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About 7 million people worldwide have IBD.1 Although it is not a common disease, an increasing number of people have been diagnosed over the last 20 years. It is affecting people in their productive years and unfortunately IBD is a lifelong disease, with remitting and relapsing course. Do note delay colonoscopic examination when your doctor […]
Colonoscopy is one of the important investigations in diagnosing Inflammatory bowel disease or bleeding from the bottom . It helps in early diagnosis & treatment. Preparing for a colonoscopy What’s involved in colonoscopy prep? ·Emptying the contents of the colon is a key requirement for a successful colonoscopy. ·If the bowel prep isn’t good , […]
Student corner: Contributed by Ms Aaliya Masoodi Heart attacks are often considered a condition that affects older adults. But in recent years, there has been a rise in the number of young adults experiencing heart attacks. It’s a startling trend that needs to be taken seriously. In today’s world, young people are exposed to a […]
Contributed by Dr Shivam Kalia MD. Pursuing DM Gastroenterology Linkedin Clinical scenario A nine-year-old girl from western Odisha, with no prior comorbidities presented with History of Jaundice of 3 months, She also complained of pain , progressive, and pruritus-like symptoms. Her abdominal pain was localized , dull aching type and was not related to […]
Top ten tips for Diabetes mellitus : Diabetes mellitus affects millions across the globe .It is all about the approach to this disease which matters the most . Here are some top ten tips for diabetics : Target your Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) below 6.5 % (48mmol/mol),This test gives an idea of blood sugar control over […]
Contributed by Prof. Bashir A Laway Professor and Head Department of Endocrinology Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences Soura Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir, email: drlaway@gmail.com Fruit intake and prevention of diabetes Many epidemiological studies have proved that regular intake of fruit is associated with prevention of diabetes. Consumption of 150 grams of fruit per day for […]
