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Dr m s Ganesh
Dr Ramesh Reddy The fight between food and the immune system 7
Dr Durgaprasad Reddy Skin Care: Essential Care in Winter 9
Dr. v. narayana swamy
Ageing and skin 12
Dr. p. Balakrishna shetty
Eye Care: What you should know? 15
Dr. sham Bhat
Silent caffeine addiction 16
Dr. seetharam prasad
Overuse of steroids may trigger destruction of hip joint 18
Dr. padmini prasad
Dr. venkatramana hegde This is how you can keep germs off
Dr. K. Bhujang shetty your favorite winter wear this season 21
Dr. srinivasamurthy D. Do you have chicken skin? It’s actually Keratosis Pilaris 22
Dr. C. sharath Kumar Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour 23
Dr Keerthi patel Top 6 health-boosting benefits of Resveratrol 24
Dr B. Ramesh Can Homeopathy Treat Cancer? 26
Dr s.s. hiremath Suffering from Bleeding moles? It can be a sign of skin cancer 28
Dr. vasundhara Bhupathy Is it possible for women with cervical cancer to
Dr. Dhanajeyan become pregnant? 30
Dr. m.R. srivatsan
Beware of the Beauty Parlour Stroke Syndrome 31
Dr. s. Raghavendra Babu
Health technology 32
Diabetic retinopathy 35
ConsultInG eDItoR Beware of gym supplements 36
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India’s NCDs is growing
D. A. Kalpaja
Chief editor
In India’s non-communicable disease (NCDs)
is growing at an alarming rate. As per studies
NCDs has increased rapidly, especially among
the age group of 35 years and above. This is
alarming as it has effected productive young
age group. So, it is also a reality that the burden
of NCDs on India is long-lasting. Increasing
urbanization, growth of the food processing
sector, global lifestyles are contributing to rapid
increase in NCDs.
Predominance of NCDs in India is 116 per
1000 population. NCDs affect both rural and
urban people. But, there is higher incidences of
hypertension and diabetes in urban areas due
to living conditions. Males are found to be more
prone to contracting NCDs than females.
l Major NCDs in India are:
l Diabetes: It has risen exponentially from
around 2% to 35-40 % in India, specifically
in metros. This spike is due to urbanization
and has been more proliferating in urban
areas as compared to rural areas.
l Neurological disorders: Aging population
is more vulnerable to neurological diseases,
dementia, stroke, etc. Stroke have grown
4 times in the last 30 years, mainly due to
lifestyle changes, lack of physical activity
and air pollution. In case of stroke, patient
should get the essential treatment in the
golden hour.
l Hypertension: Uncontrolled hypertension
are overwhelming, and may lead to a number
of NCDs: including stroke, cardiac and
renal failure. It has the highest comorbidity
with almost all NCDs.
l Cancer: Cases has been increasing
gradually in India contributing to 9% of
total NCDs death, most prominently breast,
cervix, and lung cancers. About 1/4th of
the cancers are caused by modifiable risk
factors and can be prevented.
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at an alarming rate
l Digestive disease: It includes constipation,
diarrhoea, gallstones, irritable bowel
syndrome (IBS), haemorrhoids, etc. In fact,
digestive issues deteriorate health and can
even be fatal at times. Food habits, physical
exercise and surrounding environment
leads to digestive diseases.
l Respiratory diseases: India has an
excessively high burden of chronic
respiratory diseases. The most common
respiratory diseases are asthma, chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic
fibrosis, lung cancer, tuberculosis,
bronchitis, pneumonia etc. Genetic and
environmental factors are the main risk
factors.
l CVD: Cardiovascular diseases are the main
cause of death globally. As per WHO it is
estimated that 17.9 million people die each
year due to CVD. It is a group of disorders
of the heart and blood vessels like coronary
heart disease, heart attacks, stroke and
rheumatic heart disease.
l Kidney disorders: Kidney disease means
kidneys are damaged and can’t filter blood.
It includes acute kidney injury, kidney
cysts, kidney stones and kidney infections.
Risk factors for NCDs include air
pollution, low physical activity, imbalanced
diet, stress, intoxication like tobacco and
alcohol consumption, obesity and lack of proper
sleep. Apart from this environmental factors,
pollution, genetic and hereditary also play a
major role in NCDs.
Preventive Strategy: NCDs are preventable
with changes in lifestyle, dietary habits,
increase in physical activities, perform yoga
and meditation. Include legumes, milk, omega-3
fatty acids, vegetables, fruits, calcium etc.
in your diet. There is a need for all of us to
change our approach towards NCDs to prevent
the disease. The need of the hour is to take
necessary preventive actions for early
detection and treatment. It is vital to avert
and control risk factors in a unified manner by
mounting strategies and policies to impede the
NCD burden on the country.
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Immune system identifies a food or an

Food allergy ingredient as harmful and triggers the

The fight
antibody immunoglobulin E(IgE) release
to get rid of allergens.

between
l Food Allergy
Do you like milk? Or are you one of those who prepared a list
of reasons just to avoid the consumption of milk? Do you feel
diarrhoea after eating those wheat Rotis? How about the tasty

food and time-pass snack peanuts? In one way or another, the aroma, the
brilliant colours, or the flavours of the dish hypnotizes you, and
you will start regretting it. Regret of the overweight? I agree it

the immune
is one of the important topics to talk about. But this time, it’s
about that your body asking you to stop the consumption of a
particular food or ingredient. Food allergy. By the way, are you
allergic to any food or the ingredient used in the preparation of

system
the food? If yes…
l What is a food allergy?
Some people often feel swelling, tingling, or itching after
having nuts, seafood, etc. This aftermath will make them

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wade through discomforts. Hence it is necessary to
understand the concept of food allergies. Researchers
say around 8% of children, mainly at the age of 5
or less, and 4% of adults suffer from this condition.
But the knowledge of it in society is significantly
less. In simple words, food allergy is an immune
reaction of the human body toward particular food.
The development of the symptoms of this condition
varies from minutes to hours. Hence this needs to be
taken care of.
l The science behind food allergy:
Most of us have a peripheral idea about the
immune system that helps us to fight against
infections as well as toxins. This immune system
identifies a food or an ingredient as harmful and
triggers the antibody immunoglobulin E(IgE) release
to get rid of allergens. The immune memory is pretty
good, isn’t it? Hence whenever you consume the
same food or an ingredient, a chemical called
histamine is released; as a result, the symptoms
are developed.
l Symptoms of the food allergy:
The symptoms are not the same for everyone.
Some may have an itchy mouth; some may start
wheezing. The immune response varies. Hence it is
necessary to understand our food habits as well as
the response of our immune system towards that.
Interesting right?…
l Here are the most common allergic reactions…
l Abdominal pain l Hives l Swelling of face,
tongue, lips, throat, etc l Dizziness l Nasal
Congestion l Diarrhoea l Anaphylaxis
l Nausea l Tightening of airway l Rapid pulse
l Drop in the blood pressure l
Consiouslessness l Runny nose
l Wheezing
Do you know that even there are reported
death cases due to food allergies? Hence it becomes
necessary to understand our food habits, likes and
dislikes, and most importantly, the food ingredients
we consume.
l Major allergens in the market:
The association between the tongue and the food
is a beautiful saga. Food allergens can be referred
to as villains, right? Okay, I agree it’s a bad joke. But
health isn’t a joke to laugh about. It needs primary
attention. It is pretty crucial to get familiar with the
allergens to ward off the discomfort. Here are the
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primary food allergens…
l Milk l Wheat l Soy l Eggs l Fishes l Walnuts
l Peanuts l Crabs l Lobster l Shrimp
The list won’t end here. As the symptoms vary
from person to person, the allergens also depend on
the individual; some may be allergic to Brinjal, and
some cannot have masala tea just because of the
cardamom. Therefore, explore the consequences of
the food or food ingredients and try to understand the
nature of your body.
l Milk allergy or lactose intolerance?
Have you ever heard of people denying coffee
or tea for the condition of lactose intolerance? It is
pretty familiar, right? What is lactose Intolerance,
then? Is it a Milk allergy? I know a lot of questions
are popping up in your mind. In simple words, lactose
intolerance differs from milk allergy as it doesn’t
involve the immune system. Usually, people get
easily confuse milk allergy with lactose intolerance,
similar to that gluten allergy and gluten intolerance.
Food intolerance conditions can be treated with the
advanced medical technology available today.
l Food allergy test:
The experts say there is no specific test or diagnosis
method to identify a food allergy. However, as various
factors influence the condition of food allergy, the
doctor considers the following to understand the
situation better.
l Symptoms: Symptoms are the direct clue to
analyse the condition. Based on the food and the
respective reaction of the same helps a doctor to
understand food allergy better.
l Hereditary Food allergies: Some food allergies
are transferred from the parents to the children.
In such cases, family history plays a vital role.
The discussion with the specialist helps to
resolve the allergic food issue.
l Blood test: It is one of the most recommended
tests as it clearly measures the reaction of IgE.
l Elimination diet: This is a trial-and-error
method. The doctor asks to try and skip the
suspected food to study the aftermath.
l The food challenge: This is quite an interesting
test. At the doctor’s office, you are asked to eat
a small amount of the suspected food. Over a
period of time, the dosage of food is increased.
The consequences are listed and studied to
prescribe the best medicine.
l Food allergy Treatments:
The condition of food allergy cannot be treated
permanently. The medicines help to reduce the
effect of the allergy at that time. The doctors usually
advise avoiding allergens. For mild food allergies,
medication is prescribed. In case of a major allergy,
emergency injections are suggested.
We all agree that life is all about exposure and
experience. In this rush, we forget about precious
health. It is essential to maintain good health along
with the fun of life. Cultivating healthy habits,
exercising, and meditating will definitely help in
avoiding allergens. Instead of depending on medicine,
determination effectively solves food allergies. By the
way, where shall I get the best coffee in your city?
Ohh, No forgot to tell you that I am allergic to milk…
So maybe some black coffee?
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Vydehi Institute of Medical

Essential
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Bangalore - 560066
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Care in
Winter
Winter and your skin feels dry, rough, and scaly.
Worrying isn’t it!! Do you know it’s not only the
cold weather but also the lack of hydration, lack of
nutrients, not wearing winter protection clothing,
etc., harming skin? And the most important thing to
remember is that improper care can lead to irritated,
cracked, reddish, itchy skin and a burning sensation.
l Some natural remedies for skin care in
winter: Following a proper skincare routine
with some natural remedies can help moisturize
and repair the damage on skin. Let’s look at some
of the natural remedies to make skin healthy and
glowing:
l Body Mists: These are quick remedies for dry
skin. They can keep skin hydrated throughout the
day. Just spraying plain water will make skin dry
and tight. Hence adding the moisturizing agent
to the water can help create natural moisturizers
or body mists.
Hibiscus-rose water spray is an excellent
natural winter moisturizer that is helpful if you have
sensitive and dry skin. In order to prepare it, boil
4-5 Hibiscus flowers in a water bowl. Then add a few
drops of rose water and put it in a spray bottle. Use it
throughout the day.

