Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT) is a heart disorder which is typically characterized by occasional episodes of ‘faster than normal’ heart rate. The ‘beats per minute (bpm)’ rate in an individual suffering from PSVT can go up to 250 beats, while the normal rate is 60 and 100 bpm. As such, the episodes of PSVT may give the affected individuals the…
Takayasu arteritis (TA) is a perplexing large vessel vasculitis that had been recognised for more than 200 years but continues to be a big therapeutic challenge for the physicians. It is a rare type of vasculitis, that causes vessel inflammation. In refractory Takayasu arteritis, the inflammation damages the large artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of…
ABOUT AKIK PISHTI Akik pishti is an herbal, mineral preparation in Ayurveda. As the name pishti suggests, it is mainly available in powder (bhasma) form and is used mostly in heart disorders. AKIK – AN OVERVIEW Akik – Agate (SiO2) is a semi precious stone. Chemically, it is a combination of silica and oxygen, but may contain manganese, iron, and…
Abstract Skin conditions are among the most common reasons patients seek medical attention, and one such condition is warts. Warts are benign, yet persistent growths on the skin, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). While they can appear anywhere on the body, plantar warts are unique to the soles of the feet, often forming in areas subjected to pressure, such…