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Dr. Simi Paknikar

Dr. Simi Paknikar is an MD in Pharmacology with professional experience of over a decade, that includes medical writing, teaching and conducting quality audits for medical services companies. Dr Paknikar is passionate about educating consumers about health and keeps abreast of the latest medical view more..

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Sulphonamide Allergy

Sulphonamide Allergy

Sulphonamide allergy is one of the commonest drug allergy reactions. It is seen to antibiotics containing the sulphonamide group.

Disease & Condition
Neck Pain Symptom Evaluation

Neck Pain Symptom Evaluation

Neck pain may be due to minor causes like strain and sprain or due to more serious conditions like disc prolapse, cancer or fractures.

Symptoms
Keloids

Keloids

Keloids are fibrous scars that extend beyond an original wound and are elevated from the skin surface.

Disease & Condition
Intestinal Parasite Infection

Intestinal Parasite Infection

Protozoa and helminths (intestinal worms) are the commonest intestinal parasites that enter the GI tract by ingestion of contaminated food and water.

Disease & Condition
Goitre (Thyroid Swelling)

Goitre (Thyroid Swelling)

Goitre is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. Autoimmune diseases, hereditary factors, iodine deficiency cause goitre.

Disease & Condition