Congenital heart disease (CHD) refers to a range of heart conditions that are present at birth. One common congenital heart defect is Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), a condition where there is an abnormal hole in the septum (the wall) that...
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a condition in which the heart becomes enlarged and weakened, impairing its ability to pump blood effectively. This can lead to a variety of complications, including heart failure and arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats). As one of the...
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart defect that affects the normal flow of blood in the heart. It occurs when the ductus arteriosus, a small blood vessel that connects the pulmonary artery to the aorta in the fetus,...
Spinal Cord Surgery | Types of Spine Surgery and Benefits and Risks
Spinal cord surgery is a critical medical procedure designed to treat spinal cord injuries, deformities, or conditions affecting the spinal column. It aims to relieve pain, restore mobility, and prevent further complications. These surgeries address issues such as trauma, herniated...
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): Causes,Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common virus that often feels like a bad cold, causing symptoms like coughing, wheezing, a runny nose, and a sore throat. While most people recover without issues, certain groups, such as young children, older adults,...
Winter Illnesses in Children: What Should Parents Know?
Winter weather is conducive to viral infections
A dip in the temperature enables several viruses to thrive and new viruses to get into circulation. Most of these viruses are respiratory viruses – for example, rhinovirus, RSV, and influenza (Flu) virus which...
The school contains a complicated micro-environment of allergens, pollutants, and infections. A school is a place where children are required to interact with the outside environment, and exposure levels in this setting can have a substantial health impact.
During the week,...
Kawasaki Disease is a condition that can affect children – it may prove difficult to identify this in the initial stages. It is crucial to diagnose and treat this in a timely fashion, writes Dr. Rajath Athreya, one of the...
Why Early Detection Of ADHD Is A Must For Better Diagnosis?
Did you know that Michael Fred Phelps, former American competitive swimmer and one of the most decorated Olympian of all time was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at the age of 9 years? While the condition had made...
The Surprising Link Between Oral Health and Pregnancy
Can Oral Health Have an Effect on Pregnancy?
Recent research indicates a link between gum disease and childbirth complications. Pregnant women who have gum disease may be more likely to have a baby that is born too early and too small.
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A newborn baby is a bundle of joy and brings a lot of excitement to his/her parents. Along with the excitement and joy he/she presents a lot of challenges, more so for a couple who become parents for the first...
Why Sakra? - Journey of the Paediatric Oncology Department with Dr. Vineet Gupta
Sakra World Hospital hosts one of the best Paediatric Oncology Department.
Join Dr. Vineet Gupta, Chairperson of the Paediatric Oncology Department, as he takes you through the process of treating your child through their journey of healing from can...
I can't thank you enough for the care and attention you gave over the last one month. My family and I are sincerely thankful for the care you have shown to my son. I truly appreciate the dedication and expertise of Dr. Ravi Kiran and his whole te...