Dr. Smitha S. Dutt's Profile
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Dr. Smitha Dutt received a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the State University of New York, Buffalo, USA with a specialization in Oncology. She completed her post-doctoral training from University of California, Davis, USA. She is active contributor to the site as a freelance writer on a view more..
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Kidney Stone Prevention
Kidney stones are small stones that develop in urine containing increased levels of calcium, uric acid, or cysteine. Prevent kidney stones by drinking lots of water and fluids.
Silicone Hair Treatment
Silicone hair treatment results in lustrous, detangled hair, provides thermal protection against heat styling techniques, and retains moisture. Silicones are water-soluble or water-insoluble.
Pericarditis
Pericarditis occurs when the pericardium gets inflamed. Pericarditis is characterized by severe chest pain.
Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissues that affects all age groups. Erysipelas, necrotizing fasciitis, and periorbital cellulitis are the 3 types of cellulitis.
Bacteremia
Bacteremia is the presence of viable bacteria in the bloodstream. Blood cultures are used in diagnosis and antibiotics are used to treat bacteremia.