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Plain-language guides to the conditions and procedures Disha Hospital treats. General information, not a substitute for seeing a doctor.
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Gynecology
Pregnancy Care and Antenatal Checkups: A Simple Guide
Regular antenatal checkups track the health of both mother and baby and catch problems early. Here is what to expect at each stage.
Read the guideNephrology
Protecting Your Kidneys: Diabetes and Blood Pressure
Long-standing diabetes and high blood pressure are the most common causes of reduced kidney function. Regular checks catch the change early, when it can still be slowed.
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Thyroid Swellings and Neck Lumps: When to Get Them Checked
Most neck swellings are harmless, often a swollen gland from an infection. A lump that lasts, grows or feels hard should be examined.
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Managing Diabetes and High Blood Pressure: A Patient's Guide
Diabetes and high blood pressure are long-term conditions that are managed, not cured. Regular checkups and steady habits keep them under control and protect the heart, kidneys and eyes.
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IllustrativeLaser Proctology
Laser Treatment for Piles: What It Is, Who It Suits and Recovery
Piles are swollen blood vessels in and around the anus. Early piles usually settle with diet and medicines; laser treatment is an option for piles that keep bleeding or prolapse.
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IllustrativeLaparoscopy
Laparoscopic (Keyhole) Surgery: A Patient's Guide
Laparoscopy lets a surgeon operate through a few small cuts using a camera. For most suitable patients it means less pain, a shorter stay and a quicker return to normal life.
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IllustrativeLaser Varicose Veins
Varicose Veins: Symptoms, Causes and Laser Treatment
Varicose veins are enlarged leg veins caused by faulty valves. Laser treatment seals the faulty vein from inside through a needle-sized entry.
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IllustrativeEndoscopy
Upper GI Endoscopy: Why It's Done and How to Prepare
An upper GI endoscopy is a short camera test of the food pipe, stomach and duodenum. It finds the cause of symptoms such as persistent acidity, pain, bleeding or swallowing trouble.
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IllustrativeGeneral Surgery
Hernia: Symptoms, When to Operate and Laparoscopic Repair
A hernia is a bulge where part of the intestine or fat pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. It does not heal on its own; most hernias are repaired with a short operation, often by keyhole.
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IllustrativeLaparoscopy
Gallbladder Stones: Symptoms, Tests and Laparoscopic Removal
Gallstones are hard deposits in the gallbladder. Many cause no trouble; stones that cause pain, infection or jaundice are treated by removing the gallbladder through keyhole surgery, usually with a one- or two-day stay.
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Piles, Fissure or Fistula? Symptoms and Treatment
Piles, fissure and fistula all cause trouble around the back passage, but they are different problems with different treatments. A short examination by a proctologist tells them apart.
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Laparoscopic vs Open Surgery: Which Is Right for You?
Laparoscopic surgery does the same operation as open surgery through a few small cuts. For most suitable patients it means less pain and a quicker return to normal life, but it is not the right choice for everyone.
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Appendicitis: Warning Signs and Appendix Surgery
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. It is a surgical emergency: pain that starts around the navel and moves to the lower right side of the abdomen needs to be checked the same day.
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PCOS and PCOD: Symptoms, Tests and Treatment
PCOS (also called PCOD) is a common hormone condition in women that affects periods, skin, weight and fertility. It cannot always be cured, but it can be managed well.
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Heavy or Irregular Periods: When to See a Gynecologist
Period problems are common and usually treatable. Heavy bleeding, bleeding between periods and any bleeding after menopause should always be checked.
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Fever That Won't Settle: When to See a Doctor
Most viral fevers settle within three days. A fever that lasts longer, or comes with warning signs, needs a doctor's examination and often a few blood tests.
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Medical Emergency Signs: When to Go to Hospital Now
Some symptoms cannot wait for an appointment. If you see any of these signs, go to the nearest hospital emergency at once and call ahead if you can.
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How to Choose a Hospital for Surgery in Chitradurga
The best hospital for you is one where you know who will treat you, understand the options and know what it will cost before you agree. These questions help you compare.
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Acidity and Gastric Pain: When You Need an Endoscopy
Most acidity settles with simple changes and short courses of medicine. Some symptoms, though, need an endoscopy to see what is going on.
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Thyroid Surgery: Who Needs It and What to Expect
Most thyroid swellings do not need surgery. An operation is advised when a nodule looks suspicious, a goitre presses on the windpipe or food pipe, or an overactive thyroid cannot be controlled.
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Kidney Function Tests Explained: Creatinine and eGFR
Kidney disease is often silent. Two simple tests, a blood creatinine and a urine protein check, show how well the kidneys are working long before symptoms appear.
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