Irregular Periods: Causes, Symptoms, Tests, Treatments, & Diet
Are your periods late, or don’t you have a regular cycle of menstruation? If your period shows up early before the time it should be, arrives later than your expected day, or doesn’t show up for quite a few months at all, then it could be a sign of irregular periods. That isn’t all, there […]
Cardiogenic Shock: Causes, Symptoms, Types and More
Cardiogenic Shock: Causes, Symptoms, Types and More As the body’s most important organ, the heart pushes oxygen-rich blood to other organs so they can work properly. Cardiogenic shock develops when weak heart conditions stop the organ from forcing enough blood into circulation, decreasing blood pressure and reducing oxygen delivery. Cardiogenic shock complicates approximately 5% to […]
Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals Organises Walkathon to Encourage Proactive Kidney Health Measures
Chennai, March 23, 2024: Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, one of Chennai’s most trusted healthcare providers, organized a Walkathon today at Elliot’s Beach, Besant Nagar, to raise awareness about kidney diseases and the risks associated with delayed diagnosis. The event was flagged off by esteemed Chief Guests, Dr. K. Jayanth Murali, IPS (Retd.), Former DGP of Tamil […]
Types of Vaginal Discharge and What they mean: Is It Normal and Safe?
Types of Vaginal Discharge and What they mean: Is It Normal and Safe? Have you ever wondered what your vaginal discharge means? The colour, consistency and amount of discharge can tell a lot about any underlying conditions such as hormonal changes, ovulation, infections or simply your body’s way of cleansing itself. One should understand the […]
Angioplasty: Types, Procedure, Risks, and Recovery
Angioplasty: Types, Procedure, Risks, and Recovery Angioplasty has transformed the lives of millions by restoring proper blood flow to the heart and significantly reducing the risk of fatal heart attacks. This is evidenced by over 2 million surgeries performed annually with such patients experiencing significantly reduced cases of severe complications and improved heart health. Medical […]
Menstrual cup vs Tampon vs Sanitary pads: Which is safer?
Menstrual cup vs Tampon vs Sanitary pads: Which is safer? Did you know that 64.4% of women in India prefer sanitary pads, while only 1.7% use tampons and just 0.3% are open to try menstrual cups? What’s even more surprising is that in Tamil Nadu, 12.7% of women still rely on cloth for their periods […]
Difference Between a Heart Attack and a Cardiac Arrest
Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest Many people confuse heart disease and cardiac arrest despite their differences, which can lead to fatalities during emergencies. Differentiating between these conditions is crucial for saving lives and providing appropriate care. Cardiovascular diseases (Heart diseases) remain the leading cause of global mortality, accounting for 17.9 million deaths each […]
Why Women’s Health Deserves Priority in India?
In 2022, women made up 49.74% of the global population—a near parity with men and a significant improvement compared to previous years. By 2024, this figure has remained consistent, reflecting sustained progress. Closer home, women constituted 48.4% of India’s population, a testament to progress in gender balance. While these figures are encouraging, they tell only […]
Can Fetus Hear What The Mother Is Listening To?
Mom’s general conversation with her baby in the womb: “Hello, my little one! Mommy loves you so much. I can’t wait to hold you in my arms and kiss your tiny cheeks. Your dad is too excited to meet you. Both of us are taking good care of you. And you’re going to be such […]
Rare Complex Surgery Performed Successfully at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals
Rare Complex Surgery Performed Successfully at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals has accomplished a remarkable feat by successfully treating a young girl diagnosed with an extraordinarily rare and complex form of Type-1 Choledochal Cyst that had been complicated with perforations in the common bile duct and gallbladder. This was a unique case because of […]
