Measles is Not Just a Red Rash!

Measles, also called as red measles or rubeola, is an extremely contagious viral infection that causes the child to suffer from flat red blotchy rashes (later turning brownish) spreading all over the body. It was commonly found in children aging 5 years and under before immunization. Besides, it was a reason for widespread child death in the past.

Fever, reddish eyes, running nose, and hacking cough are some of the usual symptoms of the disease. Inflammation of the brain, ear infection, and pneumonia could be the complications arising from untreated measles. However, most children do recover from the infection. Generally, the incubation period is of 10 days or more.

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Have you Checked Your Liver Function?

Liver function tests (LFTs) are specifically ordered to analyze the damage and inflammation of liver. This profile includes important tests such as ALT and AST, PT and INR, etc.

Dr. Pratibha Karande gives a vivid overview of LFTs. Watch it now!

What are liver function tests?

These are requisite tests carried out to evaluate the functioning of our liver. As we all know, liver is one of the main organs of our body. The liver principally does the work of secreting a number of chemicals in the blood. So when the liver function tests are conducted, the levels of these chemicals present in the blood are actually evaluated.

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Should I Go for HIV/AIDS Test?

HIV/AIDS is a serious concern in India which has taken and put a gigantic number of lives to stake. It could be contracted from having sex with an HIV infected person, sharing or injecting needles or drug equipment, or due to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

Get to know the critical aspects of HIV/AIDS with medical professional Dr. Pratibha Karande.

What is HIV/AIDS test?

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) test is essentially carried out for the screening out of a disease called ‘AIDS’ (acquired immune deficiency syndrome).

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Why Do You Need Vitamin D3?

Did you know? Apart from thorough bone health, vitamin D3 also helps in fighting against depression and colds. Check what Dr. Pratibha Karande has to contribute towards your knowledge about the “sunshine vitamin”.

About Vitamin D3

If you see in today’s era, each and every doctor asks his patients – whether adults, children, or pediatric patients – to get the vitamin D3 testing done. It is indispensable that your body should contain normal levels of vitamin D3.

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VDRL – A Classic Test for Syphilis

VDRL (venereal disease research laboratory) test falls on the same lines as that of rapid plasma reagin (RPR). It is typically ordered to diagnose a sexually transmitted disease (STD) called ‘syphilis’.

Have a broader view about this test as Dr. Pratibha Karande unveils its vital aspects.

What is VDRL test all about?

It is carried out for the screening of syphilis. Syphilis is a disease – a bacterial infection caused by bacteria Treponema pallidum. The test is basically performed to detect the presence of VDRL antibodies in the blood.

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What Incorporates Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Test?

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is usually caused by unknown reasons where the immune system functions abnormally attacking its own body’s tissues, especially the joints. This autoimmune disorder generally begins after 40; however, cases of juvenile idiopathic arthritis are also seen where children as young as 16 years are affected by the disorder.

To dig out more information on it including the RA factor test, let us hear from the doctor’s mouth. Here’s Dr. Pratibha Karande!


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What Does Renal Profile Reveal About Kidneys?

Renal profile incorporates diagnostic blood and urine tests conducted to evaluate the functionality of kidneys. Kidneys play the significant role of regulating the salts and water of our body. The doctor could order a renal profile if he suspects any chronic kidney disease or other forms of kidney diseases. Let’s see what Dr. Pratibha Karande has to say about renal profile.

What do kidneys do?

As we all understand, kidneys are the very important organs of our body. The main function of our kidneys includes the filtration of blood. There are multiple and millions of nephrons present in our kidneys. With the help of these nephrons, kidneys filter the blood – they basically filter the waste out of the blood. The waste is then thrown out of the body via urine.

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