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  Autism Spectrum Disorders Autism Spectrum is a neurodevelopmental condition that significantly impacts communication, social interaction and behavior which interferes with daily functioning, such as ability to function in school, work, and other areas of life.  Classification of Autism Spectrum Disorders :  Classic Autism A person with autism disorder has difficulty with cognition, functioning in a social setting and communicating thoughts or feelings. People with ASD are hypersensitive and avoid communication with people.  Asperger Syndrome Someone with Asperger’s Syndrome has trouble with social skills and has an obsessive focus to repeat the same behaviors, actions and words again and again. Rett Syndrome Rett Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder of the brain that affects the development of the brain. People affected by this disorder progressively lose motor skills. Rett Syndrome is often more prevalent in women than in men.    Child...

  Don’t know what bones do? Think of it this way. What metal frames are to buildings, bones are to the body. We are made of veins, flesh, blood and bones but what the skin encases are bones and muscles. However, with wear and tear, everyday usage and progressing age, the frame tends to weaken, elevating osteoporosisrisk factors . The weakening of bones in its density is called Osteoporosis. There may be several reasons why Osteoporosis happens such as:  v   Genetics A study shows that Genetics play a major role in the way our bones obtain their density. Osteoporosis is common with people who have a strong genetic component with reduced mass in bone, bone tissue defect, and fragility causing fractures. Such individuals are susceptible to having lower levels of calcium in the body and are predisposed to Osteoporosis.    v   Diet A calcium deficient diet contributes to diminished bone density and an increased risk of fractures alongside Osteopenia (l...

Varicose veins are knotty, enlarged veins that are close to the skin's surface. They are most likely visible in the legs and affect the veins of the legs. Standing and walking increases the pressure in the veins of the lower body which causes the occurrence of varicose.  CAUSES The precise cause is unknown, however probably a weakness in the walls of superficial veins causes varicose veins. Women are more susceptible to develop varicose veins than men, with their increased development seen during pregnancy. Along with this,  Prolonged hours standing Obesity Advanced Age   SYMPTOMS Bulging, bluish vein or veins Swollen legs Aches and pains in the legs Itching on the skin around veins Discolouration in the area around the veins Most of the symptoms of Varicose veins are easily managed but a few of them may branch out into problematic health complications which may require watchful medical intervention :  THROMBOPHLEBITIS It is an Infla...

  Kidney stones also known as renal calculi are deposits consisting of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys as a result of Dietary habits, body weight, pre-existing medical conditions, and supplements & medications.  Passing kidney stones can be very painful depending on the situation. One may need pain medication for its management. Adequate amounts of water intake have also proven beneficial in passing kidney stones through the urinary bladder. In other cases of kidney stones, with additional problems such as a urinary infection or its complications, surgical intervention may be required by the patient.  All medical problems rely on correct prognosis however watching out for early signs before diagnosis is vital for all patients. Let us discuss 5 early signs of formation of Kidney Stones and kidney stone pain SHARP PAINS IN THE BODY Pain in the lower abdomen or the back is the first physical sign of kidney stones. This pain can often be ...

Every 14 minutes a person gets added to the kidney transplant list, which is a clear indication as to why more and more awareness on this surgery is the need of the hour. Kidney Transplant is required for people suffering from acute Renal diseases. These conditions of said patients are often leaning towards Renal failure wherein there is a disruption in the normal functioning of a kidney. The normal function of a kidney includes removal of waste products from the body, releasing hormones which regulate the blood pressure, production of vitamin D and controlling the production of red blood cells.  Let us clear some misconceptions on certain myths associated to KidneyTransplant Surgeries :  MYTH 1 : Kidney Transplant is an unsafe surgery   FACT : Kidney Transplant like most surgeries has some element of risk involved. This surgery is performed traditionally with an incision, which makes it relatively riskier than a minimally invasive surgery. But under the watch o...

Brain cancer is the 10th most common cancer worldwide and 4th hardest Cancer to treat, taking lives of people mercilessly. In Cancer, half the battle is won if Diagnosis is conducted accurately. Diagnosis is the most important aspect of medicine. Identifying  the nature of the illness then helps in ascertaining the course of treatment required to treat the illness which is also known as Prognosis, in medical terms. Diagnosis may vary from symptom to symptom, however, the correct way to go about diagnosis is conducting medical examinations which include blood tests, pathological tests, and scans are used to judge the physical health of the patient.  Diagnosis – The Antidote to Metastasis Imaging and diagnosis is the pivot around which all treatment is performed, which is why it is important for you to find the best healthcare facility that is equipped with Modern, Cutting edge and up to date machinery for diagnostic testing. Brain Cancer diagnosis is deceptively harder...

Save yourself from kidney stones in time   Of the various problems that humans suffer from, kidney stone is a common one. Day in and day out, we hear about many people experiencing issues in their kidneys due to stones. While this is common, there also are ways of preventing the same. One needs to be aware of the causes of kidney stones and how one can prevent them. Let's get deeper into this topic and enlighten your knowledge regarding kidney stones.   What's a kidney stone?   Kidney stone or nephrolithiasis is nothing but a hard mineral material that develops within the kidneys. The chances of people suffering from kidney stones at least once in their lifetime are every 20th person getting affected. The other way to prevent yourself from having kidney stones is to have a good diet with adequate water consumption.   Factors causing kidney stones   One of the key reasons why kidney stones develop is the presence of stone-forming substances in the urine or decre...

How many times have you heard the phrase “It is in my genes” and wondered what exactly is the meaning of that. All humans are represented by a distinct sequence of nucleotides forming part of a chromosome and each one of us has 23 pairs of chromosomes. Now, when genes that contain DNA of a harmful mutation, resulting in Genetic Disorders . Most Genetic disorders formed are categorized under 3 umbrella types namely :  Chromosomal Multifactorial Monogenic   Most commonly known genetic disorders with progression of age found in humans are :  Alzheimer’s disease :   It is a gradual lessening in memory, thinking, behavior and social skills. In scientific terms, Alzheimer’s happens when there is an abnormal buildup of protein around the brain cells. As the buildup progresses, neurotransmitters or messengers of brain signals tend to perform weakly causing a person to forget about recent conversations, forget names, act confused and exh...