Habits that Spoil your Teeth
Some habits we develop during our growing years and even later can damage our teeth and gums. Sucking on Ice Ice touching teeth causes a sudden change in temperature on the outside of the tooth, while the inside of the tooth remains at normal temperature. This can lead to chipping or cracking of teeth. Sensitivity […]
Ways to Avoid Acne
Acne is a common skin ailment. Dr. Sneh Thadani explains the dos and don’ts to avoid acne in this column. “There’s a myth that chocolate causes acne, which I say is completely wrong,” begins Dr. Sneh Thadani about this skin problem and continues, “For me, the stress that’s making you craving the chocolate is probably […]
Acne Acting Up?
Most of us are aware of Acne. But what exactly causes this skin problem and what are the possible cures for it is something that Dr. Sneh Thadani Discusses in this column. Acne is a skin condition that causes spots and pimples, especially on the face, shoulders, back, neck, chest, and upper arms. Acne, also […]
Fungal Infections During Rain
With the onset of the rainy season, there is a rise in fungal infections on our skin. In this column, Dr Sneh Thadani explains the reasons and prevention for fungal infections. She also explains the ever rising anti-fungal drug resistance. There’s nothing like the first shower of monsoon to bring things to life. Everybody […]
Chikungunya: Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
What is Chikungunya? Chikungunya is a Viral illness Spread by the Bite of Infected Mosquitoes and Clinically Resembles Dengue Fever. The Names Comes from the African Language Meaning “That Which Bends Up” and Aptly Describes the stopped Appearance of Sufferers with Joint Pain Due to the Disease. This mosquito is typically found in tropics […]
What is Dengue And How to Combat With Dengue?
What is Dengue? Dengue (pronounced den’ gee) is a viral disease. is a painful, debilitating mosquito-borne disease caused by any one of four closely related dengue viruses. Dengue can be caused by infection with any one of four closely related dengue viruses. These viruses are related to the viruses that cause West Nile infection […]
A Hands-on Experience!
Our hands tell a story of being exposed to sunrays and pollution and being uncared for too. Here’s understanding the damage done to our hands and how to treat it… WHEN it comes to our face, we are all very conscious about its skin care routine. We use sunscreens to avoid any damage caused by […]
Having Radiating Pain? Difficult to Point Out the Exact Location of Pain? Know Why, What and How of this Condition.
Summary Today’s lifestyle and stress is the major reason for the majority of the ailments faced by the mankind, namely, Diabetes, Blood pressure, low back issues and so on which gradually damages the particular nerve in the body causing. 80% of the pain is of the unknown origin (Idiopathic). It becomes difficult to locate the […]
PREPARING FOR KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY??
MENTAL/EMOTIONAL PREPARATION: One of the first preparations for knee replacement surgery is mental and emotional preparation. It is important to reduce outside distractions in your life, such as additional projects. Awareness is key in the preparation stage of surgery. Be aware of all aspects of the operation, without becoming fixated on an end result. Also, […]
Skin Care for Monsoons!
Rainy season is liked by everyone. It makes one feel cool and happy, especially after a treacherous summer. But your skin may not be as receptive as you towards the wet and humid climate. It may need extra care in the monsoons. Dr. Sneh Thadani tells you how… The wet and humid weather that […]