Anemia in chronic conditions
Verified by Dr. Punit Jain, Lead Consultant Hematology, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to all parts of the body, so when there is a shortage of red blood cells, the body’s tissues and organs
Signs and symptoms of aortic valve calcification
Verified by Dr. Rahul Gupta, Senior Consultant Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Aortic valve calcification, also known as aortic valve disease, is a condition that affects the aortic valve, the valve that controls the flow of blood from the heart to the rest of the body. When the aortic valve becomes calcified, it becomes stiff
Stages of knee arthritis
Verified by Dr. Siddhart Yadav, Consultant Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Knee arthritis is a degenerative condition that affects the joints of the knee. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including aging, injury, and overuse. Over time, the cartilage that cushions the bones of the knee can wear
Painless treatment for varicose veins at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai
What are veins ? Veins are a type of blood vessel that transports deoxygenated blood from your organs back to your heart. They form part of your circulatory system, cardiovascular system or venous system. The Difference Between Normal Veins Vs. Varicose Veins Normal circulatory system The cardiovascular system is an intricate network of vessels that
All you need to know about pneumonia
Verified by Dr. Jayalakshmi TK, Consultant Pulmonology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It can cause inflammation of the alveoli, which are the tiny air sacs in the lungs. This inflammation can make it difficult for the lungs to absorb oxygen and release carbon
Optical Coherence Tomography: A Valuable Tool in Ophthalmology
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses light waves to create high-resolution cross-sectional images of the back of the eye, also known as the retina. It is a quick and painless procedure that can be used to diagnose and monitor a variety of eye conditions, including: How does OCT work? How
Fastest & most precise breast cancer diagnosis for early detection and timely treatment
Verified by Dr. Nita S. Nair – Lead Consultant Breast Surgery, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai & Dr. Tejinder Singh – Senior Consultant Medical Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, with over 2 million new cases diagnosed each year. In India, a woman is diagnosed
Advanced rehabilitation in cancer care
Verified by Dr. Anil D’Cruz – Sr. Consultant & Director Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres &Dr. Nitin Menon – Lead Consultant Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Advanced rehabilitation in cancer care refers to a comprehensive approach to helping cancer patients and survivors recover from the effects of cancer and its treatment. It encompasses
Anemia in pregnancy: Causes, symptoms, and treatment
Verified by Dr. Vandana Gawdi, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Anemia is a condition in which the blood does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the body’s tissues, so anemia can cause fatigue, weakness, and other health problems. Anemia is common in pregnancy, affecting up
What are some complications arising from hypertension?
Verified by Dr. Bharat Agarwal, Sr. Consultant General Medicine, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition in which the force of blood against the artery walls is too high. Serious complications of hypertension In addition to these specific complications, hypertension can also increase the risk of death from