Doctor visits help find a diagnosis and treatment for our health issues but these doctor visits can be stressful.

Many new mothers have difficulty choosing the best brands for baby formula and foods. There are many brands available in market and all seem to be coming from reputed pharmaceutical companies. Recommendations from the pediatricians could make it more confusing. Grandmothers would often come to the rescue of the baby by suggesting that mother’s milk is the best. They will suggest that cow’s milk is the second-best option as baby “Krishna” was also raised on it. They will insist to feed the baby with the home-made butter as well. Question is whom to trust. Should we trust the new trend of feeding babies formulas? Or listen to the age-old experiences of grandmothers?

Medical termination of Pregnancy (MTP) is a medical name for abortions. Many women undergo this process due to unavailability of support and strength andavailability of advanced medical care and newer medicines. However we should not forget that such terminations will have consequences later. The consequences could range from pain in abdomen, pelvic infections, vaginal discharge, disturbed menstruation, psychiatric illnesses, infertility and even death. Psychiatric illnesses like mood swings, depression, suicidal tendency, psychotic symptoms, delusions, insecurity, etc after an abortion are not just seen in the mother but are also seen frequently in other family members and health professionals involved in it.

Pouring First Drops of Rain, refreshing the whole outside and rejuvenating the inside of us, Comes the Monsoon. Everyone enjoys the freshness & invigorating changes that Monsoon brings. But though pleasing Monsoon can be for us, it’s not innocuous. Heavy Rain, deluge & lightning are frequently experienced threats of the season, Along with some commonly known yet ignored issues such as water-borne diseases.

Itching or burning in the anus (pruritus ani) has become a common problem reported in gastroenterology clinics. It usually happens as a result of some inflammation in the area. Spicy foods irritate the lining and cause burning during defecation.