Along with cold weather, other

external environmental factors
also harm skin significantly. You
can regularly protect skin from
environmental damage by using the
natural remedies. Here we will be
discussing some of the natural ways
and some daily routines to make
skin moisturized and glowing.
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l Tulsi and Honey: Tulsi or Basil leaves have
numerous beauty advantages. It is high
in Vitamins, Electrolytes, Minerals, and
Phytonutrients (plant nutrients). Tulsi consists of
vital oils which will nourish and moisturize skin.
Honey contains anti-inflammatory, hydrating,
and therapeutic effects, which will help cure
dryness. To prepare this natural ingredient, take
tulsi leaves along with water and make a paste of
it. Then add a teaspoon of honey to it. Apply this
paste on skin, leave it for 15 minutes and then
wash it with warm water.
l Malai and Masoor Dal Face pack: Facial skin
is much thinner and more sensitive than the skin
on other body parts. Therefore, face needs greater
care in winter. Malai – Masoor dal paste face pack
is beneficial if you have dehydrated skin. Masoor
Dal improves skin health and removes dead skin
cells. Take one teaspoon of malai and one and a
half teaspoons of powdered masoor dal. Mix both
of them and then apply them to face. Keep it for
15 minutes, and then wash it out.
l Jojoba oil: The moisturizing property of Jojoba
oil will help skin to retain water and prevent
dryness. It also has anti-microbial and anti-
inflammatory properties. After having a bath,
apply it all over body. This will cure dryness,
redness, flakiness, itchiness, and other skin
problems. Besides this, coconut oil, Almond oil,
and Argan oil are some excellent oils for winter.
l Lifestyle changes to incorporate for healthy skin
l Avoid long showers: Having a long hot water
bath is a fantastic feeling in winter. But you
should avoid doing it as hot water deprives skin
of its oil. Instead, take a bath in lukewarm water
for less time. Also, use light soaps and avoid
strong soaps, which can dry off the skin.
l Keep yourself hydrated: You will generally
feel less thirsty in winter and drink less water.
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Unfortunately, this will also affect skin. Therefore,
keeping yourself hydrated is as important as
using natural remedies to hydrate skin.
l Create a moist environment inside your
home: Humidified air plays a crucial role in
keeping skin from being dried. Use humidifiers
inside home to keep the environment moist. This
will help skin in retaining moisture.
l Consume certain foods to enrich your skin:
Include fruit juices, milk, buttermilk, coconut
water, etc., in diet. Make sure to eat foods rich in
omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin C. You can also
take foods that are rich in antioxidants.
l Wear proper winter clothing: Along with all
these remedies, ensure to cover yourself with
proper winter clothing. This protects skin from
cold winds and keeps it warm. Some clothes you
need to wear are coats, sweaters, boots, caps,
gloves, mufflers, and ear covers.
l Conclusion
Along with cold weather, other factors also impact
skin. External environmental factors such as air
and water pollution also harm skin significantly.
Dust and other harmful pollutants in the air cause
dullness, wrinkles, acne, dryness, etc. If you reside in
metropolitan cities where high pollution levels are,
then you are at risk of developing skin pigmentation,
premature aging, and skin cancer. Along with this,
the water supply consists of various toxic chemical
contents that harm skin differently. Worrying isn’t
it …don’t worry. You can regularly protect skin from
environmental damage by using the natural remedies
discussed above.
Skin will also get harmed by certain cosmetic
products you use for makeup, such as foundation, eye
makeup, concealers, etc. Certain cosmetics are oil-
based, which after a certain period of time, clogs the
pores of the skin. This results in causing acne and
also makes skin dull. Make sure to remove makeup
and use the natural remedies.
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Medical Director, Cosmeto Care Skin, Hair and Aesthetic Clinic

Ageing and skin

Age fast, age slow – it’s up to you
-Dr Kenneth H Cooper

Ageing is a complex biological process which results

from accumulation of molecular and cellular damage over
time. As we age the skin undergoes few structural and
functional changes which is evident as wrinkling, loss of
volume and elasticity.
l Ageing is classified into
l Intrinsic – Genetically controlled, inevitable process
which occurs with passage of time which is otherwise
called Chronological Ageing.
l Extrinsic – Changes which occur due to chronic
exposure to sunlight, pollution and life style factors
like smoking and alcohol.
l Mechanisms and theories to explain ageing
l Telomere shortening
l Oxidative damage due to ROS
l TGF-Beta/Smad signalling pathway
l Accumulation of Advanced glycation end products
l Epigenetic theory
l Psychological stress
l Factors contributing to changes of Ageing
l Changes in muscles – Repeated muscular traction
(Ex: Muscles of facial expression – formation of fine
lines and wrinkles)
l Gravitational forces – Lead to altered distribution of
fat and sagging of skin.
l Alteration in subcutaneous fat – Reduced in
periorbital area, cheeks, temple and forehead.
Increased in submentum, jowls, jawline, outer aspect
of nasolabial fold.
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l Loss of bone and cartilage volume.
l Decrease in collagen and elastin.
l Signs of Ageing
l Uneven skin tone and texture
l Xerosis
l Pigmentary dyschromia
l Telangiectasia
l Sagging of skin
l Lines and wrinkles (forehead lines, crow’s
feet, frown lines, bunny lines, marionette lines,
horizontal neck lines, perioral rhytides)
l Hollow cheeks
l Brow ptosis
l Eyelid ptosis
l Tear trough
l Thinning of upper lip
l Jowls
l Platysmal bands
l Benign and malignant growths – Acrochordons,
Seborrheic keratosis, SCC, BCC, Malignant
melanoma l Treatment
The facial structure in the form of an inverted l Topical retinoid
triangle in youth changes into a pyramid as one ages l Topical peptides, growth factors and cytokines
due to gravity, loss of volume and descent of facial fat. l Chemical peels
INVERTED TRIANGLE OF YOUTH l Electrocautery
PYRAMID OF AGEING l Microdermabrasion
Prevention l Micro needling
l IPL
l Avoid exogenous factors like Sunlight, Pollution, l Lasers – Ablative and non-ablative.
Smoking and Alcohol l Botulinum toxin injection
l Avoidance of stress l Soft tissue augmentation with fillers and fat
l Oral and topical antioxidants transfer
l Sunscreens l Thread lift
l Moisturiser l Non-invasive treatments – Bipolar radiofrequency
l Eat a healthy and balanced diet and high intensity focused ultrasound
l Get adequate sleep l Stem cell therapy and hormone replacement
l Keep yourself hydrated therapy are among the recent advances.

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 eye Care: What you
should know?
Here are some frequently asked questions
to ophthalmologist about eye health
l What is retina?
Retina is the photosensitive inner lining of
the eye (similar to the photographic film of a
camera). When light enters the eye, the image
is first formed on the retina and then sent to the
brain via the Optic Nerve
Eye care l What is macula?
Macula is the centre of the retina. For
practical purposes, all fine vision is located at
the macula.
l Who all need a retina check-up?
It is recommended that people with high
numbers, all diabetics and people > 40 years of
age get the retina checked at least once a year.
l How does the doctor check my retina?
By putting some drops called “mydriatics”
which dilate the pupils. The retina is the
examined by an instrument called the “indirect
‹ Dr. K. Bhujang Shetty ophthalmoscope”.
Founder Chairman, Narayana Nethralaya l Can I drive back after a retina check-up?
Rajajinagar, Bengaluru-10
Will someone need to accompany me for the
Ph : +91-80-66121481
Email : info@narayananethralaya.com
check-up? – the pupillary dilatation can often
info@nnmail.org cause significant blurring of vision for 3-4
Website : www.narayananethralaya.org hours. It is therefore recommended not to drive
after the test. It is for the same reason that we
often ask someone to accompany the patient for
the test. (especially patients with already poor
vision)
l What is diabetic retinopathy?
Diabetes affects the retinal capillaries and
other blood vessels. The effects of these on the
retina is termed diabetic retinopathy.
l Do all diabetics need a retina examination?
Yes. Why did my diabetologist advise me
a retina/fundus examination? – to check
for diabetic retinopathy, a disease that can
permanently damage vision.
l How does diabetic retinopathy affect
vision?
It affects vision by producing swelling
in the macula (called macular oedema) or
by producing new blood vessels in the eye
(neovascularization) which can then lead to
vitreous haemorrhage or retinal detachment.
l Do all Myopes need a retinal examination?
Yes, it is preferable. People with numbers
are more prone to develop weak areas (Lattice
Degeneration) and retinal holes. They are also
at higher risk of retinal detachment, especially
if there is also a family history.
l What are the symptoms of retinal tear/
detachment?
A sudden appearance of floaters, flashes
that persist even after eye closure, curtain-like
field loss and loss of vision.

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 Silent caffeine
addiction
l Does retinal laser require admission?
No. retinal lasers are outpatient
procedures (OPD).
l Is retinal laser painful?
No. but there is some discomfort
during the procedures and few patients
may complain of mild pain. Lasers are
generally well tolerated.
l What is age-related macular ‹ Sunil S Chiplunkar
degeneration? M Pharm (Pharmacology) MBA (Marketing)
Age related macular degeneration PGDHRM (PhD)
(ARMD) refers degenerative changes VP-Business Development
occurring in the central retina Group Pharmaceuticals, Bengaluru Ph: 6364578669
characterized by deposition of a yellow email: 1969sunilchiplunkar@gmail.com
material called Drusen. ARMD is of 2 www.pharmaceuticalshealthcare.blogspot.in
types: Dry or Wet in wet ARMD, there is
a collection of fluid or blood under the Ganja, charas, marijuana, cocaine, MDMA (Ecstasy) and so
retina. on … when we ask people about drug addiction, these are the
l Can ARMD be reversed? names that come to our mind, very rarely is caffeine addiction
ARMD cannot be reversed. Its even considered as a drug addiction. Yes, it is true that the
progress can only be slowed or arrested most prevalent invisible drug addiction is due to caffeine
to some extent. mainly through tea and coffee consumption. With the advent
l What is Avastin? of energy drinks containing higher amounts of caffeine, and
Avastin (Bevacizumab) is an anti- people compulsively going for these beverages – the caffeine
VEGF drug injected into the eye for addiction phenomenon is even called the silent epidemic of
treatment of diseases like WET ARMD caffeine addiction.
and macular oedema due to diabetes or Caffeine addiction starts innocuously as it is a common
retinal vein occlusions. It is not FDA home beverage consumed even in households that shun alcohol
approved. beverages. Thus, the regular consumption of coffee or tea
l What is lucentis/accentrix?
Accentrix (ranibizumab) previously
known as Lucentis is the FDA approved
and current GOLD STANDARD for
treatment of wet ARMD worldwide. It is
also approved for macular oedema due to
diabetes and vein occlusions. It belongs
to the antiVEGF group.
l Will there be any pain during IR after
the injection?
Not really. The eye is made numb with
the help of drops and the drug is injected
into the eye via a microneedle.
l Do we need to stay in the hospital
after the injection?
The injections per say take just a few
minutes. The patient is immediately
allowed to go home.
l Can we resume work the next day?
Yes, definitely. Only care that needs to
be taken is to instil drops regularly.

