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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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Graft versus Host Disease (GvHD)

Graft versus Host Disease (GvHD)

Graft versus host disease (GvHD) occurs when donor cells recognize the host cells as foreign and begin to attack it. Symptoms can be mild, severe or even fatal.

Disease & Condition
Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders

Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders

Circadian rhythm (also known as sleep/wake cycle or the body clock) is a biological process that follows an internal cycle of roughly 24 hours.

Sleep
Hypnotherapy for Sleep Disorders

Hypnotherapy for Sleep Disorders

Hypnosis is a state of highly focused attention that is associated with heightened suggestibility and relaxation, resulting in acceptable selective thinking.

Sleep
Polysomnography

Polysomnography

Polysomnography (PSG) or sleep study is a test done to diagnose sleep disorders by recording brain waves and sleep patterns. PSG can also be useful to monitor response to treatment of sleep disorders and adjust treatment plan suitably.

Health Screening Test
Nightfall / Wet Dreams / Nocturnal Emissions

Nightfall / Wet Dreams / Nocturnal Emissions

Wet dreams or nightfall is the involuntary ejaculation occurring during sleep. It is fairly common in teenage boys and young men. It is considered normal, requiring no treatment unless it occurs very frequently.

Disease & Condition