Colonoscopy – What is it, the procedure and its uses?

Colonoscopy is the procedure doctors do to see the diseases of the large intestine, also called the colon, which is why the name. Scopy means to study or examine.

What are Colon Polyps? Learn Now!

A colon polyp is a small clump of cells that forms on the lining of the large intestine or colon. Most colon polyps are harmless, but some colon polyps can develop into colon cancer.

Screening of Cancer: Colon and Rectum

Cancer of the colon and rectum is the third most common cancer in the USA. It can occur at any age but is more common in people over 50 years age. Learn more

Cervical Cancer: Who and How to be Screened

Cervical cancer is the most common cancer in women in the USA and the fourth most common cancer worldwide. It is also the second most common cause of cancer death in women.

Breast Cancer Screening – Who shall do it & How it is Done?

Breast cancer is important cancer in women. Its screening is crucial in diagnosing it early so that effective treatment is taken for a complete cure.

Complementary & Alternative medicine – What these terms actually mean?

Alternative and complementary medicine (ACM) is a broad term that refers to treatments that are not considered to be part of traditional medicine. ACM is growing in popularity, and there is evidence that it can be effective in treating a variety of health conditions. In this post, we shall see what these terms actually and what is included in these non-traditional medicine methods.

Impetigo – What is it and how is it treated?

In this post, you will learn about Impetigo, its cause, treatment and prevention.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)

Fatty liver disease is increasingly common. It is seen more in those suffering from diabetes and obesity. Know more about it in this post.

Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) – The Basic Information You Need

Immune thrombocytopenia (or ITP in short) is a condition of blood, in which the body’s own immune cells act against platelets (the small blood cells which play important role in blood clotting processes). This can lead to easy bruising, bleeding…

Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis – Let’s Learn!

Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (or in short called – ABPA) is an allergic condition of the lungs due to fungus. In this post, you will get to know about this condition’s basics. Please consult your doctor for assessment and guidance if you experience any symptoms, and avoid self-diagnosis and self-treatment.