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 Caffeine is a
psychoactive
drug. It is a
sleep killer
and promotes
alertness plus a
feeling of being
energetic makes it
a case for habitual
compulsive
consumption.
in socialization sets off a series of chemical events
inside the body creating caffeine cravings. Studies
have shown 100 mg caffeine consumption per day ie.,
the amount in a cup of coffee - can create physical
dependence. The fact that caffeine is a sleep killer
and promotes alertness plus a feeling of being
energetic makes it a case for habitual compulsive
consumption. The wide spread social acceptance
of coffee and tea drinking, lack of any negative
reinforcement for caffeine beverage consumption,
easy availability and absence of taboos for coffee
or tea drinking has created an invisible social
phenomenon of caffeine addiction.
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l Caffeine withdrawal
John Hopkins Medicine recognizes caffeine
withdrawal as a disorder. Caffeine withdrawal
syndrome is included in the Diagnostic and Statistical
Manual of Mental Disorders (5th Edition, American
Psychiatric Association). Caffeine withdrawal
refers to stopping of caffeine consumption and the
consequent signs and symptoms of this action.
Caffeine withdrawal experiences are different for each
individual. Most common symptoms are - fatigue,
headache, lassitude, felling of reduced energy, doing
lesser activities, drowsiness, low alertness, depressed
mood, irritability, difficulty in concentrating and lack
of clarity in thinking. Statistics say 80% to 90% of
adults in North America regularly consume caffeine.
So it is difficult to say how prevalent is caffeine
withdrawal syndrome.
l Caffeine – CNS stimulant
Caffeine is a psychoactive drug: stimulates
the brain and spinal cord. Caffeine is described as
the cheapest, legal and widely available drug in
the world. Regular caffeine intake leads to mental,
psychological, physical and emotional dependence.
Caffeine blocks the adenosine receptors of the brain,
thereby adenosine cannot bind with its receptor; this
avoids drowsiness. Hence, caffeine is a sleep killer.
One of the common causes of sleep deprivation
across the globe is caffeine. The net result of sleep
deprivation is ill health and even increased incidence
of stroke and heart attack.
In an interesting study, it was observed caffeine
drinking counters caffeine withdrawal in individuals
and this shows up as improved performance. Thus,
the person is actually, suffering caffeine withdrawal
syndrome.
Caffeine status in society is that of Dr. Jekyll
and Mr. Hyde. There are benefits of a feeling
alertness, better work performance, tea provides
antioxidants too, green tea has caffeine but also offers
other health benefits; and socialization improves
through caffeine consumption. However, Mr. Hyde
characteristics of creating caffeine addiction, and
perils of energy drinks like dehydration and sleep
deprivation - are creating silent collateral damage
in society. A middle path where caffeine holidays
are declared by an individual (on certain days of the
week, the person abstains from caffeine consumption)
will surely pave the way to better health.
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‹ Dr. Mrinal Sharma
Head, Department of Orthopedics
Amrita Hospital, Faridabad
l Steroid use entails a
real risk of avascular
necrosis of the hip in
which blood supply to
bone is reduced and
it begins to die and
deform.
l There is a spike of
20-30% in cases of
avascular necrosis of
hip in post-pandemic
period.
Unrestricted consumption of
steroids by Covid patients during
the pandemic has led to a sharp
increase in cases of avascular
necrosis of hip (AVN) affecting
the hip joint, with even young
people in their 20s reporting to
hospital with complaints of hip
and thigh pain and difficulty
walking. They now need to
undergo years of treatment that
includes physical therapy and
anti-inflammatory medications,
and, in extreme cases, surgical
intervention to rebuild the joint
or even hip replacement. There
is a 20-30% spike in cases of
avascular necrosis of hip, also
called osteonecrosis, in the post-
pandemic period.
The use of corticosteroids
(especially at high doses) even
for a few months or years is
associated with potentially
serious adverse events. Their use
is a common cause of avascular
necrosis of the hip, a condition
which involves death of bone
tissue due to reduced blood
supply. Bone death eventually
leads to collapse, sometimes only
in a matter of months. The hip ball
gets deformed into a mushroom
shape and cannot bear the load of
the body. This results in arthritis
of the hip joint, with symptoms
like pain in hip and inner thighs,
stiffness, and inability to walk.
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Overuse of steroids
may trigger
destruction of hip joint
How steroids lead to AVN is not
clearly understood but some
believe that corticosteroids can
increase levels of lipid (fatty
acid) in the blood, reducing blood
flow to the bones.
Incidence of avascular
necrosis of hip is high among
steroid takers. There is no
known cause in 60-70% of AVN
cases. The rest are caused by
factors like excessive drinking
or taking steroids, such as by
gym goers or patients of diseases
like rheumatoid arthritis or
lung problems. Sometimes,
quacks also mix steroids in their
medicines to offer quick relief
without informing patients.
Steroid abuse has been seen in
people who were on acute or
long-term treatment of Covid.
Many of them took steroids
indiscriminately without any
dosage control or supervision
by doctor, by buying these
directly from pharmacists.
This has caused a surge of 20-30%
in cases of avascular necrosis of
hip in the post-Covid period.
We are finding that one out
of every five patients coming
to us with problems of the
hip has a history of taking
steroids for Covid treatment.
Many have abused steroids
without prescription. We are
seeing many such cases of hip
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age group of 20-30 years. I know
of a 21-year-old patient who had
to undergo hip transplant due to
the after-effects of rampant use
of steroids during the pandemic.
Early diagnosis of avascular
necrosis of hip is essential to
save the hip joint. There is no
cure for this disease which is
progressive and will worsen
every year if not treated. When
you get symptoms like hip or
thigh pain and have a history
of steroid use, you need to
see a doctor immediately for
an X-ray or MRI scan. Get
treatment started as early as
possible.
Early medication for
AVN involves bed rest,
use of blood thinners, and
bisphosphonates. Intermediate
stage might benefit from core
decomposition. In later stages,
surgical intervention may be
the only recourse left. Total Hip
Replacement (THR) is indicated
in advanced stage of joint
destruction. Among preventive
measures, keep your
cholesterol level low, as fat is
the most common substance
in the body that can block
blood supply to bones. Also,
take steroids only under doctor
supervision. It is also important
to limit your alcohol intake.
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Struggling with washing your winter wear?
this is how you can keep germs off
your favorite winter wear this season
Winters are here and so
the rise of health and
breathing problems.
While our winter clothes
can be the harbinger of
these nasty germs, there
are simple, yet effective
ways that can help
us stay safe and keep
healthy.
With the increasing nip in the air, it is time to take
out your favorite coats, jumpers and jackets. What
it also means is that laundry cycles will lessen in
frequency as most winter wear cannot be washed as
regularly as you would like. Plus, they aren’t so easy
to wash and often take additional time to dry. These
are expensive and one doesn’t want to ruin them
by washing them too often. Not being able to wash
something can lead to a germ build up in our loved
winter wear.
According to Charles Gerba, a microbiologist
at the University of Arizona, the fact that winter
clothes are not washed frequently can cause bacteria
and germs to build up, making you sick. Add to it, the
viruses that are rampant in this season; your winter
wear can act as a fomite and transfer germs, triggering
the spread of infectious diseases. Especially with
scarves and stoles, which are closer to your face and
mouth, droplets with viruses stick around in your
clothing and cause a risk of further infections.
While our winter clothes can be the harbinger
of these nasty germs, there are simple, yet
effective ways that can help us stay safe and keep
healthy.
First, make sure that you spend time on conscious
storage. Segregate your winter woollens away
from other summer clothes. Even within winter
wear, keep the ones you have worn separate from
the fresh clothes. Make sunny days your clothes’
best friends. Spread out your winter wear in the sun
when you can, to help get rid of any smells and even
drive away smaller insects. Keep moth balls wrapped
in cloth, in the closet that you store your winter wear
in and make sure you store away from any kind of
moisture.
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Most importantly, it is essential to get rid of the
germs between washes. Let’s face it, it is impossible
to wash clothes every day and very difficult to do in
winters especially when clothes take more time to
dry. With the right product however, it can be super
easy to disinfect clothes every day after coming back
home, even without using water. Keeping a clothes
disinfectant spray handy can be extremely
useful, especially when wanting to repeat outfits for
your favourite winter outings, travels or attending
weddings when clothes can’t be washed regularly.
Using disinfectant and refreshing spray will
not just help in killing viruses and 99.99% germs,
including molds, fungi and odour causing bacteria. It
leaves behind a fresh breeze fragrance which has a
cheerful citrus and floral harmony that is refreshing.
It is wise to choose a product that can be used on
wide variety of clothes and fabrics such as woollens,
denims, chiffons, cottons, and even bedsheets. Items
like towels & gym wear, which can be hotbeds for
germs can also easily be disinfected on the go with a
clothes disinfectant spray.
Give your winter clothes time to breathe before
you adorn them again; this helps get rid of wrinkles
and allows the fabric to bounce back.
So, this winter, keep these tips handy so you can
flaunt your best winter wear without having to worry
about germs and infections, because after all, hygiene
sahi toh health sahi.
l Basis Lab study on select fabrics
Do not use on silk, rayon acetate, fabrics with
embellishment, leather or suede. Use on inanimate
objects only. Always test for suitability on a small
inconspicuous area prior to use. Do not saturate
fabric. Fabrics may vary in quality.
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 Do you have chicken skin?
It’s actually Keratosis Pilaris
The condition is difficult to cure completely but can be managed
with medicated creams and occasionally oral medications and
minor skin procedures may help skin appearance.
‹ Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu
Consultant Dermatologist
and Aesthetic Physician
Aster RV hospitals
It is a well-known factor that film and sports
celebrities form the influencer group in society
both in US and in India. When international boxer
Mohammed Ali developed Parkinson’s disease and
Super Man star Christopher Reeve had spinal injury
with Paralysis both evinced interest in the disorder
among common people and scientific fraternity in
the quest for better understanding and treatment of
the condition.
In India in recent past two film celebrities
Ms Yami Gautami and Ms Samantha Ruth
Prabhu made open they being affected by
Keratosis Pilaris and Myositis sometimes seen by
dermatologists since most celebrities approach their
Skin Physician has it is very important for them to
establish their beauty and candour with a huge fan
following, they have in society.
Keratosis Pilaris which is commonly known
as chicken skin and has been in focus and attention
due to the common public being exposed to the
terminology which they probably knew but were
unaware whether to seek the attending of a physician
or not.
Keratosis condition that causes rough patches and
small, skin coloured or red swelling-like bumps on the
skin. This condition develops when the skin produces
too much of a protein called keratin, which can block
hair follicles and cause bumps to develop. The bumps
are usually on the arms, thighs, cheeks and buttocks.
They’re white, sometimes red, and typically don’t
hurt or itch.
The condition is difficult to cure completely
but can be managed with medicated creams and
occasionally oral medications and minor skin
procedures may help skin appearance.
It is known to be a bit more common in females
than males but both sexes can be affected and winter
exacerbation of the condition is known to occur
possibly related to xerosis (dryness) and friction
due to extra layers of clothing that occurs in Winter.
In fact, worsening of the spiny bumps is known in
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pregnant and lactating mothers. Improvement occurs
as people age but some activity may persist well into
middle age when it may fade away slowly.
In some people, mild redness around the spiny
red dots or in some pigmentation around the spiny
skin bumps can occur which make them seek medical
attention. This can occur on the face, cheeks and neck.
The condition may coexist with other disorders like
Ichthyosis (fish like scaly skin disorder) and Atopic
dermatitis (Eczema) and they too get flared up in
Winter perhaps showing us grouping of the common
drying skin disorders that flare up in certain seasons.
Diagnosis is straightforward for an
experienced dermatologist on looking at the spiny
bumps in the hair follicular area involving the arms,
thighs and trunk of the body and occasionally face
and neck. It has to be differentiated from a few other
similar disorders that are seen in children like Lichen
Spineless and Phrynodermas (Vitamin A and Fatty
acid deficiency due to poor diet). An experienced
dermatologist will be able to reach a diagnosis with
good observation and if required a few diagnostic
tests.
Treatment of the condition is based on
simple measures like simple emollient creams
and keratolytic agents (that exfoliate the outer
skin areas), but the condition itself spontaneously
can improve as there are seasonal changes from
winter to spring and summer. The other treatments
are topical retinoid creams (Vit A synthetic derived
agents), topical steroid creams for short duration
and sometimes oral therapies by oral retinoids
are also done. Minor cosmetic procedures like
Microdermabrasion and Laser therapies like long
pulsed diodes or pulsed dye lasers have also been
tried with some success in certain individuals.
Overall, the condition can be managed with a bit
of cooperation from the patient and the doctor with a
good explanation of the benign nature of the condition
and realistic expectations fromthe treatment.
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‹ Dr. Sharanabasappa Hatti
Stromal Tumour
Senior Consultant Surgical Oncology
HCG Cancer Center, Kalaburagi.
We have all occasionally experienced
abdominal pains followed by nausea
or vomiting, loss of appetite or weight
loss. Often, we ignore them because they
turn out to be ulcers or acidity. However,
sometimes these symptoms, if ignored
over a long period, could be fatal. An
uncommon yet serious type of cancer
that appears in the gastrointestinal tract
is Gastrointestinal stromal tumour, also
known as GIST.
The growth of aberrant cells that
form inside the tissues of the digestive system has
an impact on the development of Gastrointestinal
stromal tumour (GIST). This tumour has unique
characteristics since it is fundamentally different
from more typical tumours like stomach and colon
cancer. The development of cells presumed to
originate from a particular type of nerve cell found in
the walls of the digestive organs is a critical feature
that sets GIST apart. Typically, the small intestine and
stomach are the organs most susceptible to develop
gastrointestinal stromal tumours.
l The causes of GIST
The precise cause of this cancer is still uncertain
because of the GIST’s sporadic growth pattern.
The medical community’s understanding of how
specific DNA alterations result in the development of
abnormal cells that causes GIST has, however, made
significant strides. Little is known about the risk
factors that contribute to the disease. The few but
significant risk factors for GIST is listed below.
l Old age: Although GIST can affect people of any
age, people under the age of 40 are much less
likely to develop it than people over the age of 50,
who account for most GIST cases.
l Genetic mutation runs in families: Those with
sporadic GISTs only have cancer cells, in contrast
to people who inherited defective genes from one
of their parents, who have aberrant genes in all
of their cells.
l Gender: Men account for most of GIST cases, in
comparison to women.
l Symptoms
l Mass swelling within the abdomen region
l Significant weight loss
l Abdominal pain
l Loss of appetite
l Nausea and vomiting
l Bowel irritation and problems
l Diagnosis and Treatment
If a patient experience any of the above-mentioned
symptoms on a regular basis, it is recommended to
visit the nearest doctor for the necessary tests.
l The diagnosis of GIST uses several types of
tests:
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Abdominal pain and loss of appetite
can be a sign of Gastrointestinal
Stromal Tumour (GIST). The growth
of aberrant cells that form inside the
tissues of the digestive system has an
impact on the development of GIST.
l CT or CAT scan: The scan is often considered to
be the best and most accessible tool that enables
the diagnosis of GIST. The interior of the body
is depicted in pictures by a CT scan utilising
x-rays obtained from various angles. These
images are combined by a computer to create a
detailed, three-dimensional image that reveals
any anomalies or malignancies.
l MRI scan: MRI is considered very helpful in the
process of determining the degree of abdominal
cancer among patients with GISTs. MRIs can
also be used to check for cancer that has possibly
returned or spread, especially in the brain or
spine.
l Endoscopic Ultrasound: The doctor can view
the big bowel or stomach interior during an
endoscopy. As a result, the GIST’s exact position
and size may be identified. It is helpful in
determining how far a tumour has encroached
on the GI tract wall.
When an individual is diagnosed with GIST, the
nature of treatment may vary based on individual
cases. Surgery is the most often employed
treatment for GIST in situations of little and
big-sized tumours. In case the tumour becomes
metastatic, targeted medication treatment becomes
the more successful form of treatment. The treatment
process uses drugs that target specific proteins
associated with the growth and division of GIST, as
a result, tumour size can be reduced or at least the
growth is mitigated.
It is highly critical to visit a doctor at the
nearest hospital if one notices any symptoms of
Gastrointestinal stromal tumour.
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 skin irritation. Additionally, resveratrol contains
‹ Mr. Darshit Patel antibacterial and antifungal characteristics that aid
Chief Scientific Officer in the treatment of urinary and digestive system
Decode Age infections.
Aside from making red wine and dark chocolate
sensible ways to indulge, this plant-based chemical

