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PGS or Pre-implantation Genetic Screening is a test conducted to decipher the chromosome count of the embryo. Today, if you are planning to get pregnant or using alternative technologies for pregnancy, several tests need to be conducted so that the child is born healthy and stable.
One such test is the PGS, it determines whether the count of chromosomes is normal or not, which is forty six, is present in the embryo. If there are abnormal numbers of chromosomes present in the embryo then...more
One such test is the PGS, it determines whether the count of chromosomes is normal or not, which is forty six, is present in the embryo. If there are abnormal numbers of chromosomes present in the embryo then...more
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What is recurrent miscarriage?
If you have three or more miscarriages in a row, doctors call it recurrent miscarriage. If you have experienced recurrent miscarriage, your GP or midwife will refer you to a gynaecologist. Your gynaecologist will try to identify the reason for your losses.
Having miscarriage after miscarriage may leave you feeling utterly drained of hope. At times, it may be hard to keep trusting in the future. This experience affects every aspect of a woman s lif...more
If you have three or more miscarriages in a row, doctors call it recurrent miscarriage. If you have experienced recurrent miscarriage, your GP or midwife will refer you to a gynaecologist. Your gynaecologist will try to identify the reason for your losses.
Having miscarriage after miscarriage may leave you feeling utterly drained of hope. At times, it may be hard to keep trusting in the future. This experience affects every aspect of a woman s lif...more
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Nephrotic syndrome is a type of kidney disorder wherein, the body passes out excess amount of proteins through urine, owing to the damage caused to the tiny clusters of blood vessels in the kidneys. The symptoms include putting on excessive weight as a result of fluid retention, foamy urine and severe swelling around the region of the feet, ankles and eyes.
Common causes behind it:
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the kidne...more
Common causes behind it:
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the kidne...more
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Homeopathy Doctor•Kolkata
Nephrotic is a kidney dysfunction in which a person releases a huge amount of protein while urinating. This happens because of damaged blood vessels in the kidney which cannot properly filter water.
There are many treatments available for Nephrotic Syndrome. However, over the years, Homeopathy has shown greater results in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Homeopathy treats without affecting the kidneys and other organs. It cures Nephrotic Syndrome by reducing the symptoms of the dise...more
There are many treatments available for Nephrotic Syndrome. However, over the years, Homeopathy has shown greater results in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Homeopathy treats without affecting the kidneys and other organs. It cures Nephrotic Syndrome by reducing the symptoms of the dise...more
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The nephrotic syndrome refers to kidney disease. Nephrotic syndrome is triggered when the glomeruli (tiny structures in the kidneys) malfunction or are damaged and allow too much protein to enter into the kidneys. Nephrotic syndrome is a chronic ailment but not very prevalent. In India, fewer than 1 million cases are reported every year.
Who is susceptible to Nephrotic Syndrome?
Children, especially between the ages 2-6 are vulnerable to coming down with this ailment. It is prevalen...more
Who is susceptible to Nephrotic Syndrome?
Children, especially between the ages 2-6 are vulnerable to coming down with this ailment. It is prevalen...more
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As the name suggests, congenital nephrotic syndrome affects the kidneys of newborn babies. Though congenital means the disease must be present from birth, babies who develop nephrotic syndrome in the first three months are also said to suffer from this condition. This is a rare genetic disorder that is passed down from parents to their children. Boys are at a higher risk of suffering from this disorder than girls. The congenital nephrotic syndrome causes the kidneys to leak large amounts of prot...more
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Nephrotic syndrome is a type of kidney disorder wherein, the body passes out excess amount of proteins through urine, owing to the damage caused to the tiny clusters of blood vessels in the kidneys. The symptoms include putting on excessive weight as a result of fluid retention, foamy urine and severe swelling around the region of the feet, ankles and eyes.
Common causes behind it
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the kidney...more
Common causes behind it
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the kidney...more
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Nephrotic syndrome is a type of kidney disorder wherein, the body passes out excess amount of proteins through urine, owing to the damage caused to the tiny clusters of blood vessels in the kidneys. The symptoms include putting on excessive weight as a result of fluid retention, foamy urine and severe swelling around the region of the feet, ankles and eyes.
Common causes behind it
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the kidney...more
Common causes behind it
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the kidney...more
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Are you losing your sight day by day? Does it make difficult to see you at night? Is this the onset of Blindness? Get to know about Retinitis Pigmentosa with these tips.
What actually is Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) refers to a group of diseases, which causes a slow, but progressive vision loss. It is a genetic disorder that affects the ability to respond to light.This inherited disease causes a slow loss of vision, beginning with decreased night vision and l...more
What actually is Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) refers to a group of diseases, which causes a slow, but progressive vision loss. It is a genetic disorder that affects the ability to respond to light.This inherited disease causes a slow loss of vision, beginning with decreased night vision and l...more
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Surgical Gastroenterologist•Mumbai
Some diseases are inherited genetically and familial polyposis is one such disease. It is a rare condition that typically affects the large intestines and the rectum. In some cases, it can also affect the upper gastrointestinal tract. People suffering from this condition develop extra tissues in the large intestine. If left untreated, it could turn cancerous at a later stage. Hence, surgery is usually recommended to remove the part of the large intestine that has been affected. In cases where it...more
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Nephrotic Syndrome is a condition which is characterised by the loss of protein into the urine (called proteinuria) as a result of increased glomerular permeability and oedema. This results in low protein level in the blood. The low levels of protein in blood result in the drawing of fluids into soft tissues. A severe form hypoalbuminemia can cause scores of secondary diseases such as ascites (retention of fluid in the abdominal cavity), pleural effusion (build-up of fluids between the lungs a...more
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Nephrotic syndrome is a type of kidney disorder wherein, the body passes out the excess amount of proteins through urine, owing to the damage caused to the tiny clusters of blood vessels in the kidneys. The symptoms include putting on excessive weight as a result of fluid retention, foamy urine and severe swelling around the region of the feet, ankles and eyes.
Common causes behind it:
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the ...more
Common causes behind it:
Minimal change disease (also known as nil disease) leads to the abnormal functioning of the ...more
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