Abstract To every disease the management is prioritized on the basis of the least invasion it makes to the body and its least side effects . Ayurveda too follows the same principles. It believes in guarding the healthy body by various preventive measures (following Sadvrutta, dincharya, Ritucharya) that can be undertaken, by taking medicine (Sanshaman aushadhi) or detoxification therapy (Panchkarma) …
Cutaneous larva migrans can be stated as a parasitic skin infection developed by hookworm larvae which are known for causing infections in dogs, cats and various other animals. One can get this infection with larvae by walking on sandy beaches without bearing any slippers or walking barefoot. Also, the soil contaminated with animal faeces can cause this infection. Cutaneous larva…
Abstract Glaucoma is the group of eye conditions that result in damage of the optic eye nerve which can worsen over time. It is linked to the accumulation of pressure inside the eye and this condition often runs in the family. The damaged optic nerve stops sending signals to the brain to form an image. If not treated, glaucoma can…
Abstract As we all know that nowadays the cases of liver disease are increasing every day because of sedentary habits. One of the most common diseases is hepatic inflammation referred to as liver inflammation. It is a type of viral infection that is sometimes caused by an autoimmune disorder where the immune system of the body starts to attack the…
Abstract Biliary atresia is a rare disease of infants which typically affects biliary ducts. Bile is a digestive fluid which is produced by the liver and is then stored in the gallbladder. It travels through bile ducts to the small intestine where it helps in metabolization of fats. Biliary atresia in infants is also called extra hepatic ductopenia and progressive…
Abstract In today’s world, an individual suffers from a variety of emotions such as anger, sadness, excitement, happiness, shame and many others as per the situation. Basically, moods are based on the mind’s position and the situation you are surrounded at that time. Like other major body systems, the endocrine system is also the major system of the body and…
Introduction Pilonidal means nest of hair. This is derived from latin words for hair (pilus) and nest (nidus). Pilonidal sinus is a most common disorder in relation with natal cleft. Usually, it appears at the sacro-coccygeal area. It is a sinus tract which often contains hairs and skin debris. This condition has a male predominance over females. It is more…
Abstract Hysterectomy is a procedure which involves removal of the uterus. Uterus is one of the most important organs of the female. It is also called a womb and is an inverted pear shaped muscular organ of the female reproductive system located in between the bladder and rectum. When a woman goes under hysterectomy then it is clear that she…
Abstract Genetic disorders are the disorders which occur due to mutation in the genes. It can be caused by a mutation in multiple genes or by chromosomal defect. Genetic disorders characterized by the defect in whole or in a part by a change in the DNA sequence away from the normal sequence. Prevalence of genetic disorders is increasing at a…
Abstract Diabetes is a condition that causes impairment of the body to produce blood glucose which is also known as blood sugar. Diabetes can cause the accumulation of glucose or sugar in the blood which results in an increased risk of other health-related complications and one of these complications is Diabetic retinopathy. It is the type of complication which affects…