Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is a disorder that can lead to excessive bleeding or bruising. Idiopathic’ means the cause of the condition is unknown. Platelets are also called thrombocytes. ‘Thrombocytopenic’ means the blood does not have enough platelets. ‘Purpura’ means a person has excessive bruising. It is an autoimmune disease in which your immune system attacks and destroys its own platelets. Platelets…
Overview In glanzmann thrombasthenia (glanzmann disease), there is a failure of primary platelet aggregation with ADP or collagen due to inherited deficiency of, two of platelet membrane glycoprotein’s. In this disease there is no fibrinogen bridging occurs between platelets, as a result, bleeding time is significantly prolonged. In other words this disorder is condition in which blood doesn’t clot properly….
Overview A slow growing blood cancer where your bone marrow makes too many red blood cells is referred to as Polycythemia Vera. Your bone marrow is the site where red blood cells are produced. In Polycythemia Vera the bone marrow is hiked. As the cellularity of the blood increased, it gets thickened leading to reduced flow and blood stagnation. This…
Introduction Trimethylaminuria or commonly known as Fish Odour Syndrome is a metabolic disorder which is inherited and it creates a nasty, offensive body odor which resembles a rotting fish. This happens when a protein called trimethylamine(TMA) in our urine, sweat and breath gets excreted in excess. It is also known as fish malodor syndrome. This happens due to the lack…
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…
Introduction It is an inherited disease which is autosomal recessive. It damages the nervous system which is progressive. Initially it disturbs the gait coordination. It then leads to scoliosis,various heart disease and diabetes. It really does not affect the person’s cognitive function. The disease occurs slowly and becomes progressive. It sometimes leads to immobility. This happens due to genetic mutation…
Abstract Low immunity means weakening of the immune system. It further leads to lack of protection from illnesses and the body becomes more prone to develop infections, including cancers. Stress, lifestyle, dietary habits and nutritional intake can impact the immune system. Low immunity can be caused by a number of conditions which include age factor, surgical or medical treatments. These…
ABOUT SHILAJIT Shilajit is a most popular substance with medicinal properties, mentioned in traditional Indian system of medicine. It is a natural substance found mainly in Himalayas bordering India, china, Tibet, and parts of central Asia. Shilajit is a sticky, tar like resin that takes centuries to form. It oozes out of mountainous regions in the summer when it is…