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Being diagnosed with a condition that requires surgery can feel daunting and confusing to most of us. While we want to get the timing and procedure right, we often feel rushed into the decision for lack of information and being pressed for time. Let’s discuss a few questions pertaining to surgeries that you may ask your doctor to feel more confident about your decision and to help feel a part of the decision of going ahead with the surgery. General questions to ask your doctor before any…
डॉ मैरी अब्राहम दर्द और प्रशामक (उपशामक / पेलिएटिव केयर )देखभाल चिकित्सक (पेन एण्ड पेलिएटिव केयर फिज़िशन), और डॉ वंदना वी प्रकाश, नैदानिक मनोवैज्ञानिक (क्लीनिकल साइकालजिस्ट) इस लेख में बताती हैं कि कैंसर के दर्द का इलाज किया जा सकता है और कैंसर के रोगी की जीवन की गुणवत्ता को उपयुक्त दवाओं द्वारा बढ़ाया जा सकता है। वे इस से संबंधित अनेक प्रश्नों के उत्तर साझा करती हैं। कैंसर के दर्द पर अधिक ध्यान दिए जाने के बावजूद, यह दर्द अभी भी कैंसर रोगियों और उत्तरजीवियों (सर्वाइवर) के लिए एक…
Losing a loved one is deeply emotional experience, and knowing what steps to take can provide some clarity during such a difficult time. What steps should you take after a death by natural causes occurs at home? This article will guide you through necessary procedures, from obtaining a death confirmatory medical certificate to considering organ donation, arranging the funeral and obtaining a death certificate. By understanding these steps, you can navigate the process with greater…
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) are the drug of choice for alleviating pain. However it is important to understand the effects of them on various organs and use them with care. In ancient times, herbs and plants were used to treat pain, fever, sores, swelling and inflammation. In 1879, aspirin was discovered and to this date continues to be widely used by people to deal with pain and inflammation. Aspirin belongs to a class of drugs called NSAIDs which are known for their…
As we age, our immunity and ability to withstand infections decline. This makes us more vulnerable to infections. The monsoon season particularly adds to the risk of falls due to slippery surfaces, diseases like dengue and malaria from mosquito bites, diarrhea and also aggravation of respiratory conditions like asthma and bronchitis. Here are a few conditions to watch out for and how to manage our health during the rainy season: Food and Waterborne Diseases Monsoons are associated with a lot of…
Malnutrition is seen in patients who have chronic or critical illness due to hospitalisations and post-surgical procedures. Enteral and parenteral are two of types of clinical nutrition prescribed by physicians. Dr. Shital Raval Patel unpacks this topic so we can understand the role of clinical nutrition, the types and how to handle these at home keeping patient safety front and centre What is clinical nutrition? The European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism defines clinical…
पिछले चार दशकों से रक्तदाता श्री हेमंत श्रॉफ अब अन्य कम ज्ञात लेकिन महत्वपूर्ण दान - प्लेटलेट दान और त्वचादान - की आवश्यकता के बारे में जागरूकता पैदा करने के लिए भी काम कर रहे हैं। इस लेख में वे अपनी रक्तदान और अन्य दान की यात्रा को साझा कर रहे हैं और वे इन महत्वपूर्ण मुद्दों को सुर्खियों में लाने के अपने प्रयासों के बारे में बताया रहे हैं। आपने पहली बार रक्तदान कब किया और क्यों? इतने दशकों तक रक्तदान करते रहने की आपकी प्रेरणा क्या रही है? मैंने पहली बार 20 साल की उम्र में रक्तदान किया था – उन…
हम ऐसे युग में जी रहे हैं जहाँ हर कोई आसानी से चिकित्सा संबंधी जानकारी प्राप्त कर सकता है और सेल्फ-मेडिकेशन एक आसान विकल्प लग सकता है। हम शायद डॉक्टर और अन्य स्वास्थ्य कर्मचारियों से सलाह लेने की समझदारी को भूल जाते हैं। इस लेख में हम बिना नुस्खे के दवाएं लेने (स्व-चिकित्सा, सेल्फ-मेडिकेशन) के जोखिमों के बारे में चर्चा कर रहे हैं, और ऐसी दवाओं के शरीर के विभिन्न अंगों पर होने वाले असर को साझा करते हैं। जब हम डॉक्टर से सलाह लेते हैं तो डॉक्टर हमारे केस को अच्छी तरह से समझने के बाद दवा का…
गंभीर बीमारी के निदान के बाद लोग अकसर किसी अन्य चिकित्सक से निदान और उपचार की पुष्टि के लिए दूसरी राय (सेकंड ओपीन्यन) चाहते हैं। पर यह दूसरी राय क्या है? किसी को दूसरी राय कब लेनी चाहिए और प्रभावी दूसरी राय के लिए कैसे तैयार होना चाहिए? इस जानकारीपूर्ण लेख में हम दूसरी राय के महत्वपूर्ण विषय पर, और इस से संबंधित पहलुओं पर चर्चा करते हैं। दूसरी राय का क्या मतलब है? दूसरी राय लेने का मतलब है कि अपने डॉक्टर से प्राथमिक परामर्श के बाद किसी अन्य विशेषज्ञ/ डॉक्टर से राय लेना, ताकि उपचार के लिए सबसे…-
People often want a second opinion. But what is a second opinion? When should one get a second opinion and how to prepare for an effective second opinion. We unpack these questions and more in this informative article on the important topic of second opinion. What does a second opinion mean? A second opinion simply means seeking an opinion following a primary consultation with your doctor with another specialist/doctor to help in making the best choice for the patient. It is usually…
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The human population is greying, and with it concerns about the aged have been growing. Even as birth rates fall steeply, improved healthcare systems have contributed to unprecedented longevity levels. The challenges of taking care of the elderly…
I would like to hear from members of this forum if they have had any experience in dealing with post-surgical (for FD) pain. The patient was operated three years ago for FD in the LHS rib cage bones. There is very little that is known or written…
The big hospitals all have 24 hour chemist shops. But do you know the 24 hour chemists that you can get to without having to go to a hospital and do they also offer home delivery ?
I think this is a great site, even for a person like me without any chronic diseases (touch wood, fingers crossed) but want to stay that way and keep looking for like-minded people and forums who look at health as primary goal of life and as a way…
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