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provides a slew of health advantages (in moderation).
Indeed, regular wine drinking (up to one 5-ounce glass
for women and two 5-ounce glasses for men per day)
is thought to be one of the reasons the French live

boosting
long lives and have less cardio-metabolic diseases.
The “French Paradox” may explain why, despite their
affluent diets, the French have low incidence of heart
disease.

benefits of
Resveratrol is a polyphenol that is also
crucial for defending the body against cellular
damage caused by free radicals. When your body

Resveratrol
digests food, you breathe in cigarette smoke, or you
are exposed to radiation, free radicals naturally
generate in your body. They target cells and are
erratic. They are also to blame for the emergence of
various disorders associated with ageing.
The majority of resveratrol research has been
conducted in animal and test tube experiments
Resveratrol belongs to the polyphenols class
utilising extremely high doses. The majority of
of plant micronutrients. Polyphenols are organic
human trials have employed the supplement version
compounds produced by plants in order to withstand
of resveratrol, which is a more concentrated form
drought or disease assault. These chemicals can be
than you would obtain from diet. While these findings
found in plant diets and provide a number of health
are encouraging, additional study on people is needed
advantages. Peanuts, berries, and grapes contain
before suggesting resveratrol administration for
resveratrol. It is also found in larger concentrations
specific health concerns.
in red wine.
l These typical conditions can be prevented by
Resveratrol possesses antioxidant and anti-
inflammatory characteristics that help protect
resveratrol:
1. Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant
us against illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, and
The scientific literature frequently discusses the
Alzheimer’s.
antioxidant abilities of resveratrol. Free radicals
Resveratrol’s anti-inflammatory properties
are by-products of bodily natural processes that
make it an effective treatment for arthritis and
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sources, such as exposure to X-rays, ozone, smoking,
air pollutants, and industrial chemicals.
This antioxidant is able to donate a hydrogen atom
or an electron to stabilise free radicals. Because of
this, it has been hailed as a natural strategy to combat
cancer and heart disease, as well as to slow down the
ageing process and reduce inflammation.
2. Helps in improving Heart Health
Resveratrol provides a lot of advantages for
heart health because of its antioxidant capabilities.
According to studies, nitric oxide helps blood arteries
relax while resveratrol lowers blood pressure and
cholesterol.
Resveratrol is believed to aid in the body’s
increased nitric oxide production, which lowers
blood pressure. According to a study published in
Nutrition and Metabolism, resveratrol is a powerful
antioxidant with anti-inflammatory, anti-platelet
aggregation, anti-carcinogenic, cartilage-protective,
and anti-aging properties.
It also improves endothelial function, which
means it has been shown to help fight cancerous cells
and prevent blood clots and inflammation, which can
result in strokes and heart attacks. To help reduce
blood pressure, a precise dose of the resveratrol
supplement is required, although further study is
required to discover this.
3. Resveratrol might have antifungal and
antibacterial effects
The antioxidant is believed to prevent the
development of viral biofilms as well as bacterial
growth. One test dealt with E. coli with resveratrol
and discovered a change in the bacterium’s shape
and structure. Since most studies so far have been
conducted in-vitro, researchers are unsure of exactly
how resveratrol fights bacteria or how effective it is
in people.
However, investigations have shown that it may
have significant promise as a natural antibacterial
agent.
4. Our brain might be protected against
illnesses by resveratrol
Resveratrol’s antioxidant properties have been
shown to have a protective impact against age-related
neurodegenerative illnesses including Parkinson’s,
Alzheimer’s, and stroke, according to research.
Resveratrol has the capacity to inhibit the
oxidative pathways that result in neuronal cell death
and inflammation, as well as protect nerve cells from
the detrimental effects triggered by oxidative stress.
It does this by activating a disease-fighting protein
(SIRT1) and producing important genes involved in
managing cellular stress (vitagenes).
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5. Diabetes may
be managed with
resveratrol
In those with type
2 diabetes, resveratrol
could help lower fasting
blood sugar and insulin
resistance. Patients
with type 2 diabetes
who take resveratrol
supplements see
improvements in their
fasting blood sugar and
HDL levels, as well as
reductions in blood sugar, HbA1c, insulin levels, and
insulin resistance.
Although the relationship is not entirely evident,
researchers do suggest that the capacity to reduce
blood sugar may be influenced by the reduction of
oxidative stress and an anti-inflammatory response.
6. Blood pressure may be regulated by
resveratrol
Higher than or greater than 150 mg of resveratrol
taken daily may lower systolic blood pressure. This
is the highest value in a blood pressure reading and
indicates how much pressure your heart applies to
the artery walls with each beat. However, there have
been no discernible modifications in diastolic blood
pressure.
l In conclusion
Eating foods containing resveratrol or taking
supplements have no known adverse effects or
allergic reactions. However, if you are allergic to
foods containing resveratrol, such as grapes or wine,
you may experience a response.
People with bleeding issues who are using
anticoagulants like heparin or warfarin, as well as
blood pressure drugs, cancer therapies, and NSAIDs,
may be advised against taking resveratrol. Resveratrol
may potentially interact with other supplements,
medicines, and prescriptions such as blood thinners,
blood pressure medications, antidepressants,
antiviral, antifungal, and immunosuppressant.
Additionally, earlier studies suggest that
resveratrol inhibits the enzyme that aids in
the elimination of various substances, such as
immunosuppressant, blood pressure drugs, and
medications for anxiety. As a result, these drugs may
accumulate to hazardous amounts.
Children, women who are pregnant, or those
who are nursing should avoid using resveratrol
supplements. Always with your doctor before starting
any supplements.
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 Can Homeopathy
Treat Cancer?
‹ Dr. Tejaswi K.P.
Homeo Physician & Professor,
Anuradha Homeo Medical College,
Bengaluru
Surabhi Homeo Clinic
Shop No. 2, #823, 6th Main, 7th Cross
4th Block, BEL Layout, Vidyaranyapura
Bengaluru-560097
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Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide;
every sixth death in the world is due to cancer, making
it the second leading cause of death-second only to
cardiovascular diseases. Homeopathy, as a holistic
system of medicine, is effective in many ways in the
treatment of cancer patients.
World cancer day held on every 4th February
is the global uniting initiative led by Union for
International cancer control, a day to raise awareness
on prevention, detection, and treatment of the cancer.
l What is Cancer?
Cancer is 2nd leading cause of death worldwide,
the most common cancers are Breast, lung, colon,
rectum and prostate cancers, 10 million people die
from cancer every year. More than 40% of cancer-
related deaths could be preventable by adopting
a healthy life style. Many cancers can be cured if
detected early and treated effectively.
l What causes cancer?
Cancers arises from the transformation of normal
cells into cancer cells in a multi-stage process that
generally progresses from a pre-cancerous lesion to
a malignant tumor.
l What are the risk factors for cancer?
Tobacco use, alcohol consumption, unhealthy
diet, physical inactivity and air pollution are major
risk factors for cancer. Viral infections including
Helicobactor pylori, Human papilloma virus and
Hepatitis B and Epstein-Barr virus increase the risk
of developing certain types of cancer. Cancers of
Breast, bowel, stomach and prostate cancers can be
hereditary.
l What are the Myths and Misconceptions about
Cancer?
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Wrong ideas about cancer can lead to needless
worry and even hinder prevention and treatment
outcomes. Here are 6 myths about cancer.
l Myth- Cancer is a death sentence, there is no
cure for cancer
Fact:-Cancer is not a death sentence, despite
increase in cancer cases, cancer is not always
terminal. Many cancers can be cured if detected
early and treated effectively.
l Myth- Cancer is contagious
Fact- Cancer is not contagious; someone with
cancer can’t spread it to others. However, some
sexually transmitted viral diseases like, HPV virus
and Hepatitis B and C, can cause cancers in the cervix
and liver.
l Myth- Cell phones cause cancer
Fact- To date, there is no adequate scientific
evidence that cell phones cause cancer. Exposure to
ionizing radiation, e.g. X-rays, increases the risk of
cancer. Cell phone emits radio waves, a form of non-
ionizing radiation which is absorbed by the body.
l Myth- Cancer surgery or tumor biopsy causes
cancer to spread
Fact- The chances are extremely low, following
standard procedures, surgeons use special methods
and take many steps to prevent cancer cells from
spreading from spreading during biopsies or surgery
to remove tumors.
l Myth- Cancer runs in families
Fact- Not always, only 5-10% of cancers are caused
by harmful gene mutations that are inherited from a
person’s parents. These cancers are called ‘familial’
or ‘hereditary’ cancers.
l Myth-Cancer always comes back
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cancers do recur. Due to advancement of treatments,
therapies the chances of recurrence are gradually
declining.
l What are the early Cancer warning signs?
Though the following symptoms may not be
always due to cancer but if someone is having these,
they should consult their doctor and discuss about
these symptoms.
l Unexplained weight loss- weight loss more than
5 kg’s in a short period of time.
l Fatigue- Extreme fatigue that doesn’t get better
with rest can be an early sign of cancer
l Fever- occurring at night, night sweats without
any signs of infection
l Breast changes- e.g., breast lump, nipple
discharge, redness, pain etc.
l Passing blood in stools (esp., in elderly people),
blood in urine.
l Unusual vaginal bleeding i.e., bleeding which is
not like normal menstrual bleeding.
l How Cancer is treated?
There are various treatment options which are
based on certain factors like stage and site of cancer,
age of the patient, economic condition of the patient,
etc, oncologist who is specialized in cancer treatment
decides, what is best for his patient.
In Conventional treatments like Chemotherapy,
anti-cancer drugs are administered to a cancer patient
and in Radiation therapy, high doses of radiation
(x-rays) both are used to kill the cancer cells. One
should remember that, along with the cancer cells,
healthy, normal cells are also killed.
l Can Homeopathy treat cancer?
The answer is ‘YES’ Homeopathy is beneficial in
following ways
 As a curative treatment- esp. in the early
stages of cancer
 As an adjuvant therapy- The side-effects
of Chemo and Radiation treatments like,
weight loss, nausea and vomiting, frequent
infections, hair loss, cancer pains etc can
be effectively tackled with Homeopathy.
Homeopathic medicines if used along with
chemo and radiation treatments can
l Help to check the side effects.
l Improve the immunity of the patient and in turn
prevent recurrent infections.
l Help the patient to cope up with the chemo or
radiation treatment so that better outcome can
be expected.
l As a palliative treatment in
l Patients with advanced stage of cancer having
short span of life.
l In Aged patients who can’t tolerate or withstand
chemo or radiation therapy or cancer surgery.
l In patients not willing to undergo standard
treatment protocol
In above cases of cancer, where conventional
treatment is not possible, Homeopathy is the best
option for palliative treatment. Homeopathy can
help these patients by improving the quality of life,
minimizing their pain and suffering, so that they live
remaining part of their life happily and meaningfully.

