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
Dr. Sanjay Bhat, Sr. Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Heart health is a critical component of overall well-being, as cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are among the leading causes of death worldwide. Preventive medicine plays a vital role in reducing the risk of heart disease
Prof. Dr. Nagamalesh U M, Lead Consultant - Cardiology, Interventional Cardiologist, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore heart diseases remain one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, and its connection to diabetes is particularly concerning. Individuals with diabetes face a significantly heightened risk of developing cardiovascular problems,
