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Cystic Fibrosis – Symptoms and Treatment

Overview Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic condition marked by the production of thick mucus or excess salt in different organs or parts of the body. It hinders the functioning of

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All you need to know about E-coli infection

Overview Escherichia coli is a type of bacterium that is found in the intestines of human-beings and animals. When faeces containing E coli contaminates food, soil and water, and the

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The Goodness of Coconut

Table of Content Introduction Who should not eat coconut? Coconut water on an empty stomach? Cancer Vs Coconut oil! Frequently Asked Questions Introduction It is perfectly fine to use coconut

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உயிர்களை காக்கும் உன்னத தானங்கள்!

மனிதன் செய்யும் மாபெரும் தானங்களில் முதன்மையானவை ரத்த தானம், உடல் உறுப்பு தானம் (கண் தானம் உள்பட). உடல் தானம் ஆகியவையே. மற்ற அனைத்து தானங்களும் பொருளாலோ. உழைப்பாலோ அளிக்கப்படுபவை. இந்த மூன்று தானங்களும் உயிரைச் சுமக்கும் உடலிலிருந்து அளிக்கப்படுபவை. அதன்

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What is a Bronchoalveolar Lavage and why is it done?

Overview Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses an instrument called bronchoscope to fill a portion of lungs with saline, after which, the saline water is sucked back.

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What is Endobronchial Ultrasound Scan and biopsy?

Overview Endobronchial Ultrasound Scan (EBUS) is a procedure that combines the benefits of bronchoscopy and ultrasound scan. It is an effective procedure to diagnose certain lung conditions. When the same

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Spinal Fractures from Osteoporosis – Diagnosis and Treatment

In an earlier article, we have explored treatment options for Osteoporosis in general. As mentioned there, Osteoporosis can cause fractures of the spine, wrist and hip. In this article, we

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Causes of Heel pain and treatment – Plantar Fasciitis

The human foot is a delicately architected part of the body. It is made up of 26 bones, with the calcaneus or heel-bone being the largest, 33 joints, over 100

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5 Signs your Back Pain might be an Emergency

Back pain is a common outcome of fatigue and several activities that we undertake on a daily basis. Standing or sitting for long periods of time, having to bend over

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Weight-bearing Exercises – 6 Effective Workouts for Strengthening Bones

Exercise has all-round health benefits and we have covered this in earlier articles. One of these benefits is that bones get strengthened with exercise. With age, bones start thinning out

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