Dr Topoti Mukherjee, Lead Consultant, Nephrology & Kidney Transplant, Aster Whitefield HospitalKidneys function as highly durable organs, yet their ability to recover from damage remainsextremely limited. A new study reveals that even doctors can miss the early signs of disease due to“normal” kidney test results.
As India faces a historic surge in metabolic disorders, Zandra Healthcare introduces a paradigm shift in how obesity, diabetes, and their complications are diagnosed and treated.While traditional clinics often focus on isolated blood sugar readings, Zandra Healthcare offers a 360-degree diagnostic ecosystem. The center is
Creating Awareness on Congenital Heart DefectsDr. R. ShanthipriyaConsultant Paediatric CardiologistKIMS Cuddles, VisakhapatnamCongenital Heart Disease one of the most common birth defects. Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs) affect approximately 8 to 10 out of every 1,000 live births worldwide. In India alone, nearly 2.4 lakh children are
Designed for individuals struggling with obesity, the new clinic offers supervised care, lifestyle correction, and long-term support for sustainable health outcomesWith obesity rapidly increasing across all age groups in India, Medicover Hospital has launched a dedicated Obesity Clinic in Navi Mumbai. The clinic aims to
Sudden drop in blood sugar levels leading to recurrent faintingComplex laparoscopic surgery performed at KIMS Kondapur Hospital to remove the tumorA 55-year-old woman from Mauritius was experiencing sudden and severe drops in blood sugar levels. If she did not eat frequently, she would suffer from
Dr. Narendra BS Lead Consultant Endocrinology & Diabetology, Aster Whitefield HospitalAlthough screen exposure does not directly cause diabetes, the lifestyle surrounding heavy screenuse certainly fuels it.For Gen Z, the screen has become an inseparable extension of life – an always-on portal forconnection, entertainment, work,
Dr. Shamkiran Associate Consultant – Paediatric Endocrinology Aster Whitefield HospitalType 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body mistakenly attacks and destroys theinsulin-producing cells in the pancreas.In recent years, doctors across India have noticed an alarming rise in Type 1 diabetes among children.This
Dr. Bhawna Attri Consultant – EndocrinologyDepartment : Endocrinology & Diabetes, Paediatric Endocrinology Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder in which the body cannot regulate blood glucose (sugar) properly. Glucose is the body’s primary source of energy, and its levels are controlled by a hormone called insulin, produced
“Diabetes is often called a silent killer because it quietly damages the body’s vital systems — from the heart and kidneys to the eyes, nerves, and even sexual health. In women, it increases the risk of heart disease, bone weakness, and vision problems, while in
• Nearly 30% of total patients are young adults• Obesity is the main cause• Losing just 5–10% of body weight helps significantly• Type-2 diabetes can be controlled through lifestyle changes• Daily exercise is essential• Kamineni Hospital doctors share insights on World Diabetes Day On the occasion
