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15 Best Home Remedies to Get Rid of Bloating
Introduction Bloating is characterised by abdominal fullness, pressure, the sensation of trapped gas, and an increase in abdominal size. In case of a bloated stomach, one may feel severe abdominal pain and constipation. Bloating occurs in almost all patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and constipation. However, the history of bloating is yet to be completely…
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Different Types of Fungal Infection (Mycosis)
What are Fungi? Fungi are microorganisms that are classified distinctly from plants or animals. Growth is their mode of mobility. Another medium of spreading is through air and water in the form of spores. Some fungal species coexist naturally in our body (mouth, GI tract, skin), but they have the potential to overgrow under certain…
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9 Signs of Vitamin and Mineral Deficiency
Have you ever experienced sudden hair fall or nails becoming brittle and breaking off easily? These symptoms are our body’s way of indicating probable deficiencies in specific vitamins and minerals. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies refer to the inadequate intake or absorption of essential nutrients required for the proper functioning of the body. These deficiencies can…
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Hyperemesis Gravidarum- Severe Vomiting During Pregnancy
Are you pregnant, and have you felt nauseous early in the morning? Probably you are having morning sickness. It’s common to experience morning sickness (nausea) during pregnancy. Morning sickness subsides within a few days. Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy are harmless but can cause a little discomfort. But it disappears in a few weeks. However,…
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Infected Wound Symptoms and Treatment
Infected wounds are injuries to the skin and underlying tissues that have become contaminated with harmful microorganisms, like bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. These microorganisms can cause the wound to become red, swollen, warm to the touch, and painful and may produce discharge or pus. Infected wounds can worsen and lead to serious health problems,…
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Understanding What Causes Diarrhoea and its Treatment
What is Diarrhoea? Diarrhoea is a widespread ailment, varying in severity from a fleeting, mild experience to a persistent, long-term issue. It’s familiar and usually not severe. When you have diarrhoea, your poop will be soft and runny. It’s standard for people to experience diarrhoea a few times a year, usually lasting a few days.…
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Nutritional Deficiency in Infants and Young Children
Common nutritional deficiencies in childhood Micronutrients play an important role in growth and development, especially under five. It is a critical period for a child’s growth. At an early stage, minerals and vitamins play a vital role in the production and functioning of enzymes, hormones and growth regulator proteins. These also help maintains appropriate oxygen…
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Practical Strategies to Manage Stress
The daily grind of life can be overwhelming, from mundane tasks like grocery shopping to unavoidable traffic jams. Trying to stay away from the digital world, with its 24 hrs streaming services, is challenging. Even seemingly insignificant events like work deadlines, parenting, or relationship issues can affect your mental health. The coronavirus pandemic, a chronic…
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Lifestyle Changes for Improving Male Fertility
Statistics indicate that approximately one in five men has a low sperm count. Male infertility is responsible for roughly 20% of unsuccessful attempts for couples struggling to conceive. Improving fertility for both genders is essential for conception. It has been observed that aspects of one’s lifestyle can have an impact on semen quality and the…
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Pre-migraine Symptoms: When to Call a Doctor?
According to a study conducted by the Neurological Society of India, migraine is a neurological illness that affects one in every four to one in every eight people in India. In India, over 213 million people reportedly had migraines in 2019. Among these cases, women reported 60% of the cases. Migraine can cause severe pain…
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