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 Suffering from
Bleeding moles?
It can be a sign of skin cancer

‹ Dr. Shireen Furtado

Consultant - Medical &
Cosmetic Dermatology
Aster CMI Hospital

Skin cancer, though uncommon is increasing. It invasive and easy to treat via surgery.
can easily be detected externally by regular visits to l Squamous cell carcinoma - It is commonly
the dermatologist. The whole body will be examined found in the areas of the body that are exposed
and suspicious lesions will be frozen or biopsied, to friction, carcinogenic substances and in
depending on their appearance. individuals with genetic predisposition to
‹ Types of Skin Cancer cancers.
There are three major types of skin cancer - l Melanoma - It can develop anywhere in body;
l Basal cell carcinoma - This type of skin cancer it usually develops from the cells that give skin
usually appears on the surface of the skin. It is colour- melanocytes. It is the most aggressive
limited to the upper layers of the skin. It is not form of skin cancers – and is dangerous. Early
detection is key to prevent it from spreading.
l Are bleeding moles a common sign of the
disease?
Irregular moles, freckles, or warts are common
signs of skin cancer that are present on the skin
and can appear alone or in groups. They are usually
black or dark brown and can also develop as a pimple-
like bump on the skin due to which they are easily
ignored or dismissed. The majority of the moles are
non-cancerous, and it is normal to have 10-40 moles
from early childhood to 25 years of age.
As a person reaches adulthood, they may
experience sudden changes that are evident in the
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and texture. In some cases, hair may also develop in
the mole whereas in some cases the moles, freckles, or
warts may slowly disappear.
Therefore, observing moles and identifying
the signs and symptoms of skin cancer is
important. You may get worried while differentiating
between a mole or a pimple and may self-diagnose or
misdiagnose thinking it as a sign of cancer.
Identifying moles depends on the size, colour,
height and shape. Bleeding moles are more
dangerous and if they ooze, itch or suddenly
become painful or tender then you should consult
a dermatologist.
In case the colour of the wart or moles is distinct
from that of each other in terms of diameter, evolution
or colour then it may be non-cancerous. If the moles
or warts are red, white, pink or are appearing on
the neck or face with changes in size, shape and
colour then it is advisable to have them checked by a
dermatologist.
Prevention is better than cure in cases of skin
cancer – regular skin checks with dermatologist is
key in early detection of skin cancers.
l How to detect skin cancer at home?
There are several easy ways through which help
to detect potential cancerous growth at home. This
includes the ABCDE test -
l A- Stands for asymmetry test where you
should look out for moles that are uneven or
asymmetrical.
l B - Stands for the border. In this, you need to
check for irregular borders on moles.
l C - Is for colour and melanomas range from white,
pink, black, blue, or red.
l D - This is for diameter where you should look
out for moles that are larger than 1/4 inch or are
the size of a pencil eraser which may indicate the
emergence of melanoma.
l E - Means evolving and you should keep an eye
out for moles that are changing size, shape, or
symptoms like itching, pain, or bleeding.
Skin cancer also doesn’t always appear on the skin
and can manifest near the lungs causing shortness
of breath. If melanoma appears on the head, then it
can lead to headaches or vision changes. If diagnosed
early, then the 5 -year survival rate in skin cancer is
99% and is a treatable condition, but if left untreated
it can be fatal. It is important to regularly examine
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‹ Dr. Vidya V Bhat
Medical Director
RadhaKrishna Multispecialty
Hospital, Bengaluru
Women with early-stage
cervical cancer can go for
treatment options like conization
and trachelectomy that can
preserve their fertility if they
wish to have children. If already
pregnant when diagnosed in
early stages, they can continue
with the pregnancy and deliver
by C-section. However, those
suffering from late-stage cervical
cancer may have to opt for IVF if
they wish to become pregnant.
Hysterectomy is the
preferred surgical treatment
in cervical cancer from Stage
1 to Stage 2a. That is when the
cancer is limited to the cervix
and uterus only. Uterus-saving
surgeries like Conization and
Radical Trachelectomy can be
done only in early stages.
Cervical cancer is highly
preventable and curable if
caught early. Nearly all cervical
cancers can be prevented by
HPV vaccination and routine
cervical cancer screening. Yet,
there is no popular acceptance
of immunization among women
in India, with the immunization
rate hovering below 10%.
HPV vaccination is a safe
and effective way to prevent
cervical cancer. Because HPV
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Cervical cancer and pregnancy
Is it possible for women
with cervical cancer to
become pregnant?
is transmitted sexually, the
HPV vaccine offers optimum
protection when given before a
person becomes sexually active.
Routine HPV vaccination is
recommended for girls starting
at age 11 or 12 years. HPV
vaccination is recommended
up to age 26 years. Some adults
between 27-45 years of age, who
are not already vaccinated, may
get the HPV vaccine after talking
with their doctor about their
risk of new HPV infections.
Routine cervical cancer
screening with HPV test and PAP
smear test is also an important
way to prevent cervical cancer.
Because HPV vaccination
doesn’t protect against all HPV
types that can cause cervical
cancer, one should get oneself
screened at regular intervals.
It is recommended that women
undergo PAP smear test once
every 3 years and HPV DNA test
every 5 years.
The incidence of cervical
cancer in India is 18 per 100,000
population, accounting for
18.3% of all cancers in the
country. It peaks between 35-
65 years of age. Women from
poor socio-economic status are
especially affected, according to
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the doctor. Symptoms of cervical
cancer include watery or bloody
vaginal discharge which may
be heavy, continuous and foul
smelling, vaginal bleeding after
intercourse or between periods,
and post-menopausal bleeding.
Recounting the various
challenges in treatment of
cervical cancer. Most women in
India are neither immunized
nor screened for the disease.
The condition is especially
prevalent among women of low
socio-economic status, and most
of them come for treatment at
an advanced stage. Healthcare
providers in rural areas are not
properly trained about different
screening methods. In addition,
treatment for advanced stage
of the disease is available only
at tertiary centers, which are
not easily accessible for most
women in the country.
Infection from HPV, which is
a group of 150 related viruses, is
the most important risk factor
of cervical cancer. Women who
become sexually active at a
young age, especially before 18
years of age, and those who are
using oral contraceptives for a
long time are also susceptible to
this disease.
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Beware of the
Beauty Parlour
Stroke Syndrome
It’s always a great experience for a woman and
these days a male to visit a beauty parlour for meeting
their grooming and styling requirements which have
advanced with the beauty and cosmetics market and
procedures improving to unprecedented levels since
the era of 2000.
However, it would always be prudent and in the
interest of the parlour to partner with their local area
General doctor /Dermatologist / Hospitals for certain
untoward situations that occur in their customers
from a very minor allergy to severe allergic reactions
and also to an entity called Beauty Parlour
Stroke syndrome also called in medical terms
“Rotational Vertebral artery Syndrome”
Hair washing, vigorous neck massage, hair
transplant done by someone who’s not technically
qualified, chin lifting, and cosmetic treatment
could all potentially lead to people suffering from
a stroke in the salon.
The dictum is for parlours to be careful in not to
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‹ Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu
Consultant Dermatologist
and Aesthetic Physician
Aster RV hospitals
Hyperextend the neck backwards to more
than 20 degrees from the flat imaginary
line when bending backwards. The blood
vessels from the neck areas pass on to the
brain from the neck and are susceptible
to get kinked (pressurized on bending)
and cause in certain people to cause blood
supply to be affected to certain brain areas
with an ultimate condition resembling
stroke.
Support of the nape of the neck by a folded
towel is beneficial to restrict hyperextension of
neck.
Symptoms can range from dizziness,
syncope, (fainting) impaired vision/rapid eye
rotation, nausea, Eye pupillary disturbances and
other motor and sensory deficits (loss of sensation
and movements of the concerned area) that occur
with head rotation and Immediate attention to be to
reach out to a hospital centre that has good facilities
to manage a complex disorder like Stroke.
Moreover, beauty parlour staff should exercise
caution when washing hair of customers or
giving them massages. Customers should request
gentle massages rather than vigorous ones to avoid
putting too much pressure on the blood vessels, which
might result in a stroke. In addition, it is advised that
if a person suffers from any recurring pain, they
should consult a doctor instead of getting a home
massage.
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Health technology
DeepTek launches its new AI powered
lumbar spine quantification automation
tool “DeepSpine”
DeepTek, a leading health
tech startup in the Radiology
AI space announced the
global launch of DeepSpine -
an AI powered lumbar spine
quantification and metrics
tool designed to analyze
MRI lumbar spine images.
The tool was launched at
the Radiological Society
of North America (RSNA)
annual meeting in Chicago,
USA.
DeepTek has
been instrumental in
transforming the radiology
workflow by leveraging the
power of AI. Its AI-powered
radiology orchestration
solution Augmento has
already created waves
across the Asia Pacific and
is also getting deployed in a
progressive Singapore health
system. Another flagship
product by DeepTek is Genki
- the AI-powered public
health screening solution
which is helping medical
professionals across India,
Philippines, Mongolia, and
several other countries in
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the APAC region to eradicate
TB by identifying suspected
cases promptly and precisely,
leading to earlier treatment
and better patient care.
DeepTek’s new innovation
- DeepSpine provides AI
powered quantification and
analysis tool for lumbar
spine MRI studies and
can assist radiologists,
technologists, orthopedic
surgeons and physio experts
to get objective automated
quantification and other
document of lumbar spine,
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radiology workflow.
Lower back pain (LBP)
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of the population during
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prevalence due to the
steadily aging population
worldwide. According to
the American College of
Radiologists, lumbar spine
MRI is the preferred imaging
modality to rule out causes
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should be considered.
Subsequently, the number of
MRI studies of the lumbar
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higher rate than the number
of trained radiologists who
could adequately interpret
the MR images.
Dr. Amit Kharat
- Radiologist and Co-
Founder of DeepTek says,
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 Diabetic retinopathy
One out of three people with uncontrolled diabetes
develop diabetic retinopathy.
Diabetic retinopathy occurs when blood vessels in retina
get damaged due to high blood sugar levels in the body.
‹ Dr. Saurabh Choudhry
CEO, ICARE Eye Hospital, Noida

