Liver Cancer: What causes it?
Liver Cancer: What causes it? Liver Cancer refers to the abnormal growth of cells in the liver. There are two types of Liver Cancer: Primary liver cancer is where the cancer starts in the liver. This can be further divided into Hepatocellular carcinoma and Cholangiocarcinoma. Secondary metastatic liver cancer is where the cancer spreads to the liver
All you need to know about treating Pancreatic Cancer
All you need to know about treating Pancreatic Cancer The Pancreas is an organ located in the abdomen that is responsible for secreting enzymes that aid with digestion. It also helps regulate blood sugar. The two types of Pancreatic Cancer are: exocrine or neuroendocrine. Both these cancers start in different kinds of cells and respond
Chest Pain: Why you shouldn’t ignore it
Chest Pain: Why you shouldn’t ignore it People often experience warning signs before an impending medical emergency and tend to either ignore it or put off medical intervention. However, if the condition is serious, they can be left with a critical or life-threatening condition. Most adults experience chest pain at some point. While many would
Robotic Surgery: Frequently Asked Questions
Robotic Surgery: Frequently Asked Questions What are the risks of robotic surgery? Robotic Surgery is a form of minimally invasive surgery that is performed via very small surgical tools attached to a robotic arm. The surgeon controls the robotic arm with a computer and directs its movements from the console. The small, precise movements that
Chin Augmentation (Genioplasty)
Chin Augmentation (Genioplasty) Facial contouring, and chin augmentation plastic surgery in particular, changes the basic structure of your face. This surgery uses carefully styled implants to create a more attractive and harmonious balance to a patient’s face. A recessive chin can make the mouth appear to turn down at the corners, which can create an
Breast Augmentation
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation plastic surgery helps give patients their desired breast size and shape. Breast augmentation plastic surgery offers one immediate breast enlargement. The breast augmentation surgery can enlarge small breasts or create better symmetry between the breasts if they are not equal in size. Breast augmentation plastic surgery can also add fullness to
Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia)
Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia) Enlarged male breasts is a common condition. It is estimated to effect 40 to 60 percent of all men. Many factors can contribute to this condition: a history of cancer, liver disorders, or the use of certain drugs (anabolic steroids, alcohol, estrogen medications, etc.). However, many men also suffer from enlarged
Brow Lift (Forehead Lift)
Brow Lift (Forehead Lift) Brow lift (forehead lift) plastic surgery softens deep creases across the forehead, reduces frown lines between the eyebrows at the top of the nose and can elevate the eyebrows that droop – helping the patient get a natural and more youthful appearance. Excess skin above the eyes can impair vision and
Diabetes: All you need to know
Diabetes: All you need to know Diabetes is a common metabolic disease that results in low-insulin production or interferes with the proper usage of the insulin in one’s body. The Pancreas is an organ that is positioned behind the lower part of your stomach. One of its chief functions is to make Insulin, a hormone
Importance of Adult Vaccinations
Importance of Adult Vaccinations Adult Vaccinations can save lives Globally millions of adults fall seriously sick and get hospitalized for easily preventable diseases. Adult vaccinations are also necessary because more than 25 percent of mortality is due to infectious diseases. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), vaccination coverage worldwide is still 85 percent with
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements Getting a peek into your baby’s world
What is a stroke-ready hospital?
What is a stroke-ready hospital? A stroke ready hospital is ready for patients with 24×7
Who is at risk for a stroke?
Who is at risk for a stroke? While stroke can be sudden and come without
How do you know if someone is having a stroke?
How do you know if someone is having a stroke? It is important to note
If someone suddenly collapses or falls unconscious, what should I do?
If someone suddenly collapses or falls unconscious, what should I do? A person can fall
What are the consequences of having ones gall bladder removed, and what is the best solution for gall stones?
What are the consequences of having ones gall bladder removed, and what is the best
What advantages does a robotic surgery have over traditional surgeries?
What advantages does a robotic surgery have over traditional surgeries? Robotic surgeries involve the use
How is quality of life after a kidney transplant?
How is quality of life after a kidney transplant? It is a known fact that
How do I improve my liver health and get rid of a fatty liver?
How do I improve my liver health and get rid of a fatty liver? Non-alcoholic