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Understanding Parkinson’s Disease: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Introduction: What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. It develops gradually, often starting with a barely noticeable tremor in one hand. Over time, it leads to stiffness, slowness of movement, balance issues, and speech changes. It happens when nerve cells (neurons) in a part of the brain […]

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What Is Chemotherapy? How It Works, Benefits and Side Effects

Introduction: What Is Chemotherapy? Chemotherapy, often called “chemo”, is a type of cancer treatment that uses powerful drugs to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells in the body. Unlike normal cells, cancer cells grow and multiply quickly. Chemotherapy targets these fast-growing cells to stop them from spreading. However, because it can also affect […]

Understanding Gastrointestinal Diseases Common Conditions and Care

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Understanding Gastrointestinal Diseases – Common Conditions & Care

Introduction: What are Gastrointestinal Diseases? The gastrointestinal (GI) system includes the stomach, intestines, esophagus, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder—all working together to digest food and absorb nutrients. When any part of this system stops functioning properly, it results in gastrointestinal diseases. These conditions can range from common issues like acidity and constipation to serious problems such […]

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Living with Arthritis? Signs, Risk Factors & Best Management Options

Introduction: What is Arthritis? Arthritis is one of the most common conditions that affect the joints, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility. Simply put, it means inflammation of one or more joints. While arthritis is often thought of as a disease of older adults, it can affect people of all ages, including children. […]

When is joint replacement necessary Signs Symptoms and Treatment

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When is Joint Replacement Necessary? Signs, Symptoms & Treatment

Every step you take, every movement you make, depends on the health of your joints. But over time, conditions like arthritis, injuries, or wear and tear can damage your joints so much that daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or even sitting become painful. When medicines, lifestyle changes, and non-surgical treatments no longer relieve […]

Understanding Brain Stroke – Types, Warning Signs, and Treatment

What is Brain Stroke? A brain stroke, also called a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), happens when blood flow to a part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Without oxygen and nutrients from the blood, brain cells begin to die within minutes. Stroke is a medical emergency that requires […]

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Understanding Heart Failure – Early Signs, Causes, and Treatment Options

What Is Heart Failure? Heart failure is a chronic medical condition in which the heart muscle is unable to pump blood effectively enough to meet the body’s needs. It does not mean that the heart has stopped working, but rather that it struggles to function as efficiently as it should. Over time, untreated or unmanaged […]

When do you need intervential cardiology

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When Do You Need Interventional Cardiology? Understanding Minimally Invasive Heart Procedures

What Is Interventional Cardiology? Interventional cardiology is a specialized branch of cardiology that uses minimally invasive techniques to diagnose and treat heart conditions. Unlike traditional open-heart surgery, interventional cardiology procedures involve using catheters inserted through blood vessels, typically in the groin or wrist, to access the heart. These procedures are guided by advanced imaging technologies, […]

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Heart Healthy Foods : What to Eat and What to avoid

Heart Healthy Foods: What to Eat and What to Avoid Your Guide to a Stronger Heart – By Universal Hospital, Surat About Heart Disease: A Silent but Preventable Killer Heart disease continues to be one of the leading causes of death not just globally, but right here in India too. From heart attacks and strokes […]

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10 ways to control your high Bloood Pressure without Medicine

What is High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition in which the force of the blood against your artery walls is consistently too high. Over time, this elevated pressure can lead to severe health complications, including heart attack, stroke, kidney damage, and other cardiovascular issues. Often called the […]

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