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B.Sc

Himabindu Venkatakrishnan

Her expertise is in the area of speech and hearing and she also holds a certificate in Medical Transcription. She is an activist against 'heavy school bags' that can cause damage to the "backs" of young kids in India.

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Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis, the acute life-threatening allergic reaction caused by insect bites or eating certain foods, requires immediate emergency treatment as it can be fatal.

Disease & Condition
Test Your Knowledge on Medical Face Masks

Test Your Knowledge on Medical Face Masks

Medical face masks are used to protect surgeons or healthcare workers from infection and body fluids. Surgical masks are effective against pollution and asthma.

Health Quiz
Urinary Diversion

Urinary Diversion

Diversion procedures include Ileal conduit, uretero-sig are done to bypass the bladder when it is either compromised or has to be removed due to cancer or other reasons.

Surgical Procedures
Muscle Twitching

Muscle Twitching

Involuntary muscle twitching occurs as repetitive muscle spasms in a group of muscles. The cause of muscle twitches determines the treatment procedure and outcome.

Disease & Condition
10 Ways to Manage Low Back Pain at Home

10 Ways to Manage Low Back Pain at Home

Home remedies for severe lower back pain are most sought after in today’s lifestyle. Chronic back and hip pain relief is possible with simple measures at home.

Home Remedies