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Nighttime Urination And Bladder Cancer: Is There A Connection?
Bladder cancer typically develops in the lining of the bladder and is more commonly associated with symptoms such as blood in the urine (haematuria), changes in urinary habits, and sometimes pain during urination.
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Why Is An Endoscopy Done? Common Reasons Doctors Recommend It
Experts say most endoscopies are generally safe and well tolerated. Patients are often given sedation to reduce discomfort and anxiety.
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Early Symptoms vs Warning Signs: When Does Dengue Become Life-Threatening? Doctor Answers
High fever, body pain, headache, weakness, pain behind the eyes, nausea, and skin rashes are some of the commonly reported in the first few days. Since these symptoms are similar to seasonal infections, people underestimate the seriousness of the dis
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Hantavirus In Immunocompromised Patients: Are Risks Higher?
The immune system plays a critical role in controlling viral infections. In immunocompromised individuals, the body's defence mechanisms become weaker and slower, allowing the virus to spread more aggressively.
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Hantavirus, Covid, Norovirus, Legionnaires': Why Are Cruise Ships So Prone To Disease Outbreaks?
Cruises are sold as floating holidays, but they are also useful for understanding public health. Cruise ships are carefully designed places where many people live, eat, relax and move through the same shared spaces for days at a time.
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How Worried Should Indians Be About Hantavirus? Doctors Explain
Doctors explain that the virus is not commonly spread from one person to another. This is one of the biggest reasons experts are not treating it as a large public health threat like COVID-19.
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Indian Techie, 37, Dies In California After Battling Valley Fever For A Month
A GoFundMe page started by his cousin, Rama Koteswara Rao, said Chiranjeevi first fell ill in April with symptoms that appeared similar to a common flu.
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Do Viral Infection Outbreaks Increase During Summer Season In India? Doctor Explains
Summer in India is not just about heatwaves and dehydration. Doctors warn that viral infections including flu, conjunctivitis, dengue and stomach infections often rise during the season due to humidity, travel, crowding and contaminated food and wate
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Study Says Cranberry Juice Can Help Antibiotics Fight Urinary Infections
The study tested "lab-grown" strains of Escherichia coli (E. coli), the most common germ behind UTIs, and found that adding cranberry juice improved the effect of a drug called fosfomycin in many cases.
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High Income Nations Might Eliminate Cervical Cancer By 2048, Progress Slow In Poor Countries: Study
Almost all cervical cancer cases (99 per cent) are linked to infection with high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPV), an extremely common virus transmitted through sexual contact, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
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Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms, Risks And When You Must See A Doctor
Bacterial vaginosis is a common cause of unusual vaginal discharge in women. Experts explain its symptoms, risks, and why timely diagnosis and treatment are crucial for reproductive health.
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The Heatwave Diet: What To Eat And Avoid To Prevent Summer Diarrhea And Dehydration
Summer diarrhea and dehydration are common issues that are caused by dietary mistakes. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra explains which foods to avoid to safeguard your gut health and which ones to eat.
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Fungal Infections In Intimate Areas: Doctor Explains Causes, Treatment, Prevention
Fungal infections in intimate areas are common but often ignored. A doctor explains causes, symptoms, treatment options, and prevention tips, highlighting why hygiene, diabetes control, and timely medical care are crucial.
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West Nile Fever Reported In Kerala: Early Signs And Prevention Tips You Should Know
West nile fever is a viral infection primarily spread through the bite of infected mosquitoes. It is caused by the west nile fever, which is commonly found in birds and transmitted to humans via mosquitoes.
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Reusing Gym Clothes In Summer Can Increase Risk Of Skin Infections And Delayed Recovery, Warns Doctor
Medical observations show that damp and reused fabrics act as carriers for both fungal and bacterial organisms.
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Nighttime Urination And Bladder Cancer: Is There A Connection?
Bladder cancer typically develops in the lining of the bladder and is more commonly associated with symptoms such as blood in the urine (haematuria), changes in urinary habits, and sometimes pain during urination.
-
Why Is An Endoscopy Done? Common Reasons Doctors Recommend It
Experts say most endoscopies are generally safe and well tolerated. Patients are often given sedation to reduce discomfort and anxiety.
-
Early Symptoms vs Warning Signs: When Does Dengue Become Life-Threatening? Doctor Answers
High fever, body pain, headache, weakness, pain behind the eyes, nausea, and skin rashes are some of the commonly reported in the first few days. Since these symptoms are similar to seasonal infections, people underestimate the seriousness of the dis
-
Hantavirus In Immunocompromised Patients: Are Risks Higher?
The immune system plays a critical role in controlling viral infections. In immunocompromised individuals, the body's defence mechanisms become weaker and slower, allowing the virus to spread more aggressively.
-
Hantavirus, Covid, Norovirus, Legionnaires': Why Are Cruise Ships So Prone To Disease Outbreaks?
Cruises are sold as floating holidays, but they are also useful for understanding public health. Cruise ships are carefully designed places where many people live, eat, relax and move through the same shared spaces for days at a time.
-
How Worried Should Indians Be About Hantavirus? Doctors Explain
Doctors explain that the virus is not commonly spread from one person to another. This is one of the biggest reasons experts are not treating it as a large public health threat like COVID-19.
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Indian Techie, 37, Dies In California After Battling Valley Fever For A Month
A GoFundMe page started by his cousin, Rama Koteswara Rao, said Chiranjeevi first fell ill in April with symptoms that appeared similar to a common flu.
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Do Viral Infection Outbreaks Increase During Summer Season In India? Doctor Explains
Summer in India is not just about heatwaves and dehydration. Doctors warn that viral infections including flu, conjunctivitis, dengue and stomach infections often rise during the season due to humidity, travel, crowding and contaminated food and wate
-
Study Says Cranberry Juice Can Help Antibiotics Fight Urinary Infections
The study tested "lab-grown" strains of Escherichia coli (E. coli), the most common germ behind UTIs, and found that adding cranberry juice improved the effect of a drug called fosfomycin in many cases.
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High Income Nations Might Eliminate Cervical Cancer By 2048, Progress Slow In Poor Countries: Study
Almost all cervical cancer cases (99 per cent) are linked to infection with high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPV), an extremely common virus transmitted through sexual contact, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
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Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms, Risks And When You Must See A Doctor
Bacterial vaginosis is a common cause of unusual vaginal discharge in women. Experts explain its symptoms, risks, and why timely diagnosis and treatment are crucial for reproductive health.
-
The Heatwave Diet: What To Eat And Avoid To Prevent Summer Diarrhea And Dehydration
Summer diarrhea and dehydration are common issues that are caused by dietary mistakes. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra explains which foods to avoid to safeguard your gut health and which ones to eat.
-
Fungal Infections In Intimate Areas: Doctor Explains Causes, Treatment, Prevention
Fungal infections in intimate areas are common but often ignored. A doctor explains causes, symptoms, treatment options, and prevention tips, highlighting why hygiene, diabetes control, and timely medical care are crucial.
-
West Nile Fever Reported In Kerala: Early Signs And Prevention Tips You Should Know
West nile fever is a viral infection primarily spread through the bite of infected mosquitoes. It is caused by the west nile fever, which is commonly found in birds and transmitted to humans via mosquitoes.
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Reusing Gym Clothes In Summer Can Increase Risk Of Skin Infections And Delayed Recovery, Warns Doctor
Medical observations show that damp and reused fabrics act as carriers for both fungal and bacterial organisms.
