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MSc, PhD, FRSPH (London)
Dr. Bharati is a Public Health Consultant based in New Delhi. He obtained his PhD in Physiology with specialization in Vaccinology from the University of Calcutta in 2001. He did his Post-doctoral Fellowship from the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, UK, specializing in Immunology and Molecular view more..
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Exfoliative Dermatitis
Exfoliative dermatitis or erythroderma is a skin condition where the skin becomes reddened and inflamed accompanied by severe itching and peeling of the skin.
Azotemia (High Blood Nitrogen Levels)
Azotemia is a condition characterized by high blood nitrogen levels, leading to acute renal failure. Symptoms vary with the type of azotemia. Incidence of azotemia is the highest in persons between 45 to 65 years.
Achalasia
In achalasia food fails to pass into the stomach due to constriction of the lower esophageal sphincter and is accompanied by esophageal aperistalsis.
Focal Seizures (Partial Seizures)
Focal or partial seizures are abnormal localized electrical discharges in the brain. They are of two types and exhibit many associated symptoms. Focal seizures can be diagnosed by EEG and brain imaging and treated with drugs and lifestyle changes.
Anencephaly
Anencephaly is a neural tube defect (NTD), in which a baby is born with an underdeveloped brain and skull. Major portions of the brain may be missing or completely absent. Sadly, there is no treatment for this condition.
