Chicken Pox

What is Chichen Pox? Chicken Pox is a highly contagious condition. It affects both sexes of all age groups. It is however a common occurrence amongst children of 3-8 years of age. Immunity for life. Adult chickenpox is rare. But when it…

Rubella

What is Ruella? Rubella is a three-day mild measles. However, if a pregnant woman gets it, it may lead to serious fetal infection and malformation. It is caused by the rubella virus. Rubella can occur in susceptible persons by the natural…

Skin Disorders

Acne - ACNE is a self-limited disorder primarily of adolescents and teenagers. During this age excess sebum is released by the sweat glands (oil-secreting glands) which get blocked resulting in obstruction and infection by bacteria. Chapped…

Urinary Disorders

Acute Kidney Failure - It is defined as a rapid deterioration in renal functions sufficient to result in an accumulation of waste products in the body. Nephritis - This condition results from structural and functional disintegration of the…

Eye Diseases

Glaucoma - Glaucoma condition is characterised by a raised pressure within the eyes due to an enhanced formation of aqueous humour, a difficulty in its exit, or a raised pressure in the existing veins. Glaucoma may be primary (causes within…

Infectious Diseases

Influenza - INFLUENZA is an acute respiratory illness caused by infection with influenza viruses. It affects all age groups around the year. Measles - Measles is an acute febrile eruption, which is a worldwide phenomenon. It is an…

Digestive Disorders

Esophagitis - Esophagitis condition consists of damage to the mucous membrane as a result of reflux of stomach contents into the food pipe due to a weak lower esophageal sphincter. Hiatus Hernia - Hiatus Hernia is the herniation of a part…

Hodgkin’s Disease

What is Hodgkin's Disease? Hodgkin's Disease is a malignant disease affecting the lymphatic and immune system. Hodgkin's lymphoma arises in the lymph nodes or in lymphoid tissue of organs such as the digestive system, lung or skin. While…