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Weight gain, fatigue, hair loss could be symptoms of hypothyroidism, here’s how to prevent long-term complications
Hypothyroidism is caused by reduced thyroid hormone production, leading to slowed metabolism. It presents with fatigue, cold intolerance, weight gain, skin and hair changes, constipation, cardiovascular slowing, and cognitive impairment.
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What is a deviated nasal septum? Causes, symptoms and home remedies to stop facial pain
A deviated nasal septum is a condition where the nasal septum shifts to one side, causing nasal obstruction, facial pain, snoring, and nosebleeds. Diagnosis is clinical. Mild cases need symptomatic care, while severe cases require surgical correction by septoplasty.
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Health risks of obesity: It is the biggest cause of heart diseases, diabetes and disrupted sleep patterns
Times today increasingly oscillate between desks, screens and supermarkets, which has become a creeping health concern. Obesity and the prevalence of a high BMI may alter the very fabric of community health.
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What causes bloating? From IBS to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, know everything
Bloating is characterised by abdominal fullness, tightness, and visible distension due to gas, altered gut motility, or fluid retention. Common causes include overeating, lactose intolerance, IBS, SIBO, hormonal changes, high-fat diets, and celiac disease. Management includes dietary modification, lifestyle changes, stress control, and simple home remedies.
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Winter depression affects women more than men, symptoms and ways to cope
As the temperature drops many people begin to feel a heaviness in the mind. Studies say there is a link between depression and the winter months. Understanding that winter depression has real biological reasons can be the first step toward reclaiming warmth not just in the body, but in the mind too.
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Otitis Media symptoms: How middle ear infection in children can lead to hearing impairment if left untreated
Otitis media is an inflammatory infection of the middle ear, commonly following upper respiratory infections, especially in children. It presents with ear pain, fever, hearing loss, and discharge. Early diagnosis and appropriate medical or surgical treatment help prevent complications and hearing impairment.
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Anaemia is a common pregnancy complication, here’s how to avoid nutritional deficiencies
Anaemia in pregnancy is a common condition caused by physiological haemodilution or pathological nutritional deficiencies, especially iron deficiency. It reduces the blood’s oxygen-carrying capacity and can adversely affect maternal health and fetal outcomes.
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea causes, symptoms and ways to improve sleep quality
Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder caused by recurrent upper airway obstruction during sleep. It leads to fragmented sleep and excessive daytime sleepiness. Causes factors include obesity, craniofacial abnormalities, and smoking.
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Vitamin B12 deficiency: Early signs, causes, and who is most at risk
Vitamin B12 is essential for blood formation, nerve and brain function, and energy metabolism. Deficiency is common in vegetarians, older adults, and malabsorption states and causes fatigue, neurological and mood symptoms. Early detection and supplementation prevent serious, irreversible complications.
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Smoking: A global health burden and the diseases it can lead to
Smoking is a major preventable cause of disease and death worldwide. It damages nearly every organ, leading to lung cancer, COPD, heart disease, stroke, peripheral vascular disease, and cancers of the oral cavity and esophagus. Quitting smoking, along with support and lifestyle changes, significantly reduces health risks.
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High uric acid level in body could lead to gout, hypertension, kidney diseases and more
Uric acid, long seen as a simple waste product, can act as a biological alarm, triggering immune responses and inflammation when elevated. High uric acid levels (hyperuricemia) cause gout and link to heart, kidney and metabolic conditions, highlighting its wider health impact:
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Air pollution and dust can trigger rhinitis, stop non-stop sneezing and runny nose with these easy tips
The condition called Rhinitis is a swelling inside the nose, which is caused by allergies, infections, or irritants like dust and smoke. It leads to a blocked or runny nose and sneezing. It can affect sleep and daily life. Avoiding triggers and using medicines can help control symptoms.
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Symptoms and causes of Parkinson’s disease, a condition that affects men more
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting motor control due to dopamine deficiency in the brain. It commonly presents with resting tremors, rigidity, bradykinesia, and postural instability. Additional features include masked facies, micrographia, speech changes, and neuropsychiatric symptoms. Early diagnosis helps improve quality of life.
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Understanding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): Why this endocrine disorder is more than just irregular periods
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age, marked by hormonal imbalance, chronic anovulation, and hyperandrogenism. It manifests as menstrual irregularities, hirsutism, acne, and metabolic issues like insulin resistance.
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General vs regional anaesthesia: When and why different types of anaesthesia are used
Anaesthesia is a reversible, controlled state that prevents pain during surgical and diagnostic procedures. General anaesthesia causes complete unconsciousness for major surgeries, while regional anaesthesia blocks sensation in specific areas. Choosing the appropriate type ensures patient safety, comfort, and successful surgical outcomes
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Why vitamin D is crucial for a child’s growth and immunity
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for kids. Apart from building strong bones and preventing rickets, it supports muscle strength and even the immune system’s ability to fight infections. Deficiency of this vitamin can impact your child’s health and wellness
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Wilson’s disease: A rare genetic disorder where copper accumulation can lead to neurological dysfunction
Wilson’s disease is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by ATP7B mutations, leading to copper accumulation in the liver, brain, and cornea. It presents with hepatic, neurological, and psychiatric symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment with chelation or zinc therapy prevent severe complications.
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What is Acanthosis nigricans? Causes, symptoms and home remedies for black patches on neck, armpits, elbows
If you ever notice unusual, velvety, or rapidly changing skin patches, especially on the elbows, it could be Acanthosis nigiri. AN is not just a patch of darker skin; it’s a symptom that something deeper may be wrong. Often harmless and linked to insulin resistance or obesity, it can sometimes be serious. Understanding the signs, triggers, and knowing when to worry can make all the difference in early diagnosis and treatment:
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Osteoarthritis: Causes of arthritis pain, best exercises that relieve discomfort
Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative joint disorder marked by cartilage loss, pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, mainly affecting weight-bearing joints. Risk factors include ageing, obesity, and wear and tear. Management focuses on lifestyle modification, pain relief, physiotherapy, and surgery in severe cases.
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Symptoms women ignore before a heart attack which they should not
Many women dismiss subtle symptoms like fatigue, breathlessness and sleep trouble, which often precede a heart attack. Awareness of these early warning signs, beyond chest pain — could save lives, encouraging earlier medical help and better outcomes.
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Causes, symptoms and ways to treat varicose veins: Keep your legs elevated while sleeping for relief
Varicose veins are dilated, tortuous leg veins caused by valve incompetence, leading to swelling, pain and visible skin changes. Risk factors include prolonged standing and pregnancy. Management includes lifestyle measures, leg elevation, compression stockings, minimally invasive procedures and surgery for advanced or complicated cases.
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Symptoms of raised cholesterol and why it serves as a wake-up call
Cholesterol is essential for the body, but when it rises in the wrong direction, it can cause heart trouble. Explore what cholesterol is, what causes it to climb, the subtle signs and symptoms that may reveal dangerously high levels, and how diagnosis and prevention can protect your health.
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How to avoid communicable diseases: The simplest way
Hand hygiene is the simplest and most effective way to prevent communicable diseases. Regular washing with soap or using alcohol-based rubs reduces gastrointestinal, respiratory, parasitic, food-borne and hospital-acquired infections.
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Do distant objects appear blurred to you? Get yourself checked for myopia
Eyesight problems: Myopia is a refractive error where distant objects appear blurred due to light focusing in front of the retina. It causes difficulty seeing far objects, eye strain and headaches. Simple myopia is common, while pathological myopia is progressive.
