Influenza, commonly known as flu, is an infection of respiratory system (that comprises of throat, nose, and lungs). Usually, flu gets better on its own, and does not require medical attention. However, sometimes it can get complicated and deadly. Individuals at high risk of getting influenza complications include: Children under 2 years of age Adults […]
Chest pain can appear in multiple forms, ranging from dull ache to sharp stab. It can also be crushing or burning and in some cases, it can travel up to the neck, into jaws and might also spread down one or both arms and the back. There can be several causes of chest pain, with […]
Braces could be described as a dental tool to help in correcting problems with the positioning of teeth, including crooked teeth, crowding or teeth which are out of alignment. While most people get braces in their teenage, adults can wear them too. Braces gradually align and straighten the teeth, helping you get a normal bite […]
Dandruff is basically a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis- although not serious or contagious, dandruff can be embarrassing or difficult to treat. It is a common condition, that causes skin on the scalp to flake. These flakes are generally more visible in darker hair, or when they fall on the shoulders. They can also make […]
Cough can be described as body’s method of responding when something is irritating the throat or airways. When some foreign object (irritant) stimulates the nerves, it sends message to brain, and brain in turn sends message to chest muscles and abdomen to push air out of lungs and force the irritants out. For consultation regarding […]
Heart attack, also known as myocardial infarction, is a serious medical emergency, that happens when blood flow to heart is severely blocked or reduced. The blockage is usually due to build-up of cholesterol, fat, or other substances in the coronary arteries. Click here for more information about heart attack- by Dr. Muzafar Ali Surhio, consultant […]
Fever is a temporary increase in body temperature, usually caused by an infection. It is one of the several responses of body’s immune system. Although it can be uncomfortable, generally it is not a cause of concern in adults and goes away in a few days. In children, however, fever might indicate a serious infection […]
The word dizziness is used to describe a wide range of sensations, including weakness, unsteadiness, feeling shaky or faint. Dizziness meaning also includes feeling lightheaded and off-balance; however, the condition is usually not serious. The type of dizziness which creates a false feeling that your surroundings are moving, is known as vertigo. For consultation regarding […]
Vitamin D is also known as sunshine vitamin and is produced when body is exposed to sunlight. It assists in regulating amount of phosphate and calcium in the body- the nutrients required to keep teeth, muscles, and bones healthy. Vitamin D, combined with calcium, is essential for strengthening of bones. In addition, it is also […]
Headache is pain in face or head, generally described as sharp, dull, constant, or throbbing pressure. Headaches can significantly differ in terms of location, severity, type, and frequency. It is a common condition, experienced by most people multiple times in their lives. While most headaches are not dangerous, some of them might be a sign […]
