What is Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis [ANUG] Have you ever noticed anyone having swollen gums with bleeding points and foul-smelling breath? Well, this can be what we call Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis, a condition in which the gums swell and decay or rot. Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG) is a rare, but serious form of… Continue reading Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis- 8 Signs, symptoms for you to know and take action
Author: Dr.K.P.V.Rao
Dr.K.P.V.Rao is a General Medical Practitioner. He graduated as an MBBS from Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College, Solapur, Kolhapur University, India in May 1983. He was a resident doctor in Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery at B Y L Nair Hospital, Mumbai in 1983-84. At present, he is practicing medicine at Vashi, Navi Mumbai, India. He has 36 years of experience in General Medical Practice and writes medical blogs.
HOW TO PREVENT OR TREAT DIABETIC FOOT DISEASE-Part 1
DIABETIC FOOT DISEASE What is diabetic foot disease? Diabetic foot disease is a complication of poorly controlled diabetes. The picture below shows various presentations of how the changes take place in the foot due to poorly controlled blood sugar in diabetes. Introduction On 11th August 2020, I published an article on complications of diabetes. You… Continue reading HOW TO PREVENT OR TREAT DIABETIC FOOT DISEASE-Part 1
5 Types of Drugs for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis: What You Need to Know
The Best Drugs Used in the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Comprehensive Guide Drugs or medicines are the mainstay of any treatment in Rheumatoid Arthritis. They help relieve pain, reduce joint stiffness and help a patient to get ample rest while they work on the affected joints. By now you are very much aware that… Continue reading 5 Types of Drugs for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis: What You Need to Know
9 Yoga poses to Ease the Pain of Arthritis, Other Daily Discomforts and live a better life
Can yoga really help you get rid of pain and stiffness in Rheumatoid arthritis? A few days back, one of my patients suffering from chronic pain in hands and legs- a case of arthritis- asked me ” Doctor, I find it difficult to move my legs and arms. Can Yoga help me in any way?”… Continue reading 9 Yoga poses to Ease the Pain of Arthritis, Other Daily Discomforts and live a better life
8 Simple Exercises to Relieve Joint Pain and Build Mobility in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Introduction- Having a limited range of motion can make it difficult to do even simple tasks like reaching your hand up high or bending your knees. However, keeping your joints as mobile as possible is important for preventing stiffness and pain. Arthritis—specifically rheumatoid arthritis—can often limit the range of motion in different joints. If you… Continue reading 8 Simple Exercises to Relieve Joint Pain and Build Mobility in Rheumatoid Arthritis