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With summer upon us, our body systems can go through various changes just like the outside temperature. With certain chronic conditions like diabetes, skin allergies, thyroid problems, the weather change can be even more bothersome with unwanted symptoms. Here are a few tips to best cope with the sizzling hot season. Food tips for summer: Eat smaller meals through the day instead of fewer, heavy meals. Stay hydrated! Keep a bottle of water handy at all times and sip it through the day. To make…

The lesser known non-motor, psychological symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as depression and anxiety can be more difficult to manage and more disabling than the characteristic motor problems like tremors and rigidity. Learn more about it from psychologist Meghana Srinivasan from Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorder Society (PDMDS). Parkinson’s disease is primarily known to be a neurological disorder that is mainly characterised by problems in body movements that affect daily…

Nausea and vomiting during a migraine attack can be extremely distressing. Dr. Shital Raval suggests several safe and effective options that can provide much needed relief from both migraine and nausea When muscles in your scalp, neck, and face tighten and contract, it causes spasms and pain called Headache. Besides physical strain, headaches can be triggered by lack of sleep, dehydration, sinus congestion, vision problems, stress, anxiety and fatigue. What is Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)…

Dr Kapil Agarwal, Senior Consultant & HOD Department of Neurology at W Pratiksha Hospital in Gurgaon, discusses some salient issues about Parkinson’s Disease and how one can tackle it best. Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease Following symptoms may indicate that patient may be suffering from Parkinson's disease: Tremors of hands, head, body, etc. Slowing of movements in routine activities like walking, eating, dressing, bathing, etc. Reduction of facial expressions- decreased blinking of eyes…

Even though knee replacement operations have become more commonplace these days, one needs to be aware of the do’s and dont’s after the operation.  When the severity of a condition is such that physiotherapy for knee pain and any other conversant treatment fails, knee replacement becomes binding. Recovering from knee replacement can be highly challenging especially during the initial days. Here is a comprehensive guide on post-operative care for knee replacement so that both you and your…

An interview on a wide range of issues - from survival rates of breast cancer to quality of life, from the use of chemotherapy to breast reconstruction - with Dr. Vinay Deshmane, Consultant in Surgical Oncology & Breast Diseases and Medical Director and Jnt. Hon secretary of the Indian Cancer Society  1.    Has the survival rate of Breast Cancer changed in India in recent years? Why is that? There is paucity of data on survival rates of most cancers including Breast…

After a stroke nearly 20-40 per cent patients develop communication problems or aphasia, the inability to comprehend and formulate language because of damage to specific language areas in the brain. Dr Sujata Gandhi, Speech Therapist, Nanavati Hospital, advises that speech and language therapy is the best way to restore normalcy and quality of life. How does a stroke or ‘brain attack’ affect speech and communication? A stroke causes damage to the Speech and Language areas of the brain. For most…

Don't know how to support a person on the autism spectrum? Melody Rain, an adult living on the autism spectrum shares tips and pointers on how to be supportive to someone with Autism. #AutismAwarenessWeek2018 Get to know what they are interested in. This helps with supporting them in conversations and allows them to talk and converse about their interests.    Find out and respect their comfort zones. Don't be pushy if the person doesn't like to be touched or hugged. Always ask…

Small tips to keep the Seniors happy and comfortable during winter can go a long way in keeping them well-cared for during the difficult months. A look at a few helpful pointers: Amid the winter months, things can be exceptionally troublesome for seniors, not only in light of the frosty but also the unforgiving occasional temperatures. Potential threats are all over the place, hence home care services might be just what your elderly friends and family require. Listed below is an expert curated…