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Jaundice is a disease which causes the skin and the sclerae of the eye to turn yellow. It is caused by hyperbilirubinemia or excess secretion of bilirubin into the blood. The body fluids may also turn yellow. The shade of the skin depends on the bilirubin level. A mild increase in the bilirubin turns the skin pale yellow, and high level makes the skin turn brown.
There are three primary types of jaundice:
Hepatocellular jaundice: This type of jaundice occurs due to liver di...more
There are three primary types of jaundice:
Hepatocellular jaundice: This type of jaundice occurs due to liver di...more
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Jaundice (also known as icterus) is a yellowish pigmentation of the skin, the conjunctival membranes over the sclera (whites of the eyes), and other mucous membranes caused by hyperbilirubinemia (increased levels of bilirubin in the blood).
This hyperbilirubinemia subsequently causes increased levels of bilirubin in the extracellular fluid. Concentration of bilirubin in blood plasma does not normally exceed 1 mg/dl (gt 17 x00b5 mol/l). A concentration higher than 1.8 mg/dl (gt 30 x00b5 ...more
This hyperbilirubinemia subsequently causes increased levels of bilirubin in the extracellular fluid. Concentration of bilirubin in blood plasma does not normally exceed 1 mg/dl (gt 17 x00b5 mol/l). A concentration higher than 1.8 mg/dl (gt 30 x00b5 ...more
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Jaundice is a medical condition, which is characterized by the yellow coloring of the skin and eyes. It generally occurs when there is an excess of bilirubin in your system. Bilirubin is a yellow pigment formed in the liver by the breakdown of red blood cells. It normally gets discharged by the liver along with other dead red blood cells. So if you are suffering from jaundice, it usually indicates that you have some serious problems regarding the functioning of your liver, pancreas, or gallbladd...more
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Ayurveda•Hyderabad
The most important cause of jaundice is no1 - drinking the poluted water.& no 2 - usage of reheated oil again & again for cooking your curries in your kitchen.
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How To Prevent Jaundice
During monsoons, many people fall prey to Jaundice. Not to be taken lightly, jaundice can prove fatal if strict care is not taken. However there are ways to ensure that we don't fall sick with jaundice. The four main ways in which it spreads are.
1. Enlargement of liver
2. Loss of blood
3. Infection
4. A previous ailment which has left bacteria in the body
SYMPTOMS: Once can have jaundice any time of the year however one needs t...more
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Dr. Shalini m is a well-known and highly competent gynaecologist and women's health specialist. She earned her Ms. From the reputed pes institute of medical science in kuppam. She has extensive experience dealing with a variety of conditions, rang...more
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Dr. Suhas sodal is a well experienced and trusted paediatrician. He has done md in paediatrics and mbbs. Dr. Suhas sodal is currently working at his clinic named'ira children's' in pimple gurav from monday to saturday. ;
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अगर आपको अपनी त्वचा पर कहीं सफेद धब्बे दिखते हैं तो ये विटिलिगो का संकेत हो सकता है। विटिलिगो एक ऐसा रोग है जो त्वचा में को रंग देने के लिए ज़िम्मेदार मेलानिन को नष्ट कर देता है। ऐसे में कुछ जगहों पर मेलेनिन की कमी के कारण त्वचा पर सफेद धब्बे बन जाते हैं। गहरे रंग की त्वचा वाले लोगों में ये पैच अधिक दिखाई देते हैं। विटिलिगो की शुरुआत छोटे छोटे पैचों शुरू होती है और धीरे धीरे पूरे शरीर में बड़े पैच नज़र आने लगते हैं।जानकार मानतें हैं कि विटिलिगो एक वंशानुगत बीमारी हो सकती है। ...more
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Dermatologist•Nagpur
Vitiligo, which is also called leucoderma at times, is a disorder in which the skin loses its pigmentation in significant patches. Apart from being just a disease, vitiligo is a kind of social stigma that can make the sufferer's life difficult by disturbing their mental and emotional balance. According to certain studies, people suffering from this long-term skin condition show signs of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, sleep deprivation, and persistent depressive disorder, als...more
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Diet For Vitiligo!
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
Hepatitis is an inflammatory condition of the liver, typically caused by a group of viruses, referred to as types A, B, C, D, and E. Each of these viruses is known to cause different types of hepatitis, such as the following
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A virus or HAV spreads through the consumption of contaminated food and water or sexual intercourse with an infected person. The condition is an acute and short-term one and can be cured with medications.
Hepatitis B
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Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A virus or HAV spreads through the consumption of contaminated food and water or sexual intercourse with an infected person. The condition is an acute and short-term one and can be cured with medications.
Hepatitis B
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
Sickle Cell Anaemia or Sickle Cell Disease is a congenital disorder that causes the red blood cells to contort into a sickle shape. The sticky rigid cells may get stuck in the smaller blood vessels and in turn, prevent or slow down the process of oxygen and blood flow to other body parts. This painful condition referred to as a sickle cell crisis may lead to a wide range of complications over time.
Look out for the following complications
Here is a look at the various and mos...more
Look out for the following complications
Here is a look at the various and mos...more
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
Sickle cell Anaemia is a hereditary blood disease that is passed on to the child of often healthy parents via genes that get mutated. WHO estimates put the number of patients at 300k babies and the number of mutated gene carriers at 5% of the world s population. Despite this large number, most people are unaware of the several ways in which one can manage and prevent this disease. To rectify this error, W.H.O. has been attempting to improve people s knowledge regarding the disease since 2006. Th...more
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
Sickle Cell Anaemia or Sickle Cell Disease is a genetic disorder where the haemoglobin of the affected individual gets mutated, causing their red blood cells to change shape and become crescent-shaped. As a result of this change in shape, the movement of these blood cells becomes restricted. Since haemoglobin carries oxygen, its restricted movement results in a lack of oxygen in various body parts and organs. This causes the patient extreme pain and in some cases leads to organ failure and death...more
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
Sickle Cell Diseases or Sickle Cell Anaemia is considered to be the foremost genetic disease that today s world is grappling with. W.H.O. has been fighting to spread awareness regarding the same since 2006 and the U.N. joined it in 2008. On the 19th of June, 2009 the first World Sickle Cell Day was celebrated. While it is not a public holiday, it allows organizations and institutions, celebrating it, to make people aware of the existence of this disease.
So what is Sickle Cell Disease? ...more
So what is Sickle Cell Disease? ...more
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