Strep Throat Tips

बदलता मौसम यानी फ्लू और वायरल बुखार का सीज़न। ठंडे गर्म के असर से फ्लू लोगों को आसानी से अपनी चपेट में ले लेता है। घर में किसी एक को फ्लू या बुखार हो तो बाकी लोग खुद ही संक्रमण की चपेट में आ जाते हैं। एक बार सर्दी ज़ुकाम जिसे पकड़ता है तो फिर कम से एक हफ्ते उसे बंद नाक,सिरदर्द,बदन दर्द जैसे लक्षणों को सहन करना पड़ता है। ऐसे में बार बार दवा लेने के बजाय हम घरेलू उपचार का ही सहारा लेना चाहते हैं क्योंकि ज्यादातर दवाएं सिर्फ लक्षणों को दबाती हैं,बीमारी को जड़ से खत्म नहीं करतीं।...more

Flu is a very common viral infection which directly attacks the respiratory system and affects the lung, nose and throat of the infected person. Small children, old adults, pregnant women and others who have weak immunity are at high risk of getting infected by it. Flu is also known as influenza.

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When a person gets infected by a flu, his body starts building up a defense mechanism called antibody for fighting against the virus. Flu can be very dangerous if not treated in th...more

It is gastrointestinal bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract, commonly defined as bleeding arising from the oesophagus, stomach, or duodenum. Blood is often observed in vomit (hematemesis) or in the stool (melena). Upper gastrointestinal bleeding denotes a medical emergency and typically requires hospital care for primary diagnosis and treatment. The incidence of upper gastrointestinal bleeding is 50-150 individuals per 100,000 annually. Depending on its severity, it carries an estimated ...more

Peptic ulcer often referred to as stomach ulcer, is usually a misunderstood disease. Most people are unaware of the reasons why the ulcer is caused and are also unaware of the early symptoms of the disorder. Here is a look at some of the strange facts about peptic ulcers that you may not know.

Stress does not cause ulcers: The myth that stress causes ulcers is just that- a myth. Ulcers are not caused by stress and tension. However, if you are already affected by an ulcer, stress can all...more

Whole Grain - Know More About It!

Decongestant sprays like nasivion or otrivin are available over the counter but can be extremely harmful. Please read to avoid. Most dnss contain oxymetazoline (afrin and generic brands). They work by constricting blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dns are best for colds, flus, or other short-term problems. When you re congested, it s because your nasal passages are swollen. This makes them feel blocked. The swelling leads to increased mucus production, which causes a runny nose. When dnss shr...more

Most of the throat cancers does not cause big symptoms
Mostly symptoms are like simple sore throat
Pain while swallowing, sticking sensation throat, change of voice, neck mass, lump or swelling
Treatment of cancer is almost 90 percent iike any normal illness.
So consult your doctor as early as possible to avoid delay in treatment
I recommend every 6 months self feeling neck with hands and mirror examination of your neck regularly to look for any new change
If yes co...more

We live in a dangerous world where every few years, dangerous new epidemics like Coronavirus, Ebola, SARS, MERS, Avian Flu wreak havoc and claim thousands of lives. Lifestyle illnesses and non-communicable diseases like diabetes, arthritis, hypertension, heart disorders, obesity and cancer are on the rise. The picture is bleak.

But the good news according to researchers is that as many as a million deaths can be avoided every year if people do something as simple as maintaining hand hyg...more

Hand washing is an integral part of personal hygiene. This simple act alone can prevent the spread of many deadly illnesses like COVID-19, cholera, typhoid, chickenpox, hand foot and mouth disease, conjunctivitis etc. In some cases, it can save your life.

But there are certain guidelines for washing hands. If you do it the correct way, you can eliminate up to 99% of the germs on your hands.

So, let us discuss a few things you must and must not do when it comes to cleaning your ...more

Always discard your toothbrush after you're sick.
All the bacteria and viruses thrive and tend to grow & multiply on your toothbrush.
So after flu - discard your brush.