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Transurethral Resection Of Prostate (TURP) – Indications, Procedure, Complications

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Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) is a surgical procedure used to treat an enlarged prostate, a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). During a TURP, a urologist uses a specialized instrument called a cystoscope to remove excess prostate tissue that blocks the smooth flow of urine. Here’s a look at how the procedure is …

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Understanding Hypothyroidism – A Patient Guide

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Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland is unable to produce normal levels of thyroid hormone. We sometimes call it an ‘underactive thyroid’. It is a fairly common condition and it is one of the most easy-to-manage conditions that I see in clinical practice. Hypothyroidism is commonly seen in women, individuals over the age …

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COVID-19 Antibody Test In India – What You Need To Know

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The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting millions globally. The active infection is tested by undergoing an oral and nasal swab for RT-PCR, looking for the COVID antigen. An antibody is a protein that is generated in the body in response to an infection. The COVID-19 antibody test looks for the presence of antibodies that might have …

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Allergies! Blocked Nose And Sneezing All The Time?

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Allergic rhinitis. What a nuisance. Are you someone who suffers from allergies all the time? Is early morning sneezing becoming an annoying routine? Nose getting constantly blocked? Well, off late I have been encountering many patients who complain of this problem. Frankly, they find it a nuisance as it gets in the way of their …

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Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy – Guide To An Enlarged Prostate Gland

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Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, also called BPH, is the medical term for an enlarged prostate gland. It is a common condition that affects a large number of men over the age of 50 years. In this video, I have spoken about benign prostatic hypertrophy and how it can be managed. Also, I have included a fun …

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Diabetes – The Dreadful Disease. Dr BG Baliga Writes.

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Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic condition characterized by an increase in blood glucose levels due to insulin deficiency or poor quality insulin. It causes damage, dysfunction or failure of vital organs like eyes, kidneys, nerves, blood vessels, heart etc. Types And Definition Of Diabetes There are two types of diabetes. Type I diabetes manifests …

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Excessive Flatulence? Here Is What You Can Do If You Are Farting All The Time.

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Is excessive flatulence bothering you (and others around you a lot)? Then there may be reasons why you have it. The good news is that you can do something about being the one who ‘supplied it’. What you are about to learn in this article will hopefully help you get rid of this embarrassing problem. …

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