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Acid-Base Disorders : a Look into Balance and Imbalance

Homeostasis is a tendency of interdependent elements to attain a state of constant equilibrium. Balance is the key to maintaining healthy bodily functions. Core temperature, blood glucose, sodium and chloride levels, body pH are a few systems the living body aims to take care of constantly.

The difference between acidity and alkalinity of the body is known as pH (potential of Hydrogen). It is calculated on a scale of 0-14, with 0 being most acidic and 14 most alkaline. Our body, functions to its optimal capacity at a pH of 7.3-7.45. This pH is essential for cells to perform their activities efficiently. Any upward or downward deviation in pH value can put the body in a state of excess alkalinity or acidity. Proteins may lose their original structure (denaturation), enzymes will not function properly and even death may occur in a few cases. Diseases mostly find their home in an acidic environment, which is why it becomes all the more important to take care of our health.

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Take Advantage Of These 12 Amazing Health Packages

Health Packages Overview

The Internet has introduced every household in India to the world of premium health care services at their doorsteps. Majority of people these days are conscious of their own health and also their family’s physical well-being due to awareness. However, obesity and other life-altering diseases are sadly becoming the order of the day. Although, awareness about the same is rising all thanks to the media.

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Different health check packages offered by hospitals big and small are playing the role of modern-day messiahs for safeguarding health of common people. Done every once in a while, these health packages could easily prevent the person from footing huge hospital bills in future. If prescribed by doctor, it shouldn’t be taken as a cause of huge concern, as tests just help the doctor in confirming or disproving chances of any ailment. Continue reading “Take Advantage Of These 12 Amazing Health Packages” →

What is PCOS? Causes,Symptoms,Diagnosis,Treatment

The female reproductive system comprises of the ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes and the female hormones Estrogen and Progesterone. These hormones are synthesized in the ovaries. These hormones control most of the body functioning of the female in general, and all of the functioning of the female reproductive system. The levels of these hormones vary depending on the phase of the menstrual cycle. Timely production and release of these hormones in adequate quantity is essential for normal functioning of the female reproductive system. Normal menses, pregnancy, delivery, menopause are the physiological components of the female reproductive system.

The synthesis of Estrogen and Progesterone are under control of two other hormones named Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), secreted by Pituitary gland. FSH is responsible for formation and development of the female egg. LH acts on the ovaries and facilitates the release of the matured female egg from the ovary (commonly known as ovulation). female-reproductive-system-PCOS

Once outside the ovary, the female egg is ready to be fertilized by the male sperm. Continue reading “What is PCOS? Causes,Symptoms,Diagnosis,Treatment” →

Have You Observed a Bone Spur (Bone Out Growth)?

A human baby has 270 bones which decreases to 206 by adulthood. Decrease in the number of bones happens because some bones in the human body fuse together as you grow up.

Your bones are the strongest and the most important entity of your body. They provide a structural framework to your body. They serve to protect the important and delicate organs of your body. Bones along with skeletal muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints are responsible for your body movements.

Bones are known to be a store house of minerals like calcium and phosphorus. They house bone marrow that produce blood cells. Your bones must be protected from diseases or any other problems that affect their strength. This will help you enable a healthy life for coming years. bone-spur

Just imagine if there are any abnormalities or disorders in the bones, as these could cause terrible effect on all of their functionalities. You must have heard of many bone diseases as they are getting common now-a-days. An unhealthy lifestyle is one of the reason for developing a bone disease. Continue reading “Have You Observed a Bone Spur (Bone Out Growth)?” →

Uterine Cancer: Complications, Testing and How to Deal with It

The uterus is a very sensitive female reproductive organ. It is a pear shaped hollow region that is located between bladder and rectum. This organ in colloquial terms is also referred to as the womb. It is in this organ that the fetus develops during a woman’s pregnancy. It plays a major role in childbirth and fertility. This organ is also responsible in the initializing of puberty in girls.
Endometriosis, growth of fibroids and polyps in urethral lining, tumors, pelvic pain and also cancer of the uterus are very few disorders afflicting the reproductive system of a woman. endometrial-uterine-cancer
Read on to find out more about uterine cancer, causes of this cancer, testing to diagnose the same, symptoms that suggest you could have it, surgical options, risks and benefits attached to it. Also find out the types of uterine cancers. Continue reading “Uterine Cancer: Complications, Testing and How to Deal with It” →