One out of every three people with uncontrolled also leads to dry eyes and early onset of cataracts.
diabetes for 10-12 years develop diabetic retinopathy Diabetic patients tend to get cataracts in mid-fifties,
which, if not treated in time, causes irreparable eye about ten years earlier than people without diabetes,
damage and vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy is the according to the doctor.
third leading cause of blindness in India after Most patients in India do not realize they have
cataract and glaucoma, but majority of Indians diabetes until or unless they need to go to a hospital
are not even aware that diabetes has an impact due to some complication of the disease. Routine eye
on the eyes. screening is not a priority in India, leading to large
According to recent studies, 63% of Indians number of diabetic patients turning blind or landing
lack awareness that diabetes can damage eye up at hospitals for prolonged treatment, which is
health. In fact, 93% of diabetic patients in the expensive for their families and not sustainable if
country tend to visit an ophthalmologist only they are from an underprivileged socio-economic
after they have started experiencing vision background.
problems. But at that stage, the damage to the eye is Diabetic retinopathy occurs when blood
significant and treatment becomes difficult. Eyes are vessels in retina get damaged due to high blood
a window to the body. Through regular eye checkups, sugar levels in the body. Early symptoms include
diabetes-induced changes in the eyes can be picked floaters, blurriness, blank or dark areas of vision,
up early, even though the patient has no symptoms. In poor night vision and difficulty perceiving colors.
fact, a huge number of cases of diabetes get diagnosed While mild cases can be treated with proper diabetes
due to a routine eye exam! It is recommended that management, advanced cases require laser treatment
all healthy people should undergo an eye exam once or surgery.
a year, and diabetic patients should see an eye
doctor once every four months.
About 80% of patients of diabetic retinopathy
face visual challenges while driving, reading, or
working. Early detection, keeping good control of
sugar levels and availability of laser procedures
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lifelong. Unfortunately, most patients in India,
even though belonging to the affluent, educated
class of the society, do not undergo regular
screening for either eyes or diabetes, and reach
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 Beware
‹ Dr. Sanjay Bhat
Sr. Consultant - Interventional Cardiology
Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore
of gym
supplements
Excessive use of gym supplements on gym
enthusiasts can cause serious damage to
the body. One should consult a physician
before taking protein supplements to
prevent or mitigate any side effects.

Working out in the gym for a well-built posture is
a passion for many. Several gym enthusiasts exercise
regularly for hours to get their desired body types
and in the process resort to various types of diets,
supplements and advice pertaining to the same. This
aspiration to get ‘overnight results along with peer
pressure often sets unrealistic body expectations
among them and drives many individuals to try
various ‘body-building products.’
While these products may not serve the purpose
for which they are taken, they can cause serious
damage to the body like suppression of the natural
testosterone axis in the body, abnormal breast growth
in men called gynaecomastia, high cholesterol levels
leading, heart attacks, brain strokes, liver and kidney
damage, cardiac issues, abnormal clotting, lowering
of cholesterol, short stature among teenagers,
infections, increase in blood glucose, acne, greasy
skin, low sperm count in men, masculinization of
women and issues in sex life.
Many of these gym products are sold online or
over the counter by the gym staff that may contain
a cocktail of substances including testosterone
and other androgens, aromatase inhibitors, HCG,
phosphodiesterase inhibitors etc. However,
consuming anything in excess always results
in negative implications and hence it is advised
to consume gym supplements moderately for
healthier benefits.
l Why does body require them naturally?
A balanced healthy diet is a good source
of micronutrients, proteins, minerals,
carbohydrates, and cholesterol which are
essential for a healthy body. Only when these
natural nutrients are not present in body, you may
require supplements to fulfil this gap. Natural
nutrients that are obtained from fresh fruits,
almonds, nuts, and vegetables are always
advised as they are rich in fibres and impact
body positively.
l How much protein should you consume while
exercising?
A healthy diet, regular exercise and workouts can do
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 a good lifestyle. While a healthy diet for good
nutrition is essential, you can increase supple-
ment intake by a few milligrams depending on
the intensity of the workout and the duration
of sessions. An intense workout may make
you feel like you have earned the right to have
a good and hearty meal, however, it is impor-
tant not to consume more calories than you
burned in a gym session. A good post-workout
meal can include snacks like fresh fruits, veg-
etables, flavoured almonds and smoothies.
l What is the ideal amount of protein you
should consume if you are not exercising?
It is difficult to determine the ideal protein
intake as it varies from one individual to
another. What may be the ideal amount of
protein for someone may not be ideal for
another. Hence, one must focus on taking the
supplements moderately to lead a normal,
healthy life. For females, the protein intake
can range from 0.75-1g per kg and for males, it
can range from 1-1.5g per kg body weight. This
amount also depends on the body mass of the
individual along with factors like the intensity
of the workouts, duration of the gym sessions
and the type of diet one follows.
l What are the dangers of consuming an
inadequate amount of protein?
While a small amount of protein in a
smoothie may not be harmful but when
several protein supplements are consumed
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in excess and replace healthy fats and fibre-
rich, nutritious carbs in a diet then it becomes
a cause of concern. For instance, consuming
high quantities of Whey protein which is the
most common type of protein supplement
may cause headaches, diarrhoea, nausea,
acne outbreaks, stomachaches, weight gain,
bloating, reduction in bone density, may trigger
osteoporosis and may lead to liver damage.
People with cardiac and renal issues
need to be careful while taking too much
protein because their hearts might have
trouble processing large amounts of protein.
Additionally, high protein consumption
can also influence cardiac functions, alter
heartbeats and cause cardiac arrhythmia,
cardiac arrest, and other severe heart issues
as it is typically rich in saturated fats.
l What are the precautions one should take
before consuming these supplements?
One should consult a physician before
taking protein supplements to prevent or
mitigate any side effects. For bodybuilders
who follow strenuous workout routines, it
is recommended that they should consult a
doctor or a clinical diet expert that can help
them in planning their diet. Also, you must
try to add natural sources of protein and
carbohydrates like fish, seafood, eggs, soy
protein, lentils, yoghurt, chickpeas, and
peanuts to your diet which can provide
body with the necessary fuel.
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 ‹ Dr Mahantesh R. Charantimath
Senior Consultant Interventional
Cardiologist,
Tathagat Heart Care centre,
32/60, 2nd main Vyalikaval,
Next to Canara bank, Bangalore 03
Ph 080-23462515 Mb: 94484 62883
http://tathagathearthospital.com/
Cardiac Care
Technological
innovations and
advancements
Cardiac screening to determine the
risk of heart attack and heart damage
Heart disease is one of the major cause of
mortality in our country. Sedentary lifestyle,
increased craving for processed food, alcohol
consumption and smoking are the foremost cause
for the rise of Heart disease. Proper diet, regular
exercise and getting regular heath check-ups can
help to avoid serious consequences. However, rising
heart problems, cardiovascular devices and their
significance in heart-related therapies are gradually
gaining attention.
Now self-monitoring of heart health is being
made easier with upgraded technology in wearable
electronic devices (smartwatches or smartphones).
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning has
made more advancement in cardiac screening
technology, and are widely used to speed up
examination process.
Emerging innovations, in both pathology
radiology tests, aids in screening heart disease.
Cardiac screening to determine the risk of heart
attack and heart damage:
l Troponin Test: This high sensitivity test is a
relatively recent cardio marker test, which is
considered as the best for assessing heart disease.
This test measures the protein troponin I and
troponin T, in the blood. Typically, troponin stays
inside heart muscle’s cells and get released into
the blood when the heart muscle is damaged from
a heart attack. It remains in the bloodstream long
after an attack. High levels protein troponin I and
troponin T indicate a definite recent heart attack,
heart injury or heart damage.
l Lipid Profile: It is a set of blood tests done to
check the fat content in the body to measure the
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risk of cardiovascular disease. Some of the blood
tests are: -
l Total cholesterol levels: It is the total amount
of cholesterol found in blood. It consists of LDL
and HDL triglycerides. The recommended total
cholesterol levels measure between 125 to 200mg/
dL. If total cholesterol level is high, can increase
the risk of heart disease.
l Low density lipoprotein (LDL) or ‘bad’
cholesterol: It is the cholesterol accumulation
and blockage in the arteries. The recommended
LDL levels should be less than 100 mg/dL. If it
increases, it blocks blood vessels and increases
risk for heart disease.
l High density lipoprotein (HDL) or ‘good’
cholesterol: It helps to remove cholesterol from
arteries. Readings should be above 40 mg/dL
l
(for men) and 50 mg/dL (for women). The higher
HDL, the better.
Triglycerides: It is a fat content in the blood, and
are measured to gauge the risk of atherosclerosis.
Readings should be above less than 149; ideal
is <100. High levels show the existence of
atherosclerosis, or stroke, and/or pre-diabetes
or diabetes. Exceptionally high levels can cause
pancreatitis wherein the pancreas is intensely
inflamed and on the verge of collapse.
l Non-HDL-Cholesterol: It is the total cholesterol
minus HDL. It measures the cholesterol in
lipoprotein particles.
l Ischemia modified albumin (IMA): It is a
marker of myocardial ischemia. If a person is
suffering from chest pain and if there is changes
in albumin level (in IMA test), then it may be a
sign of heart attack. Conversely, IMA levels may
be high even when person do not have ischemia.
l High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)
test: It indicates the presence of inflammation.
High levels indicate a high risk for heart attack,
stroke and heart disease.
l Creatinine Kinase (CK-MB): This test
measures the amount of isoenzyme (a form of an
enzyme found in heart muscle cells) of creatine
kinase in blood. In case of heart attack injured
heart muscle cells release CK-MB into blood. CK-
MB level will be high for about 6 hours after a
heart attack, later gets back to normal.
l B-type natriuretic peptides (BNP or pro-BNP):
It is a hormone secreted by cardiomyocytes in
the heart ventricles due to stretching caused by
increased ventricular blood volume. High levels
mean heart isn’t pumping as much blood as body
needs, indicate congestive heart failure.
l Plasma ceramides test: It helps to assesses
the amount of atherosclerosis (hardening and
clogging of arteries and smaller blood vessels).
l Lipoprotein (a) or Lipoprotein phospholipase
(LpPLA2): This test measures the level of
lipoprotein (a) in blood. Lipoproteins are
substances made of protein and fat that carry
cholesterol through bloodstream. Lipoprotein (a)
particles are gluey than other LDL particles, so
there may be more possibility of blockages and
blood clots in arteries. So, high levels indicate a
high risk of heart disease.
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Which kind
of protein one ‹ Dr. Srinivasa Murthy D.
Consultant - Regenerative Medicine
GIOSTAR HOSPITAL Bengaluru

should use to Quality of Protein is decided by virtue of

following….

