Dr. Raghavendra Ramanjulu, Lead Consultant - Palliative Medicine & Rehabilitation, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Pancreatic cancer, often dubbed the “silent killer,” is one of the deadliest forms of cancer due to its asymptomatic onset and rapid progression. Globally, it remains a significant cause of cancer-related deaths,
Dr. Mahesh D M, Consultant – Endocrinology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder that affects the body's ability to process glucose, is becoming increasingly common in children and adolescents. Historically, Type 1 diabetes was the predominant form of the disease in young people,
Aster CMI Hospital First in India to Implant Advanced Brain-Sensing Device A 72-year-old Parkinson's patient has become the first in India to receive a revolutionary brain-sensing device, the Percept RC. This procedure marks a leap forward in the treatment of Parkinson's disease, offering hope to countless
Dr. Parimala V Thirumalesh, Sr. Consultant - Neonatology & Pediatrics, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore A study published in the journal Science found that cutting down the intake of sugar in early life reduces the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by 35%. What do you
Dr. Shireen Furtado, Sr. Consultant - Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects the skin, leading to the rapid growth of skin cells that form scales and red patches, often accompanied by itching and discomfort. Affecting millions
Dr. Akila-V- Nephrologist-Aster CMI Hospital-Bangalore. Kidney stones, also known as renal calculi, are hard deposits formed from minerals and salts that crystallize in the kidneys. Affecting millions worldwide, these stones can cause severe pain and discomfort. The Formation of Kidney Stones Kidney stones form when urine becomes concentrated,
Dr. Parimala V Thirumalesh, Sr. Consultant - Neonatology & Pediatrics, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore World Polio Day is marked internationally on October 24 every year. It is a necessary awareness for the battle of polio. It is a viral disease that mainly affects children below the
Boys are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls. Authored by Dr. Gowri Ravi Chinthalapalli, Consultant - Child Development, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults. Around 7% of school-age children in India
Dr. Umesh Srikantha, Sr. Consultant - Neurosurgery, Head of Spine Services, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore. Spinal cord injury (SCI) refers to damage to the spinal cord resulting from trauma or disease, which can lead to permanent changes in strength, sensation, and other bodily functions below the
Dr. Chethana D, Consultant – Rheumatology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Psoriatic Arthritis Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects both the skin and joints, emerging in individuals with psoriasis, a skin disorder characterized by red, scaly patches. This autoimmune disease can lead to significant
