Dr. Vishakhadatta Mathur Kumaraswamy, Consultant- Neurology, Columbia Asia Hospital Sarjapur Road Epilepsy, a neurological problem that affects people of all age group is the 4th largest chronic disorder globally. Characterized by unpredictable seizures, this can affect the day today life of a person leading to other health problems. With various kind of seizure types, epilepsy […]
A tumor is a challenging diagnosis, and things can become even more challenging when wrongly interpreted, treatment delayed, or the treatment received is irrelevant to the condition. In 2018, Sampath, a 47-year-old from Bangalore started having frequent episodes of weakness and bone pain along with walking difficulties. Little did Sampath know that his symptoms were […]
By Dr. Hirenappa Udnur, Pulmonologist, Columbia Asia Hospital, Hebbal Amid fear and uncertainties, Covid 19 pandemic has given us a less polluted environment. The lockdown imposed throughout the country has improved the air quality over the past few months. However, post the relaxation of lockdown, the pollution levels are increasing due to people taking out […]
By Dr. Neelesh Reddy, Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology, Columbia Asia Referral Hospital Yeshwanthpur With the increase in pollution levels throughout the country and the rise in the number of smokers, lung cancer has become more prevalent in the younger age groups. It is no longer limited to smokers to develop this type of cancer and a lot of […]
By Dr.AnuradhaLokare, Consultant-OBG, Columbia Asia Hospital Hebbal Breastfeeding is one of the important factors for a newborn and the mother. Especially when it is a premature baby, introducing the baby to mother’s breastmilk takes a lot of effort. Breastfeeding can act as a shield to protect premature babies from most of the health issues they […]
Dr. Indira Kedlaya, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Columbia Asia Hospital Whitefield Diabetes Mellitus is a disease that is endemic in India. What was previously a disease of the developed world has made its way through small towns and villages of our country. This can be attributed to improved standards of living, access to food coupled […]
By Dr. Suruchi, Consultant – Paediatrics and Paediatric Endocrinology, Columbia Asia Hospital Whitefield Allergic rhinitis, also known as Hay Fever is an allergic response to certain particles and is a common health condition among adults and children. This condition can trigger an allergic response in the nasal mucosa leading to cold and cough. It is […]
By Dr.Anuradha Lokare, Consultant-OBG, Columbia Asia Hospital Hebbal Family planning and birth control havegathered much importance in the recent days thus increasing the demand for contraceptives. These contraceptives can help in avoiding unintended pregnancies which is one of the crucial public health issues worldwide. The multiple options available today have helped couples plan their family. […]
By Dr. Pavithra R, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Columbia Asia Hospital Hebbal Sweating is a common body mechanism through which the body regulates its temperature. It is common for us to sweat during hot weather, after finishing workout or yoga or after any other physical exertion. Also, it is common to sweat when you have using […]
Bangalore, 05 November 2020: Aster RV Hospital, a multi-specialty quaternary care hospital in Bengaluru, launched the Aster RV Breast Clinic in the city ahead of National Cancer Awareness Day. A dedicated center for women, the exclusive Breast Clinic will be led by a team of specialized doctors with vast experience in breast disorders and breast cancer treatment. Dr. […]