maintain 1. Percentage of Protein. There are many

‹ Fitness & improve performance
‹ Body building
‹ Lose body fat and weight
Which protein preparation is the best?
What is available in the market? And why?
l Digestion
commercially available general health drinks
in market claiming to have protein concentrate
with up to 15% protein. These are just general
health Beverages. 45 -65% protein preparations
are used for fitness by athletes and other sports
people. 80% protein is required for body builders.
2. Excellent Protein Digestibility Converted
Amino Acid (PDCAA) score of 1, which is the
highest and considered as Gold standard.
3. High protein efficiency ratio. This depends
upon Presence of both essential & nonessential
amino acids. Following is the scientific details
of Glycine.
l It is a small amino acid with big effects on the
body & brain.
l It is the simplest and smallest, amino acid.
Yet, it’s everywhere, helping body with a lot
of things. Glycine is the body’s peacekeeper.
From improving detoxification, to managing
methylation, to combating inflammation, to
speeding up digestion, to boosting energy,
Building muscles, tendons and ligaments.
repairing of injured ligaments and tendons,
preventing achy joints and unwanted wrinkles…
glycine is everywhere.
l Glycine works hard, day in and day out, to keep
the body and brain in healthy and functional
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Glycine plays an essential role in fat digestion.
Glycine is needed to create bile salts. Specifically,
it ‘conjugates’ with bile acids in order to form bile
salts. These bile salts work like soap on dirty hands.
It breaks fat down into much smaller particles that
can then be easily absorbed through gut along with
all-important fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, & K).
l Energy
Glycine, methionine and arginine is needed to
manufacture creatine. Creatine provides a helpful,
short-term energy source for neurons. In normal
conditions, for energy supply oxygen and glucose are
always being pumped into the brain. But, when the
brain is working hard, the supply lines of glucose
and oxygen run short and can’t meet the brain’s
energy needs. At that time, creatine
offers a quick supply of energy to the
neurons.
l Detox
Glycine plays a vital role in
building blocks for glutathione in the
body. Glutathione would be our body’s
‘master anti-oxidant’, which body
can produce naturally. Most other
antioxidants have to be obtained
through foods. Glutathione circulates in the body and
scavenges free radicals. These free radicals threaten
healthy cells, causing weight-gain, fatigue, feel aches
and pains, and get wrinkles on our face. So we need a
healthy supply of glycine.
l Immune System
Glutathione also helps to keep inflammation
down. Inflammation is a natural response to some
sort of cellular or tissue damage in the body. If a cell
dies, or some infection is present, then inflammation
is the body’s natural response to neutralize dead
cell or infectious agent. Inflammation swoops in to
clean up the mess. Beyond that, glycine limits the
circulation of inflammatory messengers (cytokine
storm). Glycine acts locally on immune cells to limit
them from becoming over active.
l Blood Pressure
Glycine helps to relax blood vessels. When
blood vessels relax, they open wider, which reduces
blood pressure. Relaxed blood vessels are equal to a
relaxed mind. Glycine can help the body to detoxify
toxic amino acid called homocysteine. Excess levels
of homocysteine have been shown to damage blood
vessels. Glycine transforms excess homocysteine into
a safer amino acid, methionine.
l Skin & Joints
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Glycine is one of the raw material required for
collagen production. Collagen gives connective tissue
its strength, firmness, and flexibility and enhances
tensile capacity of ligaments. It boosts collagen
production, and helps to increase the moisture content
and health of skin. Collagen peptide supplements
(rich in glycine) has shown to reduce eye wrinkles.
If you use regularly glycine rich protein, your joints
will thank you forever.
l Weight management
Glycine rich plant protein helps to lose your extra
inches and weight by the principle of N E X T (Non
Exercise Thermogenesis). Weight management is an
art and science of Calorie management. Prefer losing
weight without starving and heavy workouts. The
bonus is that, you will have glowing and energetic
health.
l Glycine Supports Mental Wellness
There are many studies and research on glycine,
which demonstrates the calming effect of glycine.
In technical terms, that calming effect is called
inhibition. In the brain, excitation is the accelerator
and inhibition is the brake. Inhibition is needed
to counterbalance excitation. This is important
to maintain balanced brain activity. Receptors for
glycine exist throughout the nervous system, in the
brain and spinal cord.
It is very much beneficial in Dementia and
Alzheimer s cases
Beyond that, glycine supplementation has been
studied in neuropsychiatry subjects.
Glycine supplementation led to
reduced symptoms in OCD case.
In Schizophrenia cases reduced
psychotic symptoms. Dosage is
around 60 grams per day. Studies
have shown improvements in sleep
onset, sleep quality, and daytime
energy levels improved attention and
working memory when glycine rich
protein taken at night.
l Summary
Glycine is calming, supportive, and healing…
who doesn’t need more of them these days? If you’re
stressed, less than optimally healthy, feeling your age,
struggling to sleep, or just want to feel more relaxed…
Please take glycine rich protein daily and watch this
little guy get to work!
How to get more Glycine in the diet. The best
sources of glycine are the connective tissues from
animals. Unfortunately, pure vegetarians, tend
not to get enough from our diet. Glycine is a major
constituent of collagen. Large population is turning
into vegan culture. Luckily, there is an easy solution
through supplements.
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 Some Common
‹ Dr B Ramesh
Causes of
Infertility
Altius Hospital
No. 6/63, 59th Cross, 4th Block, Rajajinagar,
Entrance (Opp.)to, MEI Polytechnic, Bangalore -10.
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The number of couples coming forward for

fertility treatment methods has been increasing
substantially. Fertility clinics offer comprehensive
treatment for infertility under a single roof. Altius
hospital with multiple specialities is reliable
destination if one is looking for fertility treatment
as they have experts at IVF treatment.

