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Spotting swine flu: Key symptoms you need to know

Knowing what signs of swine flu to watch for and how to keep yourself safe from the infection is super important to stop H1N1 influenza virus from spreading like wildfire. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr Manjusha Agarwal, Senior Consultant Internal Medicine at Gleneagles Hospitals in Mumbai's Parel, revealed the following symptoms to look out for -

Updated 813 days ago

10 ways Yoga can improve your lung capacity, ease symptoms of respiratory issues

Yoga offers several benefits for improving lung capacity and easing symptoms of respiratory conditions. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, Founder of Akshar Yoga Kendraa, shared, “Yoga offers a holistic approach to improving lung capacity and managing respiratory conditions by combining breathing techniques, strengthening exercises, stress reduction and mindful movement. By incorporating Yoga into a regular routine, individuals can experience enhanced respiratory function, reduced symptoms, and improved overall well-being.” He elaborated here's how:

Published 867 days ago

Constipation in adults and how to tackle it

Constipation is a prevalent digestive ailment that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life and it occurs when bowel movements become irregular or challenging, leading to discomfort and inconvenience. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and effective remedies is crucial for managing this common issue.

Published 959 days ago

What should you do when you experience pain or symptoms of a cardiac arrest?

Chest pain and symptoms of a cardiac arrest are severe medical emergencies that require immediate attention. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr Nithin Prakash, Clinical Cardiologist at Altius Hospital, suggested the following tips on what should you do when you experience pain or symptoms of a cardiac arrest -

Published 961 days ago

Women's health: Common gynaecological infections, symptoms and treatment

Gynecological health is a cornerstone of women's overall well-being yet many women across the globe experience infections that can be uncomfortable, distressing and sometimes even alarming. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr Disha Thakwani, Senior Consultant, Gynecologist at HCL Healthcare, said, “Yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida albicans in the vagina. While this fungus is naturally present in the vaginal flora, factors like antibiotic use, hormonal changes, or a weakened immune system can lead to its proliferation."

Published 969 days ago

Skin rashes and irritations from chooda: Allergy symptoms and management

The issue of skin irritations and rashes may result from wearing "chooda", a traditional bangle as chooda can trigger allergic reactions or skin sensitivities for some people where the full spectrum of allergic symptoms can range from redness to blisters, hives and swelling.

Published 1015 days ago

Warning signs of stomach cancer

Are you suffering from acidity? Is there constant sickness and vomiting? Then, you will need to beware as these signs can indicate stomach cancer. Yes, that’s right! In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Roy Patankar, Gastroenterologist and Director of Zen Multispecialty Hospital in Mumbai's Chembur, explained, “Stomach cancer (gastric cancer) affects one’s stomach. Situated in the upper part of your abdomen (your gastrointestinal lot, or GI), the stomach is responsible for processing the food that you eat. Not many people know about stomach cancer and fail to seek timely intervention. Did you know? Stomach cancer can happen to anyone irrespective of their age. Thus, it will be imperative for you to watch out for various red flags of this type of cancer.” He listed the following as the signs of stomach cancer that you shouldn’t ignore:

Updated 1338 days ago

Facts about Ramsay Hunt Syndrome: Tips to treat this rare neurological disorder

Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS) is a rare neurological disorder accompanied by paralysis of the facial nerve (facial palsy) and a rash affecting the ear or mouth but there is not much awareness regarding it. The varicella-zoster virus is the factor causing Ramsay Hunt syndrome and it is the same virus that leads to chickenpox and shingles. If one has this syndrome then the virus will infect the facial nerve near the inner ear which causes irritation and swelling of the nerve. It is seen in adults and occurs rarely in children. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Pavan Pai, Interventional Neurologist at Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road, revealed, “The symptoms of it are ear pain, rash on the eardrum, ear canal, earlobe, tongue, and roof of the mouth on the side with the affected nerve, hearing loss on one side, vertigo, facial paralysis, and problems in opening the eyes.”

Updated 1507 days ago

Painful periods? Check out these 6 ways to deal with PMS and period pain

PMS is something every woman lives through. The stomach cramps, terrible mood swings, bloating, backache, sore breasts and the list goes on. Some of us even go through all of these at a time and symptoms may vary from mild for the lucky ones to very severe symptoms for the not so fortunate of us.

Updated 1524 days ago

3 ways your mental health during periods can impact fertility

Stress will make one adopt unhealthy practices such as smoking or alcohol that will harm fertility and just like stress, even your periods can impact your mood because when it comes to menses, unbearable abdominal pain, cramping and other PMSing symptoms will be stressful for many and this Menstrual Hygiene Week, we discuss how it can take a toll on your mental well-being.

Updated 1525 days ago

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