Contact lenses should be completely avoided if our eyes are feeling dry, itchy, red and irritated, says Dr Neeraj Sanduja, ophthalmologist, and eye surgeon
There are several myths surrounding organ donation that can create misunderstandings. Here are seven common myths about organ donation, which need to be debunked and their corresponding facts.
The study was performed in 303 never-infected individuals (aged 24-55), of whom 147 received the second Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine dose on the ipsilateral side and 156 on the contralateral side.
Every year, the World Organ Donation Day is celebrated on August 13 to sensitise people of the need to donate organs and save lives. The day is a wonderful chance for everyone to make a decision to donate their priceless organs.
This World Organ Donation Day, observed every year on August 13, experts tell us about all the factors that need to be considered for a successful match
A minute after standing, his legs began to redden and became increasingly blue over time, with the veins becoming more prominent, the study from the University of Leeds, UK, said
Dr Phani Madhuri, Senior Consultant, Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Apollo Cradle and Children's Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore, said there's no need to worry if you're losing more blood than normal in some cycles as there are some factors like polyps, endometrium ovary and hyperthyroidism that affect it.
According to Shuchin Bajaj, Founder Director, Ujala Cygnus Group of Hospitals, lifestyle changes can indeed have a significant impact on one's lifespan and overall health but the extent to which these lifestyle changes can increase lifespan may vary from person to person.
"Goji berries contain long-chain carbohydrates, which are also called polysaccharides. These compounds play a role in regulating blood sugar in the most effective manner and help treat type 2 diabetes," explained nutritionist Lovneet Batra
A post-infection link to heart damage isn’t that surprising, Verma noted. She pointed to rheumatic fever, an inflammatory reaction to untreated strep throat –- especially before antibiotics were common -- that scars the heart's valves.
Known as anhedonia, this symptom is present in up to 75% of adults and young people with depression. But despite how common this symptom is, it remains one of the most difficult symptoms to treat and manage
You might feel that very painful periods are the norm. However, really bad menstrual cramps are not normal. Severe period cramps can signal an underlying problem. So, we turned to an expert to understand everything you need to know about period cramps and how to manage them.
Vision improvement relies on proper eye care, nutrition, and professional guidance from experts, said Dr Narahari Yamjala, senior cataract and refractive surgeon, Maxivison Eye Superspeciality Hospitals, Hyderabad
Dr Somnath Gupta, consultant physician and diabetologist, Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, said water toxicity or water intoxication occurs when you take excess amounts of water, which can lead to electrolyte imbalance mainly sodium in your body
Factors such as exercise, sleep, social interactions, and stress management synergise to create a holistic foundation for optimal brain function, said Dr Parth Lalcheta, consultant neuro and spine surgeon, HCG Hospital, Rajkot
Dr D P Singh, Consultant Internal Medicine, Regency Superspeciality Hospital, said, when you consume lean proteins, your body expends energy to digest and absorb the nutrients, leading to a temporary increase in metabolism and calorie burning.
The researchers looked at self-reported liver cancer incidence and death due to chronic liver disease such as fibrosis, cirrhosis, or chronic hepatitis, which were further verified by medical and/or death records
Hazelnuts contain unsaturated fats, including oleic acid, which is beneficial for heart health. These fats help lower (bad) cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
If you're someone who does not understand whether you are over-eating or under-eating, it is highly likely that you fail to realise when you feel full. Even though not intentional, both over-eating and under-eating can have repercussions on your body.
