What to Do When the Fever is Glandular?

Glandular fever is a self-limiting sickness which is caused by Epstein-Barr virus. It is also known as infectious mononucleosis. Following a recovery from this illness, the patient is usually immune to it for a lifetime due to the antibodies produced by the immune system during recovery. So, it is rare to contract the fever after going through the first episode.

Young adults and teenagers are common customers of glandular fever. Symptoms vary from a usual headache to sore throat and fever to swollen glands in the armpits or on the neck. It takes 4-8 weeks to incubate and is mainly spread by close contact – kissing, coughing, sneezing, and sharing things (cups, glasses, etc).

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Have You Heard of Vitamin Cobalamin?

Vitamin B12 stands as the most complex and largest variant of vitamins which is only sourced from animal products naturally; however, certain foods like cereals could make it available for man, but in synthetic forms. Any person who is deficient of vitamin B12 could permanently damage his central nervous system. Learn more about this most vital vitamin with informed professional Dr. Pratibha Karande.


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Quick Glance Over Blood Sugar Test

Blood sugar test is generally conducted when a doctor suspects that the patient could be suffering from diabetes (high blood sugar) or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). It may also be performed to check the progress of medications for controlling sugar levels and overall treatment goals. Ace medical professional Dr. Pratibha Karande runs us through this important test and its significance. Enlighten yourself!


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Have You Got Mumps Lately?

Mumps is a contagious medical condition caused due to an infectious virus of the same name. Having the incubation interval of 1-2 weeks, the condition is followed by swelling on both sides of tell-tale neck and the face with intense pain extending up to the ears. It usually begins with mild muscle aches, headache, and fever.

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Quick Facts About Lipid Profile Tests

There are “good” and “bad” cholesterol that could affect the risk of having heart diseases and lipid disorders. Know the importance of lipid panel or lipid profile tests as veteran medical professional Dr. Pratibha Karande sheds light on it.

What are lipids? Why are they important?

Lipids, in other words, are generally called as fats. These fats that we are always worried about are nothing but the presence of fats which are actually generated by our liver. These fats are very essential for the normal functioning of our body. They need to be within their normal limits. When these fats or lipids rise on the higher side than the normal requirement of our body, then it proves to be problematic. For this purpose, it is necessary that we keep our lipids in control. Hence for this, it is important that we check our lipid profile or fats in our body.
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How Can I Richen My Poor Memory?

Poor memory is a result of slower brain functioning or processing which makes it difficult for a person to retrieve and store information. This occasional forgetfulness may occur in the later years of life. However, cases of memory loss are also observed in young adults these days due to the changing lifestyle and eating habits. Poor memory could occur due to continuous use of prescription drugs, thyroid disorders, psychological disorders, mental strain, unrestrained use of alcohol, or underlying conditions. It is certainly not confined just to the elderly nor is it an unavoidable part of aging.

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How Can I Attack My Panic Attack?

Definition

Lasting between 5-20 minutes, panic attack is a serious anxiety disorder where the patient goes through a series of episodes or intervals of acute discomfort, fear, nervousness, or distress. Panic attacks bring about unpleasant physical symptoms paired with an intense feeling of fear and doubt. They could impede the patient’s normal life even though they last for short periods of time.

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Have You Heard About Sciatica?

Sciatica is not a medical condition that stands alone; it’s a sign of some other medical condition. Watch this illuminating video by Dr. Chandra Shekhar as he clears the air about sciatica.

What is sciatica?

It is a common term used for pain caused due to irritation or compression of sciatic nerve. Sciatic nerve stands as the longest nerve of our body. It starts running from the back of the pelvis, right through the buttocks, down to the legs, and up to the toes.

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