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Musculoskeletal Oncology
Musculoskeletal Oncology Prevention Prevention of bone cancer – Currently, there is no known way to prevent bone cancer. Early detection and correct management is the best chance for cure. Long term outlook for patients with bone cancer If treated in time and correctly,bone cancer patients usually do better than other cancer patients. On an average
Gestational Hypertension
Gestational Hypertension What is high blood pressure? High blood pressure (also called hypertension) happens when your blood moves through your arteries at a higher pressure than normal. Having high blood pressure while you are pregnant can cause serious problems. There are different names for it depending on when it starts and how it affects the
Children’s health during lockdown
Children’s health during lockdown Children may not share our worries about finances or world economics during the COVID-19 pandemic but they are struggling in other ways. Poor mental and emotional health can have a negative impact on their education, physical health and general well-being. Fortunately, providing them a healthy and stimulating environment at home can go a long
FAQ – Hip Replacement Surgery
FAQ – Hip Replacement Surgery The hip joint is one of the largest weight-bearing joints in the human body. Most activities like walking, jumping, sitting, squatting, dancing, swimming, climbing etc. depend on your hip bones to provide the necessary mobility and stability. Unfortunately, once it gets damaged, the hip becomes stiff causing pain every time you walk. You may be forced to
What is the Cure to Disk Degenerative Disease?
What is the Cure to Disk Degenerative Disease? Degenerative Disc Disease is a condition that occurs when one or more of the discs between the vertebrae of the spinal column get worse or break down that leads to pain. Spinal disks work like shock absorbers between the vertebrae. They facilitate your back to stay lithe so that you can
How is Ovarian Cancer usually detected and what are the symptoms?
How is Ovarian Cancer usually detected and what are the symptoms? Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer is commonly thought to be a silent killer or the cancer that whispers. This is because early stage ovarian cancers have almost none or very minimal symptoms. Small ovarian tumours often have an absence of symptoms and are usually discovered incidentally during investigations for other conditions. A larger
What is Cervical Cancer?
What is Cervical Cancer? Cancer of the cervix (mouth of the uterus) is the second most commonly occurring cancer in women after breast cancer and usually affects women in their late 30s and those over 40 years of age. Unfortunately, a quarter of all cervical cancer cases in the world occur in Indian women. India also accounts for 1/4th of all cervical cancer deaths in the world. Here are some of the common symptoms
How Much Does Scoliosis Surgery Cost in India?
How Much Does Scoliosis Surgery Cost in India? Scoliosis surgery in India is a great attraction for medical tourists because of the outstanding facilities and minimal costs of services. Overview Spinal Stenosis is the narrowing of the spaces inside your spine, which can put pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine. Spinal Stenosis
What exactly is Minimal Lower Thoracic Spine Spondylosis?
What exactly is Minimal Lower Thoracic Spine Spondylosis? Back pain is one of the most prevalent chronic pains affecting individuals as they age. This is often the result of age or regular wear and tear after years of movement, owing to the natural decay of the spinal bones. The thoracic vertebrae are in the centre of the spine, with most vertebral
How is Someone’s Quality of Life Affected by Spine Surgery?
How is Someone’s Quality of Life Affected by Spine Surgery? Spine surgery is a complicated procedure and depending on the incision site and levels involved, may affect one’s life critically. What are the benefits? Usually, the result is more than just a reduction in pain. Patients may discover the following benefits: Improved physical fitness Increased productivity at work Better mobility