Background Information   Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects tissues of the joints. It occurs when the cartilage that lines joints gets worn out or damaged and the bones rub against each other when the joint is in use. Commonly affected joints are located in the: Knees. Neck. Lower back. Hands. Key … Read more

  Overview What is hormonal acne? Hormonal acne is also referred to as adult acne. This term is used to refer to acne that forms primarily duet to hormonal changes. Acne can be defined as pimples which result when  the hair follicles are clogged with sebum, proteins and dead skin cells. Clogging attracts bacteria and … Read more

Introductory Remarks What is Tay-Sachs disease? Tay-Sachs disease is a genetic condition which affects the neuronal cells in the brain and spinal cord of a person (child). It causes damage and death of these crucial cells. It is progressive, does not have a definitive cure and can lead to early death. With proper treatment strategies, … Read more

Introductory Remarks What is vertigo? Vertigo is a sensation that  the surrounding around you is spinning in circles. It is not a disease, rather it is a symptom of various health conditions. It can occur along with other symptoms. Alongside vertigo (the sensation that the environment is spinning in circles), one may experience  the following … Read more

Introduction Glaucoma is an ophthalmic condition in which the optic nerve (cranial nerve II) is damaged. Glaucoma is a general term which refers  to a group of eye disorders which cause damage to the optic nerve. It can lead to loss of vision.    Key Data & Insights Facts about Glaucoma It is  a common … Read more

Background Information Cataracts refer to cloudy areas which form in the lens of the eyes. The eye lens are composed mostly of proteins, which break down as people age and form cloudy patches which affect vision. These proteins usually begin to break down at around  40 years of age, but symptoms are noticed  after 60 … Read more

Background Information Tooth decay, also known as dental caries, is a common oral health issue caused by the demineralization of tooth enamel due to acids produced by bacteria. It can occur in people of all ages and can lead to pain, infection, and even tooth loss if left untreated. Areas of tooth decay lead to … Read more

  Introduction What is Mpox? Monkey pox or Mpox is an infectious disease caused by a virus which is transmitted to humans by infected animals and can also be transmitted from an infected human to a uninfected individual through close physical contact. It causes flu-like symptoms (fever and chills) and a rash.   Currently, there … Read more

  Overview SEIZURES A seizure is a surge of an abnormal electrical activity in the brain. There are several forms of seizures, which are classified into two broad classes. Outward effects of a seizure may vary from unregulated shaky movements to a subtle momentary loss of awareness, among other features. Seizures, medically, are studied or … Read more

Introduction Epilepsy is a brain disorder where the nerve cells do not signal properly, therefore causing seizures. Seizures can be defined as unregulated bursts of electrical activities which alter the sensations, emotions, behaviour, awareness and movement of muscles. In epilepsy, repeated seizures occur as a result of damaged brain cells producing abnormal electrical signals. When … Read more