Pulled Elbow: What It Is & How It Is Treated
Pulled elbow’ is a condition that is commonly seen in children between 1 to 4 years. As a child’s limbs are still developing, a slightly forceful pull or jerk can easily dislocate the child’s elbow.
Hypertension in Hindi: समय से निदान में न करें देर
जब 38 वर्ष के इमरान अली के पहली बार अचानक नाक से खून बहाने लगा तो उन्होंने उसको मामुली बात समझ कर नज़रअंदाज़ किया। लेकिन फिर कुछ दिनों बाद उन्हें सर में भारिपन महसूस होने लगा, उनके नाक से खून निकला और उनको ढुंढला सा दिखने लगा । ऐसे स्तिथि में वह दक्षिण दिल्ली के सीताराम भारतिया इंस्टीटूट ऑफ़ साइंस एंड रिसर्च के अपातकालीन में पहुँचे।
Skin Prick Test | What, Why & How It Is Done
Dr. Ritika Chhawchharia, MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), DNB (Pediatrics), pHERMES, shares information about skin prick allergy tests, what they are and why they may be required in children.
What is a Skin Prick Test for Allergies?
Skin prick test for allergies is used to identify the allergen responsible for triggering symptoms like skin rash,
Post COVID Illness in Children: MIS-C
As the second wave of COVID-19 began to peter out in India, post COVID-19 effects began to roll in, with Mucormycosis/black fungus and now MIS-C.
Post COVID Symptoms | FAQs
According to a study by the Stanford School of Medicine, more than 70% of COVID-19 patients experienced a wide variety of symptoms months after they were sick.
We asked Dr. Mayank Uppal, Consultant, Internal Medicine to throw some light on these post COVID symptoms.
Frequent Urine Problems in Females: Why & What You Can Do
Frequent urine problems in females are common across all age groups. It could be brought upon by your lifestyle or by an ailment.
Antenatal Hydronephrosis: Causes & Treatments
Nina Uppal was informed during an anomaly scan at 20 weeks that she has antenatal hydronephrosis, a condition in which the fetus’ kidneys swell up because of fluid retained within them.
Anxious about her baby’s well-being, she asked her doctor about the condition.
What is antenatal hydronephrosis?
Antenatal or fetal hydronephrosis is a common condition that occurs in 1-5% of pregnancies.
Allergic Rhinitis in Children: Triggers and Treatment
Amyra Patel, 3 years old, had multiple bouts of sneezing and a runny nose every morning since she started playschool three months ago. She often had a blocked nose and her mother found her snoring 3-4 nights in a week. Amyra’s teacher also noted that the child appeared drowsy in class and uninterested in activities that she would otherwise enjoy.
Genital Tuberculosis: What It Means For You
Genital tuberculosis caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria in women is rampant across the country.
According to an ICMR study, the prevalence of female genital tuberculosis (FGTB) increased from 19% in 2011 to 30% in 2015.
“Most of the time, the bacteria remains latent in the body and flares up only when the immunity is low,” says Dr.
Litchi During Pregnancy: To Eat or Not To Eat
Litchis or Lychees are a much loved fruit, known for their soft fleshy texture and juicy flavour. Native to Southeast Asia and a rich source of antioxidants and minerals including vitamin B and C, the fruit is enjoyed by people, young and old alike.
