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Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman

Lakshmi is a qualified post-graduate medical doctor and an alumni from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Porur, Chennai. During her academic career she developed and published an Android App called 'drexampill' that contains study material for First and Second year MBBS view more..

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Croup

Croup

Croup or laryngotracheobronchitis results from the infection of the upper respiratory airway causing voice hoarseness and a barking cough.

Disease & Condition
Torsion Testis

Torsion Testis

Torsion occurs when the testis spins, twisting the spermatic cord, causing reduced blood flow and testicular damage. Timely surgery may be needed to save the testis.

Disease & Condition
Outdoor Workouts - Types, Benefits

Outdoor Workouts - Types, Benefits

Outdoor exercises help burn fat aerobically and build lean muscle mass. Choose your own regime of outdoor workouts enroute to nature and fitness.

Lifestyle Articles
Vitamin D Deficiency

Vitamin D Deficiency

Vitamin D the sunshine vitamin is essential for strong bones. Vitamin D deficiency is reportedly increasing worldwide and cause bone pain and muscle weakness.

Disease & Condition
Amniotic Band Syndrome

Amniotic Band Syndrome

Amniotic band syndrome refers to various birth defects due to fibrous bands from the amniotic sac entangling parts of the fetus and preventing normal development.

Disease & Condition