Recurrent breast cancer: What you need to know
Verified by Dr. Nita S. Nair, Lead Consultant Breast Surgery, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. Breast cancer recurrence is when cancer comes back after successfully completing treatment. It can reappear locally, meaning in the same place as the original tumor, regionally, meaning in the nearby lymph nodes, or distant, meaning in other parts of the
All you need to know about thyroid cancer
Verified by Dr. Anil D’Cruz, Director of Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres & Head and Neck Cancer Specialist. Thyroid enlargement is common in general population and up to 10-12% of Indians are said to have goitre. Usually, the majority of them are benign (non-cancerous), however 5-10% could be malignant (cancerous). The incidence of thyroid cancer is increasing globally,
Role of statins in preventing heart disease
Statins are generally safe and well-tolerated, but they can cause side effects in some people. The most common side effects are mild and go away on their own. However, more serious side effects, such as muscle pain and liver damage, are rare. If you are considering taking statins, talk to your doctor about the risks
What are the types of robotic hernia surgery?
Verified by the best robotic surgeon in Mumbai, Dr. Shalin Dubey, Consultant Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Robotic hernia surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that offers a number of advantages over traditional open surgery, including: Robotic hernia surgery types include: Most common type of hernia, occurring in the groin. It is
Living with Alzheimer’s disease
Verified by Dr. Vishal Chafale, Consultant Interventional Neurology at the best neuro hospital-Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that gradually destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. On the occasion of World Alzheimer’s Day, with theme ‘Never too early never too late’, let’s
Lifestyle disorders in India: A growing concern
Verified by Dr. Vaishali Lokhande, Consultant Internal Medicine at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. India is a country with a rich cultural heritage and diverse population. However, in recent years, the country has also witnessed a rise in lifestyle disorders. These disorders are caused by a combination of factors, including unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity,
Minimally Invasive Brain Tumor Surgery: A less invasive approach to treating brain tumors
Verified by Dr. Sunil Kutty, Consultant Neurosurgery at the best neurosurgery hospital, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. What is minimally invasive brain tumor surgery? Minimally invasive brain tumor surgery, also known as keyhole surgery or neuroendoscopic surgery, is a surgical approach aimed at removing brain tumors with less disruption to surrounding healthy brain tissue compared to
Newer techniques for pain management
Verified by Dr. Sidharth Verma, Consultant Pain Management, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Pain is a complex and multifaceted experience that can have a significant impact on quality of life. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, illness, and disease. While there are many traditional pain management techniques available, such as medication
Breastfeeding from Womb to World
Verified by Dr Mansi Jani, Lactation consultant, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai. It is a widely known & accepted fact that breastfeeding is the best feeding method for our offspring. It is the ultimate & most important source of nutrition required for our newborns from birth till 2 years of age. Breast milk is a dynamic
Robotic knee replacement surgery
Verified byDr. Vikram Paode, Consultant Orthopedics & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, Dr. Sanjay Dhar, Consultant Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, Dr. Siddhart Yadav, Consultant Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai andDr. Prashant Agarwal, Consultant Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Rising incidence