , 2019 | 2 min read
Flatulence
Symptoms commonly attributed to “too much gas” such as bloating, distension and abdominal discomfort, are the most commonly encountered gastrointestinal complaints especially in the OPDs. What is said as excessive gas is merely an enhanced sensitivity of the gastrointestinal tract to the normally produced gases during the process of the food digestion by the bacteria in the intestine. Almost half of the Indian population faces this problem of the flatulence at one or the other time in the lifetime. As
Dr. (Col) V K Gupta In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Mar 03 , 2020 | 3 min read
Achalasia Cardia: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, & Treatment
Achalasia cardia, often referred to as achalasia, affects the esophagus (the tube that carries swallowed food from the throat down into the stomach). A ring of muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter encircles the lower esophagus just above the stomach. This sphincter muscle when contracts, closes the esophagus. When the sphincter is closed, the contents of the stomach cannot flow back into the esophagus. Backward flow of stomach contents (reflux) can irritate and inflame the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn.
Dr. Vikas Singla In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Apr 27 , 2021 | 2 min read
Digestive Disorders Caused by Acute Pancreatitis
Pancreas is a gland, located behind the stomach in the upper abdomen and secretes digestive enzymes and hormones (including insulin-which regulates blood sugars).
Dr. Vikas Singla In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Jul 26 , 2021 | 2 min read
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Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h
Dr. Manoj Ranka In Internal Medicine
Feb 22 , 2018 | 2 min read
To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.
Dr. Neera Aggarwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics
Nov 07 , 2020 | 2 min read
Having weight issues may sound similar to having obesity. However, that is only one end of the scale, so to speak. Being extremely thin is also a weight issue, to which we do give enough importance.
Max Team In Nutrition And Dietetics
Nov 08 , 2020 | 2 min read
Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a syndrome that has taken modern world by storm. Polycystic ovarian disease or syndrome is a very common disease heard in today's younger generation. It is a must that young girls understand this disease at an early stage as well as its causes and future implications. It is a hormonal disorder with: Imbalance of the two female hormones estrogen and progesterone with estrogen taking the upper hand – menstrual irregularities, infer
Dr. Kamna Nagpal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Jun 30 , 2016 | 2 min read
Hepatitis
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. It can be either acute (short duration) or chronic (>6months). Hepatitis viruses are the most common cause of hepatitis in the world but other etiologies include, toxic substances (alcohol, certain drugs), and autoimmune diseases can also cause hepatitis. Viral hepatitis can be asymptomatic or self-limiting, but sometimes progress to fibrosis (scarring), cirrhosis or even liver cancer.
Dr. Vikas Singla In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Jul 28 , 2021 | 2 min read
Gastric Problem: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Gas is a part of your normal digestion, and getting rid of excess gas by burping or flatus is also normal. But you may feel pain when gas gets trapped or does not move well in your digestive system and causes distension of bowel which is poorly tolerated in some individuals.
Dr. (Col.) Manjit Singh Paul In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Jan 24 , 2022 | 2 min read
Drug Induced Liver Injury (DILI)- An important cause of Liver Abnormality in India
Drug induced liver injury or DILI, as the name suggests, is an adverse reaction of any medication or substance which causes liver damage, which may be acute or chronic.
Dr. Sanjiv Saigal In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences
Mar 28 , 2022 | 4 min read
Leaky Gut Syndrome: Diet, Causes, Test, Symptoms, Treatment
In present times, most of us strive towards improving our gut health because it impacts our overall health quality. But in the process of improving gut health, one can suffer from certain medical conditions such as leaky gut syndrome. Conditions like leaky gut syndrome, also known as intestinal permeability, have a negative impact on the gut health of the respective individual.
Dr. Vikas Singla In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Mar 29 , 2022 | 3 min read
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