by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
Definition Atherosclerosis is a chronic, inflammatory disease of the arterial wall. It is a dynamic natural process that affects medium and large-sized arteries. Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in western countries and soon will be...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
It is possible to effectively prevent gallstones through dietary and lifestyle changes. Lifestyle changes include routine exercise and a gradual weight loss program. If you have gallstones, these protective measures will also help you to prevent getting a gallstone...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
Having gallstones can be a problematic health issue. About one in three women and one in six men develop gallstones at some stage during their lifetime. The risk of gallstones increases with age. To avoid the risk of gallstone formation or the onset of its symptoms,...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Health
Most gallstones do not show symptoms and are left alone. But if you suffer from gallstone disease that exhibits typical symptoms, your doctor will conduct certain diagnostic tests and choose the treatment option that best suits you. Gallstone diagnosis Gallstones are...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Health
Gallstone complications can occur if your gallstones move into the bile ducts, get stuck, and block the passage of the bile for a prolonged period. Bile duct blockages, if not treated, can be fatal. Gallstones are quite common in people over the age of 40 years and...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
This post explains what are the causes of gallstones, their risk factors, and the symptoms you should look out for. It is not yet clear what causes the formation of gallstones, but they are thought to be caused due to an imbalance in the chemical composition of bile...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Health
What are gallstones? Gallstones or Cholelithiasis are hard stone-like deposits made of cholesterol or bilirubin that can develop in the gallbladder or bile ducts. They are solid masses formed from bile precipitates. They can cause pain. They can vary in size from a...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
A herpes outbreak is the appearance of one or more sores or blisters on or around the genitals, rectum, or mouth. Even after being diagnosed and fully treated, the outbreaks keep surfacing throughout an individual’s life. It becomes all the more important for a woman...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
That herpes cannot be cured is a fact. You, therefore, look for alternative treatments. However, natural remedies for herpes, which you can try at home, do help in containing the herpes infection. The herpes simplex virus (HSV), which causes the herpes infection,...
by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
Though it may be quite evident from the history and the symptoms that you have herpes, there are certain indications for conducting tests to confirm the diagnosis. Once diagnosed, you should start treatment immediately to contain the herpes virus and its symptoms. You...
