Friday 17 November 2017

Are You Aware Of Danger Behind Valvular Heart Diseases ???

Most of us are afraid of heart disease that none of us take any precaution to take care of their heart.
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Heart diseases have grown to be a major health risk in India today. Of these, valvular heart diseases are the most common. It is caused due to a defect or damage in any of the four heart valves, namely aortic, mitral, pulmonary and tricuspid.



A normal, healthy valve ensures blood flow in the right quantity in the right direction and right time. However, in valvular diseases, the valves become stenotic or narrowed, affecting the quantity and direction of the blood pumped.
The symptoms of valvular heart diseases vary with its intensity and hence it is important to get periodic check us to ensure your cardiac health. 
Get yourself checked-up immediately if you encounter the following symptoms


  • Swellings in hands, feet, ankles or abdomen
  • Wheezing or shortness of breath following small exertions
  • Even mild palpitations or chest pain
  • Fatigue, dizziness or fainting
  • Fever
  • Rapid weight gain

Risk Factors

Valvular heart diseases can occur due to various reasons such as degeneration of valve tissues due to age, infections such as bacterial endocarditis, elevated levels of blood pressure, rheumatic fever, heart attacks and so on. 

Treatment

The treatment procedures adopted for the condition might vary depending on the intensity of the disease. They include following a healthy lifestyle, use of antithrombotic or clot-preventing medication, anticoagulants, balloon dilation and in extreme cases, valve surgery

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Friday 14 July 2017

The value of Vaccination

It is very important for the students who want to pursue their higher studies in universities, particularly in the countries such as USA, UK, Australia, Europe and China to get vaccinated before join their campus.  The health and safety of the students is one of the top priorities of these universities. These universities make much effort to ensure that it is as proactive as possible at enhancing the health and well-being of the community. While the Vaccination Requirement alone is unable to stop outbreaks, medical evidence shows that higher levels of vaccination among a population lead to greater protection and less severe symptoms should an outbreak occur.
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With this in mind, all the students in these universities are required to be vaccinated for

These universities have selected the required vaccines based on the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  The CDC and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) set the dosing schedules which are based on medical evidence.
All new students are required to complete the Vaccination Requirement. A new student is any student who has never been enrolled at and attended any of these universities. This includes undergraduate, graduate and professional students.  Students who are not in compliance may not be able to attend classes for future semesters until they reach compliance for their Vaccination Requirement(s). It is mandatory for all the educational institutes to complete the Vaccination Requirement of their students.

These vaccinations are much cheaper in India than these countries, so it is better to get vaccinated in India before going abroad for the studies. All of these vaccinations are available from many health providers, only concern is to check best health provider that understand these universities norms and complete all the process accordingly.

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Tuesday 6 June 2017

Chest Pain – Watch Out Those Irregular Beats

Chest pain is one of the most common causes of panic that makes you rush to emergency care, what with the increasing incidence of heart disease and associated conditions today. The growth of these diseases has been so alarming that heart blocks and heart attacks have become a common scenario.

Our lifestyle choices including our dietary preferences and stress of work have all taken a toll on our health, especially heart health. The only way out is to follow a health life pattern, while getting yourself checked up regularly. After all isn’t it better to be safe than sorry!


The onset of chest pain does not necessarily mean a heart condition. However it doesn’t mean you can take it lightly. Chest pains differing in intensity, quality, location and duration might define different conditions like a serious heart disorder or other conditions that are not life threatening.But it can be diagnosed in one of the best clinics for chest pain treatment Fayth Clinic,Mumbai

Causes of chest pain


Although we consider the initial instances of chest pain as a symptom of an imminent heart attack, they can occur due to different causes as well. Some of them are caused due to gastrointestinal issues like heart burn or issues with swallowing of food. Chest pain can occur due to lung related issues like bronchitis, pneumonia, bronchospasm and the sort as well.
Chest pain can be caused due to bone or muscle related causes as well. Sore muscles or bruised bones can result in chest pain. Panic attacks and reactivation of viruses such as those that cause chicken pox can also cause instances of chest pain.


Look out for these symptoms
Here are some symptoms that accompany chest pain, when it is caused due to heart related disorders:

  • Tightness and pressure in chest
  • Pain in jaws, arm or back
  • Dizziness, fatigue or light headedness
  • Nausea and abdominal pain
  • Pain during exertions
  • Shortness of breath


Heart conditions can be diagnosed by conducting a blood analysis, ECG and Echo test among others. The areas and extend of blockage can be ascertained by conducting an Angiogram.

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Wednesday 3 May 2017

DIABETES – Knowing The Veiled Villian

Diabetes mellitus, popularly called diabetes, has assumed a constant presence in our families. Families without a diabetic member is a rarity these days. Characterised by an increase of glucose content in blood, diabetes is a lifelong condition, which affects our body’s ability to process the energy or glucose content obtained from food.

