Abdominal pain, in other terms, is stomachache. Stomachache is simply your stomach throwing tantrums as you clearly weren’t paying attention to it and were not taking care of it. Stomach ache defines the pain and discomfort between the chest and the pelvis area. However, most of the abdominal pains are mind and can be taken […]
पीलिया एक बीमारी है जो शरीर में बिलीरुबिन की मात्रा अधिक होने के कारण होती है। बिलीरुबिन का निर्माण शरीर के उत्तकों और खून में होता है। आमतौर पर जब किसी कारणों से लाल रक्त कोशिकाएं टूट जाती हैं तो पीले रंग के बिलीरुबिन का निर्माण होता है। बिलीरुबिन लिवर से फिलटर होकर शरीर से […]
One night at a party, you ate more than you could, and the next day in the morning, you feel something like borborygmi in your stomach, signalling something went wrong last night. And right then and there, the next thing that comes out of your mouth is. “MOM my stomach is upset I think I […]
The burden of gastrointestinal disorders in India is increasing at an alarming rate. Several thousands of people across the country are affected by a variety of diseases afflicting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. In this article, we will explore the most common gastrointestinal disorders as well as some expert-approved measures to prevent them. This article is […]
Indian cuisine is popular for its spicy, savoury essence. A wide variety of spices and herbs are combined together in a radical mix to bring such flavourful and diverse delicacies. While these foods are highly appetising, they also raise your risk of experiencing acid reflux. According to the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, nearly 7.6% to […]
Hepatitis is a highly prevalent health problem across the globe. In India alone, nearly 40 million people are affected by this condition. Despite its high incidence, there is insufficient awareness about the disease and its treatment. In this article, with insights from Dr Anukalp Prakash, a leading gastroenterologist in Gurgaon, we will discuss everything you […]
Indian delicacies have made way for a sedentary lifestyle which in turn has welcomed several health concerns for us. One such health concern is the growing incidence of chronic liver diseases. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), liver diseases affect every 1 in 5 Indians and is considered the 10th most common cause of […]
The gallbladder is a small pouch-like, a pear-shaped organ found just under the liver and on the right side of your abdomen. This small organ is responsible for storing bile juice produced by the liver. Bile juice is useful for the process of digestion. The gallbladder, however, is highly susceptible to being affected by cancer […]
