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Thyroid Gland-What is it and Why is it Important?

The thyroid gland is another very important gland in our body after the pancreas. It is also known as the powerhouse that drives our daily bodily function by providing or fueling energy to our tissues and organs. Of late a lot of people are visiting my clinic with signs and symptoms of dysfunction of the… Continue reading Thyroid Gland-What is it and Why is it Important?

5 Signs and Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism-how to diagnose and manage it

Introduction Image source-FreePik What is hyperthyroidism? What are the symptoms and side effects of hyperthyroidism? If you have been diagnosed with this condition, what can you do to manage it effectively? Is there a way to prevent or recover from hyperthyroidism naturally? Keep reading for answers to these questions and more. Let’s face it—knowing about… Continue reading 5 Signs and Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism-how to diagnose and manage it

Hypothyroidism- Signs, Symptoms, Complications-Learn How to Treat it

Image Source: FreePik Sheela Nayak came to my clinic with complaints of extreme tiredness, breathlessness, swelling of legs and feet, dryness and itching of skin and extreme hair loss. What was this due to? I then advised her to do a few blood tests. One of them was Thyroid profile [T3, T4, TSH]. These were… Continue reading Hypothyroidism- Signs, Symptoms, Complications-Learn How to Treat it

Are you aware of Hashimoto’s Disease? Know how to treat it if you have it

What is Hashimoto’s disease? Do you prefer listening to the article? Then please click the audio below- Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the body mistakenly makes antibodies that attack its own thyroid gland as if it were a foreign invader. This can lead to gradual enlargement of the thyroid gland, known as… Continue reading Are you aware of Hashimoto’s Disease? Know how to treat it if you have it

Gliptins- new drugs to help you control your blood sugar and live a better life

Gliptins- what are they and how do they help in diabetes Listen to this article while you scroll down- The history of diabetes treatment dates back to the 2nd century, when it was discovered by a Greek scientist- Aristaeus of Cappadocia. Since then, the treatment has evolved manifolds, with discovery of insulin in 1923 by… Continue reading Gliptins- new drugs to help you control your blood sugar and live a better life

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