What is the meaning of HRCT? HRCT stands for High-Resolution Computed Tomography. This imaging procedure uses X-rays to generate high-resolution images of the lungs and the airways. To conduct a chest HRCT means using the technique of computer tomography to obtain a series of thin-slice chest images and processing them to create a clear, spatial …
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What is dehydration? Dehydration occurs when your body does not have adequate water or other fluids required for its proper functioning. This usually happens when the intake of fluids becomes less. Dehydration is prevalent among youngsters. The effects of dehydration are dangerous, and it can degrade the health of young children and older people. Ideally, …
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The second wave of COVID-19 in India has been brutal, affecting many with a large number of individuals requiring oxygen support, ICU stays, long-term hospitalization and treatment for various fungal infections. Firstly Mucormycosis or Black fungus was seen in COVID-recovered patients. Then, several cases of other fungus named White fungus were diagnosed among the COVID-19 …
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What is Black Fungus? Black fungus disease or Mucormycosis is a severe but sporadic fungal infection that has suddenly become an epidemic in most parts of India. It is caused by a mold ‘mucormycetes’ present in the environment. The black fungus does not harm you until and unless it enters the body through skin burn, …
Introduction Besides the relapse of COVID-19 in India, various types of fungal infections are developing in the post-COVID phase. Firstly Black fungus, also known as mucormycosis, is detected in various patients and has been declared an epidemic by health officials. Later on, doctors submitted reports of other fungus infections like White fungus and Yellow fungus …
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The nose allows us to inhale and exhale. This external part of the respiratory system is lined by blood vessels. An injury or a pressure difference in the atmosphere can cause these vessels to rupture, causing a nosebleed. Nosebleed or epistaxis, meaning bleeding from the nose, is usually not a cause of concern. All of …
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There are relationships in life which we are born with. Then there are those that we choose. When we are passing through the age of innocence, we are more likely to form alliances of heart. The ones that are stronger and last longer are with people who we are naturally attracted to, who share similar …
It has been over two decades that I have been a part of the diagnostics industry and have experienced many facets of the sector. Having worked closely with the real people who make a diagnostic lab work, there are numerous stories to tell of their challenges and hard work, which we as recipients of diagnostic …
Ethical dilemmas can arise in various shades of grey and require tactful handling Many organisations emphasise the importance of ethical behaviour. But work pressures can sometimes force employees to indulge in questionable practices. This is because ethical dilemmas come in multiple shades of grey, not necessarily in black and white. There is also the issue …
The words “Hope, it is the quintessential human delusion, simultaneously the source of your greatest strength, and greatest weakness” by The Architect from the movie The Matrix Reloaded perhaps still rings in the ear of every Sci-Fi movie lovers. These lines are true representation of possibilities of success and risks of failure. And there is no denying …