Glucose is the prime source of energy for the body. They are the fuel for our brain cells as well. However, in excess quantities, they are deemed to be harmful for the body, leading to serious health conditions like nerve damage, kidney damage, increasing the threat of cardiovascular diseases and so on.

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Types of diabetes

Diabetes conditions can be differentiated based on their nature and cause of occurrence. The main types of diabetes are as follows.

Type 1 diabetes – also called insulin dependent diabetes, it is caused due to an inadequate production of insulin from pancreas. They are known to have an early onset, probably in childhood.

Type 2 diabetes – a milder form of diabetes than Type 1, it is mostly found in adults and a few obese kids. Here insulin is produced by pancreas but are not used by the body due to insulin resistance or lack of insulin sensitivity of the body.

Gestational diabetes – this is a reversible form of diabetes, that is triggered with a pregnancy, diagnosed during the middle or late months of pregnancy.

Symptoms of diabetes

Diabetes when left unaddressed can have complicated repercussions on the body. With lifestyle choices making us prone to the disease, it is advisable to have a periodic lifestyle screening tests added to our schedules.

Diabetes do not always present symptoms. Some of the often associated with diabetes are as below.
  • Unexplained weigh loss
  • Increased thirst
  • Increase in urination frequency
  • Fatigue and irritability
  • Frequent infections
  • Unusually slow healing of wounds or sores
  • Blurred vision

The risk factors of the condition are usually associated with genetics, family history and lifestyle choices. Obesity and lack of exercise are among the prime risk factors associated with diabetes. An early detection of the condition can help in better management and avoiding of complications, hence periodic testing is the need of the time.

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Monday 3 April 2017

The Increasing Threat of Obesity in Children

Chubby babies look too cute and cuddly but with increasing age, fat in children makes them prone to a lot of difficulties. Obesity in children is growing at a very fast rate. Even though this can be attributed to their polarity towards junk food, it cannot be taken lightly. Not just health, but self-confidence also takes a hit with obesity. They get mocked by friends for their extra weight, which can negatively influence their confidence and character with time.
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What was once considered as diseases of adults has made their appearance in children as well. With a growing incidence of diabetes, heart disease and cholesterol in children, obesity in children has assumed alarming proportion. It needs to be addressed as early as possible to ensure the healthy well-being of the child. A proper diet coupled with proper physical activity can help in reduction of weight.
Symptoms of obesity in children
Obesity cannot be measured with eyes. A few extra pounds on a child cannot necessarily mean obesity. Symptoms of obesity include a BMI above 30. It can be obtained by dividing the weight of the child in kilogram with the square of his/her height in metres.
Causes of obesity in children
Obesity can be a result of life style choice with high calorie food intake and lack of physical activity. They have some hereditary as well as hormonal connections as well the risk factors associated with obesity are as follows: -
  • Diet consisting of high calorie food and drinks
  • Lack of exercise which leads to accumulation of fat
  • Children with a family history of obesity are prone to be obese than people who have no hereditary connections
  • Stress and family issues can lead to obesity as many children cope with stress by eating
  • Socioeconomic factors that limit the availability of better and healthy food.

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Wednesday 8 March 2017

Prevent Cardiac Diseases with Regular Cardiac Check Up

The World Health Organisation (WHO) rates India as one the leading competitors for the top place in highest incidence of heart diseases. It is said to reach the top by the end of 2020. This is where the need for regular cardiac check-up becomes necessary. Researches have shown that cardiovascular diseases have a high incidence among the people below 50 years as well. The irony is that most of these diseases are preventable to a great extent with proper monitoring of health factors.
The lifestyle is a major contributor to these diseases. Our eating habits, diet, lack of exercise, stress and environmental factors affect the health of our heart. Heredity is known to play an important role as well. A regular cardiac check-up can analyse the condition of our heart to know if it is in the safe zone or not.

The check-up procedures for detecting cardiovascular irregularities comprises of a series of physical examination. They involve checking the patients respiratory function, pulse and heart beat and a talk with the consultant regarding any physical issues. A blood test is also conducted to check the patient’s blood sugar level, CBC, urea count, cholesterol level, lipid profile, creatinine level and so on.
An ECG test can easily find out the irregularities with the heart function. 2D Echo is another procedure in cardiac check-up to check the heart function. X-rays, 24 hour ambulatory blood pressure and 24 hour Holter study are other cardiac check-up procedures to study heart function.  

Based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Fayth Clinic is an ISO 9001:2015 certified clinic, that offers annual or pre-employment health check-ups. An advance cardiac unit with all modern diagnostic technologies, cardiac rehabilitation unit, other diagnostic services such as pathology, OPD consultations, physiotherapy and radiology or X-ray unit helps in providing a wholesome check-up package to the patients. The gym and spa unit in the hospital adds to the friendly and comfortable ambience of the clinic.


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