Post-COVID care: Why the Lung needs more attention now, than ever

Post-COVID care: Why the Lung needs more attention now, than ever

Special attention needed in case of underlying diseases such as asthma, COPD and other lung problems By Dr. Jaideep Gogtay,  The lung is a delicate organ and despite that knowledge we are inclined to be indifferent towards it. As gateways for breathing life into us, the lung is exposed to numerous external factors such as … Read more

After black fungus, now ‘bone death’ reported in Covid patients! Likely causes to treatment, here’s what we know so far

After black fungus, now ‘bone death’ reported in Covid patients! Likely causes to treatment, here’s what we know so far

The medical fraternity is looking into the implication of cCovid-19 causing AVN. After black fungus, a new kind of health complication is arising among Covid -29 patients undergoing critical care treatment. The new condition that have left the health experts baffled is or avascular necrosis that causes the death of bone tissues. Three confirmed cases … Read more

Post Covid-19 complications explained: Mucormycosis, multiorgan and lung effects, brain disease and more

Post Covid-19 complications explained: Mucormycosis, multiorgan and lung effects, brain disease and more

Long COVID is a range of symptoms that can last weeks or months after first being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 or can appear weeks after infection. (Photo source: IE) By Dr Chetan Rao Vaddepally,  “Will I ever lead a normal life again?” A question on the mind of every COVID-19 affected patient. … Read more

COVID-19 lab tests: Essential blood tests for women, COVID-recovered patients and senior citizens; All you need to know

COVID-19 lab tests: Essential blood tests for women, COVID-recovered patients and senior citizens; All you need to know

After a certain age, the frequency of some tests should increase as we need to be proactive about our health and monitor changes in our body. Essential tests for women’s health and for those recovering from COVID-19 now take the spotlight! For over a year now, Indians are used to wearing face masks whenever a … Read more