Colonoscopy – Procedure, Preparation and Risks Involved

The colon in colloquial terms is our large intestine. The large intestine gets rid of the left over food after nutrients from it are absorbed. Waste products are then passed into the rectum. A healthy colon is as important as consuming healthy food. The colon is largely responsible for elimination of toxins and wastes from our body. Various treatments and tests come into the picture, when this organ is under-performing or is in a bad condition. what-is-colonoscopy Colonoscopy is one such test for protecting your large intestine from tumors, polyps and cancerous growths. Read on to find out more about this important test.

What is a colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is a procedure performed by a doctor that helps him or her to inspect your colon which lies in the large intestine. It is a diagnostic test for finding causal factors behind tumors, loss of blood, inflammation, colon polyps and tumors in there. It is also used for screening to detect cancerous and precancerous polyps growing in colon, which can be further treated by colon cancer surgery. Continue reading “Colonoscopy – Procedure, Preparation and Risks Involved” →

Is Appendix the Hidden Reason behind Stomach Ache?

Appendix is a tube like structure placed at junction of small and large intestine. It resembles a small worm-like structure and is joined by colon. Apparently, appendix does no major function, but can be considered as storehouse for beneficial bacteria. It boosts functioning of digestive system after illnesses like diarrhea. It has been observed that removal of appendix poses no major health issues.

Appendix resembles the shape of pouch and connects to large intestine. Appendicitis and appendix cancer are two major ailments of appendix. Let us understand and study these two ailments elaborately.

What is appendicitis and what are its causes?

Appendicitis is one of the major diseases associated with appendix. The precise cause of appendicitis is yet unknown. Most of the cases of appendicitis develop due to partial or complete obstruction of appendix. inflamed-appendix

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The Obesity Demon and How to Fight It

A shocking research says that one in every five people across India suffers from obesity. What is more shocking is that there are 400 million obese people worldwide. Obesity is increasingly becoming a pan-Indian phenomenon. It is no longer restricted to first world and developed nations. On one hand, there are the under-nourished and malnutrition fighting India, whereas on the other there is the section of society fighting obesity and excess body weight. It is indeed a very cruel irony! how-to-fight-obesity So, what is obesity? What are the criterion that decide it is time you lose that extra weight from your body? What are the tests to know if you fall into the obese or overweight category? What then to do in order to shed the obese tag? What are the risks that you get exposed to as a result of obesity and the surgical options if any? And also, when is time to put a semicolon on your favorite pastas and pastries? Continue reading “The Obesity Demon and How to Fight It” →

Types of Radiological Tests – An Overview

Radiology is the branch of medical studies that deals with radiation usage for diagnosing and treating diseases afflicting human beings. Radiology is an important part of treatments as it reveals complications and causes of disorders in the body. The doctor is then able to decide on the course of treatment to be given to his patient. types-of-radiological-tests

Have you ever wondered what role the radiologists or laboratory technicians have in diagnosing the bug in your tummy as something more serious? Not many people would ponder on this and the uninteresting gargantuan setup of equipment in a laboratory.
Read on to find out what actually these radiological tests done by radiologists and doctors are all about… Continue reading “Types of Radiological Tests – An Overview” →

Is High Cholesterol Ruining Your Health and Happiness?

Cholesterol is the current buzzword ready to stir tension among people! There are many conceptions and misconceptions amongst people regarding cholesterol. But, how many people actually know that there is good and bad cholesterol and that the good one is needed to even out effects of bad one?

It is also wrongly believed that, kids cannot develop cholesterol problems. Wrong! They can develop cholesterol problems at as less an age as 8. For adults, the silver lining is that 1 in 3 adults having high cholesterol are able to keep it under check. high-cholesterol-and-health-problems

Read on to find out more about cholesterol, what happens if you have high cholesterol, ways to control it, tests to determine your cholesterol levels and much more: Continue reading “Is High Cholesterol Ruining Your Health and Happiness?” →