थैलेसीमिया एक आनुवंशिक रक्त विकार है। यह हीमोग्लोबिन के उत्पादन को प्रभावित करता है, लाल रक्त कोशिकाओं में प्रोटीन जो ऑक्सीजन ले जाता है। इसके दो मुख्य प्रकार हैं: अल्फा और बीटा थैलेसीमिया। इसके लक्षणों में थकान, कमजोरी और त्वचा में पीलापन शामिल हैं। थैलेसीमिया हल्के से लेकर गंभीर तक हो सकता है। उपचार में […]
Speciality & Sub-Speciality: Neonatology & Paediatrics
Turner Syndrome is a genetic disorder affecting females, characterised by the partial or complete absence of one X chromosome. It manifests in various physical and developmental challenges, including short stature and infertility. This blog delves into the intricacies of Turner Syndrome, exploring its causes, symptoms, and treatments, which can help you navigate life with this […]
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disorder affecting the motor neurons in the spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy. Despite its low prevalence, SMA poses significant challenges to those diagnosed and their families. This blog aims to shed light on the intricacies of SMA, including its causes, symptoms, available treatments, and […]
डाउन सिंड्रोम एक आनुवंशिक विकार है जिससे पीड़ित व्यक्ति के पास एक अतिरिक्त गुणसूत्र (क्रोमोसोम) या गुणसूत्र का एक अतिरिक्त टुकड़ा होता है। यह विभिन्न शारीरिक और संज्ञानात्मक (कॉग्निटिव) समस्याओं को जन्म देता है, जिसमें विकासा में देरी, बौद्धिक अक्षमताएं, चेहरे की विशिष्ट विशेषताएं जैसे कि तिरछी आंखें और एक सपाट नाक एवं हृदय दोष […]
In newborn babies, jaundice is usually common and harmless. It causes the skin and the white of the eyes to turn yellow. Neonatal jaundice is the medical term for jaundice in babies. In black or brown skin, the yellowing of the skin can be more difficult to see. It might be easier to see on […]
Pregnancy is an exciting time in a couple’s life. Expecting parents, wholeheartedly, wait for their newborn’s arrival before and during the course of 9 months. However, some babies arrive a little too soon. In this article, with insights from Dr Shreya Dubey, a leading neonatologist and paediatrician in Gurgaon, we will learn about prematurity, its […]