Pulmonology is a branch of internal medicine that deals with diseases related to the respiratory system. A pulmonologist is recommended when one suffers from long-term respiratory conditions like asthma, tuberculosis, lung cancer, and more. X-ray imaging plays a significant role in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions. The electromagnetic ionizing radiation from the X-ray…
Ultrasound is a widely performed medical imaging system that uses high-frequency sound wave and constructs images of internal structures within the body. It is non-invasive, safe and widely available in medical facilities. It is used to detect health ailments affecting body organs and tissues, including the heart, blood vessels, liver, uterus, etc. It is commonly…
Studies have proven that knee pain worsens during cold weather. Pain in the legs, especially if a person has previous knee injuries or arthritis, can be detrimental during winter and affect one’s overall health. Causes of Knee Pain in Cold Weather Winter’s cold weather leads to many health problems, including body pain in the hips,…
Dialysis helps kidneys to filter blood, and remove waste products, toxins, and fluids in the case of acute kidney diseases or failure. It is of two types – hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. In hemodialysis, a machine removes blood from the body to filter it with the help of a dialyzer and this filtered blood gets…
Cardiovascular diseases and stroke are the leading cause of global mortality and principal contributor to disability. However, seasonal variations have been noted in losses caused due to cardiovascular diseases like heart attacks, both in the Northern and Southern hemispheres, with higher bereavement rates during the winter over the summer. A heart attack occurs when…
The kidneys are bean-shaped organs that help in eliminating toxins from the body. They filter blood and remove wastes and excess fluid through urine. They also help efficiently in controlling blood pressure, stimulating the production of red blood cells, regulating the blood chemicals, and keeping the bones healthy. Malfunctions of the kidneys lead to the…
Hepatitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the liver. The disorder commonly occurs as a result of viral infections, nevertheless, alcohol, drugs, toxins, medication, or autoimmune hepatitis (a disease that occurs when natural antibodies are created against the liver) can also lead to the inflammatory condition of the liver. Types of Hepatitis There…
Frequent exposure to scattered radiation while performing medical surgeries or procedures or undergoing radiation therapy can lead to significant health issues with a long-lasting impact. The side effects of radiation include acute skin allergies, radiation burns, hair loss, damage of the DNA cells, thyroid malfunction, and more. To prevent radiation from having adverse effects on…
The butterfly-shaped thyroid gland on the neck helps in our body’s metabolic and other vital activities by releasing and controlling the thyroid hormones. This fundamental endocrine gland is among the most susceptible areas to get affected easily by the scattered radiation. Doctors, patients, physicians, radiologists, and other medical professionals who are performing or undergoing medical…
Ultrasound is one of the safest imaging techniques that helps in capturing real-time images or videos of internal organs or other soft tissues like blood vessels. It is non-invasive and does not use radiation. The best thing about this technological device is that it is safe for pregnant women too. In the recent times, color…
