Chicken Pox? Chicken Pox, also referred to as Varicella, is a highly contagious and infectious disease caused by the Varicella Zoster virus. When an individual is attacked by this virus, he/she develops skin rashes, fever, itchy blisters spread evenly on…
Itchy skin is an uncomfortable, irritating feeling of wanting to scratch your body all the time. Among some people, this body itching could be a symptom of some other skin condition and among others, it could be an independent condition…
What is Autism? Autism a.k.a. Autism spectrum disorder is a complex developmental disability which usually occurs during early childhood that comprises of an umbrella of social and mental challenges. The affected children lack basic social, communication and behavioural skills leaving…
Pregnancy is the stage where you may find yourself wrestling in bed trying to get comfortable before sleep. But, your regular sleeping positions will not allow you to be comfortable during pregnancy. While there are several reasons for this uneasiness…
What is Infantile Eczema? Infantile Eczema is also termed as atopic dermatitis or simply ‘Eczema‘. It is characterized by inflamed, red, itchy and dry skin which commonly affects infants and children. Common Causes: This condition is caused by genetic and…
Ovarian cancer in India Ovarian cancer constitutes the third most common cancer among women in India, after breast and cervix cancer, according to the National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP). It contributes to about 6% of total cancer cases among Indian…