Introduction Having discussed the ‘Good’ ,’Bad’, and ‘Ugly’ cholesterol in my last article, today we will learn the ways for cholesterol level management for a hale and hearty life. An increase in cholesterol levels, especially the ‘bad’ and ‘ugly’ ones, above normal level induces deposition of fats in the arteries of our circulatory system by… Continue reading How to Manage Your Cholesterol Levels and have a Healthy Heart
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.
Chikungunya: 7 Crucial Symptoms and Signs you should look out for and how to prevent or treat it
INTRODUCTION Chikungunya is an arbovirus that causes acute febrile illness with fever, joint pain and swelling, muscle pain, nausea, and rash. The disease is endemic in areas with high mosquito density and low vector resistance to environmental factors such as temperature. The prevalence of the disease is increasing worldwide due to a variety of factors… Continue reading Chikungunya: 7 Crucial Symptoms and Signs you should look out for and how to prevent or treat it
6 Types Of Hepatitis-How to Treat or Prevent Them and Live a Healthy Life
Hepatitis-Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Introduction Hello everyone, On Saturday 9th July 2022, one patient visited my clinic with complaints of nausea, pain in abdomen, mild fever and loss of appetite. On clinical examination, abdominal palpitation revealed a slightly swollen liver. This prompted me to ask him ” How is your urine color?” The reply… Continue reading 6 Types Of Hepatitis-How to Treat or Prevent Them and Live a Healthy Life
Typhoid Fever-How to Diagnose, Treat and Prevent It
How to diagnose, treat and prevent Typhoid Fever Introduction- Typhoid Fever is a disease caused by a bacteria called Salmonella typhi and Para typhi, through the fecal-oral route. Why I am writing this article on Typhoid fever? As monsoon has commenced in almost all parts of India, so has different diseases and illnesses that occur… Continue reading Typhoid Fever-How to Diagnose, Treat and Prevent It
Diet in Rheumatoid Arthritis [RA]: 6 Facts To help you live A Healthy, Pain-free and Better life
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation in the joints. There are some diseases of the gut caused by eating certain foods that trigger an immune response. These foods can also trigger immune response in RA. As a result of this inflammation, pain and limitation of movement occur.