There is a myth surrounding infertility that it is
a problem confined only to females which is not true.
Causes of infertility can be due to male infertility
too. There are thus equal chances for both men and
women to be infertile. Due to poor dietary choices,
high stress, a sedentary lifestyle, pathological
conditions, and environmental factors, infertility
in both men and women is not an uncommon
problem.
These days, infertility is a widespread issue.
Almost one in eight couples, according to estimates,
are infertile. Many couples struggle with infertility
but find it uncomfortable to discuss it. Both men and
women are impacted by this problem. It is one of the
leading causes of worry and anxiety for couples who
are trying to get pregnant.
A couple’s life might be tough when one or both
of the partners are infertile. It is a very isolating
experience, and because of this, many find it difficult
to overcome. With that said, it is important to
remember that you are not alone and that infertility
is a treatable condition. Lil Feet by Altius Hospitals
has been treating infertility with high success rates
and offering the joy of parenting to couples who had
almost given up on the dream.
l Common causes of infertility
The infertility rate is rising due to several reasons.
Age is one of the primary causes. Women in their
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late 30s have a harder time getting pregnant than
women in their early 20s. The most common cause of
infertility is an ovulation disorder, which prevents
the release of an egg from the ovaries. Other causes
may include hormonal problems, blockages in the
fallopian tubes, and problems with sperm production
or quality.
There are various symptoms of infertility that
you can experience such as menstrual irregularity,
unusually long or short cycles, infrequent or no
ovulation, lack of sexual interest or feeling pain
during sexual activity, and difficulty getting
pregnant. The treatment depends on the cause of
infertility and can include medications, surgery,
or assisted reproductive technologies such as in
vitro fertilization (IVF). The most common form
of infertility treatment is IVF, which was first
developed by British gynecologist Patrick Steptoe
and his colleague Robert Edwards in 1978.
l Conclusion
There is nothing to be disappointed about if a
couple has tried to start a family but has experienced
multiple failures with natural conception. IVF
treatment serves as a blessing to such couples. It
is important to talk to an IVF specialist about any
fertility treatments that are available for you. To
begin your IVF treatment, it is important to work
closely with doctor who is experienced in the field.
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 How to ensure
employees wellbeing?
Mental health awareness has
received significant attention in
the media in recent years. Drastic
changes at the workplace such as
remote working, virtual meetings
and lack of social engagement for
prolonged periods has resulted
in stress among employees more
than ever before.
The pandemic, besides
teaching us about the importance
of our physical health, taught
us to keep a check on our
mental well-being. Entering the
lockdown phase was hard, but
it is only now that many realise
how much harder to come out
of it. The transition is stressful,
overwhelming, and exhausting,
not only at a personal but also at a
professional level.
Adding to the stress is the
moving-back-to-office scenario.
The readjusting itself has
taken a toll on many employees,
impacting them especially
mentally. In such a scenario, it is
important for employers to build a
healthy and welcoming workplace
environment for employees, one
in which they feel they can open
up about these issues.
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Subhashini Ponnappa
Head, HR & Admin, APAC,
75F
It is better to undertake
collective initiatives to heed
the concerns of employees’
mental well-being. Also ensure
that the demands of work are
not detrimental to employees’
well-being. Focus on employee
morale by organising employee
engagement activities such to
help them feel at home even
while in their workplace. To
build team motivation, give
away quarterly gifts, periodic
recognition, and rewards—
including tenure completion
rewards. Organize regular team
outings and festive get-togethers,
as well as CSR activities such
as World Environment Day, to
avoid employees from becoming
mentally exhausted at work.
Another step towards
ensuring employees’ health is by
maintaining general hygiene in
workspaces. Ensure factors that
add to the physical environment,
such as indoor temperature
and proper ventilation for air
and light, are monitored so that
employees are comfortable while
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working. This alone, will help to
improve their work efficiency.
Priyan DC
CEO, Star Squared PR
Recognize the importance
of employee’s health and try to
incorporate a host of initiatives
into daily routine to address
these concerns as we moved
back into the physical office.
Build a collaborative team and a
healthy workplace that will allow
everyone to thrive individually
and contribute to the overall
success.
Employee engagement
activities should be calendared
on a regular basis at the office
with the aim of encouraging
increased networking and one to
one engagement with other team
members. It is better to organise
an off-site with the whole team,
which can include a host of
outdoor activities as well as an
interactive session on mental
well-being. Such engagements
on a regular basis can help
build a comfort zone at work
where employees feel valued
and respected and are given
an opportunity to address any
challenges they may have.
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the Medical Industry
‹ Gaurav Tyagi,
founder
Career Xpert
Our finance minister Mrs,
Nirmala Sitharaman is going to
announce the budget on 1st February,
in which the focus on the medical
industry is very important, as after
the pandemic situation, the medical sector needs
to be upgraded as per the need. In the budget,
there should be a proper increment in the medical
education for the students, and there should be
proper expenditure for the medical hospitals
for their development in rural as well as remote
areas. There should be more advanced hospitals
just like AIIMS for the people to get their best
medications. In the budget, there should be a
proper fund available for high-end diseases like
cancer, heart disease, etc as per their treatment.
There should be more new schemes for the
medical industries for their development, and
proper funds allotted for the specialized doctors
which help them to grow and there should be
awareness about the government vacancies in
the Medical sector, in which they can raise funds
for their fast recruitments. There should be more
new programs just like the foreign countries
for a boost in the medical sector. After the
coronavirus, there is a great boost in the medical
sector, as it helps patients to recover faster and
help doctors to tackle death-taking diseases,
where many hospitals change their facilities
and maintain their motto to treat patients as the
priority. So, there should be proper funds allotted
to the hospitals, to develop and adopt advanced
technologies in rural areas also and have proper
facilities to handle death-taking diseases with
proper care and medications.
Hospitals should be more advanced and
have proper pieces of equipment for their
patients, and a healthy environment with proper
sanitation for the patients, to recover fast. There
should be developed hospitals in rural and
remote areas. Government should also start
free seva centers for the poor people, who can’t
afford expensive treatments, which help people
to be healthy and safe. Many centers provide free
seva for the patients, but their infrastructure
is very poor and not well sanitized, which can
lead to more diseases. So, there should be proper
hospital funds allotted by the government for
the development of society and poor sanitation
for the free seva centers. In the budget, the main
focus should be on the medical session, as people
need to be safe and healthy.
Hence, health is very important than wealth.
So the budget of 2023, should focus on the
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medical industry as society needs to be healthy
and safe. There should be proper funds for the
hospital to be developed in remote and rural
areas with enough facilities for the patients,
and there should be more developed hospitals
like AIIMS, which treat patients with more
advanced technologies, as well as there should
be proper funds allotted to the high-end diseases
like cancer, heart diseases, etc. for the treatment,
and there should be more schemes in the medical
sector for the development of doctors as well as
the hospitals.
‹ Dr. Dishan Kamdar
Vice-Chancellor
FLAME University
The nation’s rebound from the
COVID-19 pandemic has been a
booster shot for the economy and
Budget 2023 can be expected to
reflect this confidence, which will translate into
a positive impact on the Indian higher education
system.
A stronger push for digitization, which
will also benefit the Indian higher education
system, is one of the government’s priorities
that we can anticipate in the upcoming Budget.
An increased budgetary allocation for tech
enhancement will support Indian HEIs’ plans to
raise their standards of excellence and become
more competitive in a world that is becoming
more digital and globalized. Having experienced
the benefits of online pedagogy and how it can
change the way education is delivered, Indian
HEIs have increased the adoption of technology
into their teaching and learning processes
and upgraded their IT infrastructure. Along
with this, the government may think about
providing incentives to the telecom sector to
invest, innovate, and improve infrastructure and
internet connectivity, as well as provide digital
devices at affordable prices, which will go a long
way toward ensuring anywhere, anytime access
to education for all.
Increasing funding for R&D is another
significant way that the government can support
the higher education system. Supporting HEIs
to invest in research will fundamentally alter
the nation’s higher education system. Our
institutions must invest in creating a research-
oriented ecosystem that enables them to
compare their performance to international
standards of excellence, and the government’s
attention to this issue will be a key enabler. This
gains significance in light of the UGC’s plans
to enable the international expansion of Indian
educational institutions and establish foreign
universities’ campuses in India.
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Career in Yoga
Niyatam kuru karma
– be always engaged
in some work
‹ Dr. M.K. Nagaraja Rao
Chairman - Academic Council YUVA
Tumkur
mknsumeru@gmail.com
l Bhagavadgeeta
It is well said that yogah karmasu koushalam i.e.,
yoga is a skillful activity. The present day trend in yoga
has been paving a way for exploring new ideas especially
in promoting yoga as a career. We are witnessing a huge
number of young people are attracted towards yoga and
evolving themselves as professionals of yoga. Since
people have become more health conscious there is an
increasing demand for a professional of yoga. We have
witnessed an escalation in the reputation of holistic and
alternative medical care. Yoga experts at this juncture
as professionals have established their importance in
different areas of social life.
Under prevailing situation it is highly significant to
build up a career in yoga to meet the increasing demands
by people of all walks of life as they have realized the
importance of health and fitness. It is estimated that
millions of people around the world have been practicing
yoga. They all need an expert yoga teacher to guide
them. A person well versed with adequate knowledge
in yoga will surely succeed as an efficient professional.
As a matter of fact a variety of career opportunities are
available in yoga. It could be a job of a yoga teacher, a
fitness trainer, counselor, a yoga doctor and such many
more jobs are on the list. However a career in yoga is
open to both freelancers and professionals. There is a
wide range of career opportunities in yoga. You can be
a yoga instructor, yoga therapist, yoga teacher, research
scholar, counselor, yoga and naturopathy doctor and so
on.
You can see a yoga professional in schools as a yoga
teacher, in colleges as yoga professor, as a scholar in a
university, as a fitness trainer in a playground for players
of different games and sports and so on.
l Yoga-career in India:
India being the mother land of yoga provides a wide
opportunity for experts of yoga. Many universities
and other academic organizations offer education
and training in yoga and award certificates. Certified
persons can practice as professionals of yoga. Ministry
of AYUSH through various promotional programs has
popularized yoga. The yoga certification board has
through its various examinations started recognizing
qualified yoga teachers and experts. In India for people
yoga is a life style they have always realized the benefits
of yoga. In response to the raising demand for learning
yoga the top notch and highly experienced yoga experts
have come forward to serve people. Even today many
institutions in India believe that teaching yoga is a social
service. People in urban part are more exposed and
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they have considered yoga as the best way to maintain
fitness. However enthusiastic youth yoga teachers have
successfully reached rural parts in spreading yoga.
l Yoga–career international:
Nowadays yoga is popular all over the world. It is one
of the fast growing industries in U S. According to studies
yoga is most popular in Canada followed by Singapore
and Australia. In Europe and America several yoga
studios have come up to cater the demands of learners
of yoga. The popularity of yoga has grown massively
over the past few years. An estimate revels that there are
over 300 million people worldwide practice yoga. Nearly
10 per cent of the population i.e., 34.4 million people in
America practice yoga. In the U S 100, 000 yoga teachers
have registered with yoga alliance.
l Yoga- education and training:
The growing trends in yoga have created many
opportunities to acquire relevant and formal education
and training in yoga. And there are many institutions
and universities offering variety of courses. Nowadays
yoga as academics is studied under two broad headings
i) studying yoga as a pure science and ii) studying yoga
as an applied science. However these two paths equally
lead to a professional career in yoga. You can be well
versed with relevant knowledge of yoga through any
such courses. The courses like a Certificate course a
diploma, graduation, a post-graduation and a doctoral
course available with many institutions. You can study
B.A. in yoga or B.Sc., in yoga later you can also study
M.A., in yoga and M.Sc., in yoga. The study of yoga
with Naturopathy as applied science brings you an
opportunity to serve the society as a medical practitioner.
l Yoga- job opportunities:
The job opportunities for yoga professionals are
open all over the world. If you are a professional in
yoga with adequate education, training and skill with
a passion for helping people the opportunities to build
your professional career are wide open.
A job providing agency announces that presently
there are more than eight thousand jobs vacant for yoga
teachers. The average base salary of a yoga teacher in
Europe is 27, 593 euros per year. A senior yoga teacher
with an experience of eight or more years earns a salary
of 55 to 65 thousand dollars per year.
There are opportunities for you to work as a full
time yoga teacher, a part time yoga teacher and an online
yoga teacher and build up your professional career. Of
course every work place nowadays has a yoga teacher,
who works more as a counselor. Research have shown
practice of yoga in a work place enhance the work
efficiency of employees.
Teaching yoga is not merely doing some postures
by bending the body in different angles. It takes care
of even mental health through practice of meditation.
Meditation is a popular practice in establishing mental
health. And thus yoga experts who teach meditation can
also serve as mental health promoters.
In schools and colleges yoga professionals can
work like facilitators and help students in learning the
curriculum in a better way.
l Yoga- a dedication:
The job of a yoga teacher expects your dedication
and commitment for the profession. You are always with
people helping them in maintaining their body health
and mental health. Your approach to people is more
humanitarian than mere transactional. You can excel
in your job if you show an earnest effort in imparting
the skills and knowledge of yoga to people with love and
concern.
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 Nasal Vaccines
What you need to know?
‹ Dr. Swati Rajagopal
Consultant - Infectious Disease & Travel Medicine
Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore

As the world once again

braces itself for the new
wave of Covid-19 virus, nasal
vaccines have now offered a
sniffing hope to the people.
Developed by Bharat
Biotech and approved by the
Government of India, these
vaccines are now formally
included as a booster dose
in the vaccination program
and are available at hospitals,
private centers and on the CO-
WIN platform.
l What is a nasal vaccine?
A nasal vaccine or a spray
for COVID-19 is administered
through the nose and aims
to restrict or stop the spread
of the virus in the mucosal
region. This prevents the virus
from triggering an immune
response from cells and molecules in this region. have acute infection or fever.
These vaccines do not require any formal training l How are these vaccines given to patients?
and the entire procedure is a painless needle-free Currently, nasal vaccines have been approved for
procedure. Thus, nasal vaccines not only overcome people of the age group 18 years and above as booster
vaccine hesitancy but also remove needle-associated doses. These vaccines are given as 0.5ml doses (8 drops
risks. - 4 drops in each nostril) after 4 weeks of intervals.
l How do nasal vaccines work? l Can you take a nasal vaccine as a 4th booster
Nasal vaccines work on the mucosal lining dose?
and prompt an immune response right at CoWIN is currently not
the entry points of the virus which are accepting nasal vaccines
primarily our nose and mouth. These as a fourth dose. Also,
vaccines stimulate immunity by regular immunization,
developing and neutralizing and administering
IgG, mucosal IgA, and T-cell them at short intervals
response. Also referred to can cause ‘antigen
as sterling immunity, nasal skin’ which will limit
vaccines have been found to the body’s ability
significantly cut down the to respond to the
spread of the virus even vaccines. This is also
in asymptomatic and mild the reason why only
cases. people who have taken
l What are the side 2 doses of covid-19 vaccine
effects of Nasal are being given the option
Vaccines? of nasal vaccines as a booster
Side effects of nasal dose.
vaccines include - lHow can you opt for nasal
l Headache
vaccines and when will they be available?
l Fever
While iNCOVACC is available as an option on the
l Running nose
CoWIN platform, however, the doses will be rolled out
l Sneezing
in the fourth week of January 2023. These vaccines
These vaccines are not being given will be available near your hospitals and private
to people who are allergic to any of its components, medical centres.
had a severe allergic reaction to it in the past and
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