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    Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: How To Manage And Prevent OHSS Symptoms During Fertility Treatments

    Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: How To Manage And Prevent OHSS Symptoms During Fertility Treatments

    Infertility is a major health challenge globally. The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that nearly one in every six people of reproductive age worldwide (over 17 per cent of the adult population) are affected by infertility. Luckily, there are plenty of advanced fertility treatments to attain parenthood. Fertility treatment can be a blessing for couples […] More

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    Tests To Reduce The Risk Of Having A Child With Down Syndrome

    Tests To Reduce The Risk Of Having A Child With Down Syndrome

    At present there is no definitive cure for Down syndrome. However, an early detection and management of the affected individual by a multidisciplinary team can help reduce symptoms and improve the quality of life. Though the life expectancy of patients with Down syndrome has improved significantly due to advances in the medical field and improvised […] More

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    Infertility Due To Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Holistic Approach Can Give A Boost To Fertility Treatments

    Infertility Due To Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Holistic Approach Can Give A Boost To Fertility Treatments

    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age (17–36 years). It is not a disease but a syndrome where women have a hormonal imbalance and irregular menses. PCOS results in various health problems like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, uterine cancer, issues with the heart and blood vessels, and Infertility. It […] More

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    Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) Or Red Meat Allergy: Causes And Symptoms

    Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) Or Red Meat Allergy: Causes And Symptoms

    Some people may develop allergic reactions after eating red meat or dairy products. It may be caused by alpha-gal (galactose-α-1,3-galactose), a sugar molecule often found in mammalian meat (pork, beef, rabbit, lamb, etc.), cow’s milk, milk products and gelatin. Exposure to products containing alpha-gal can cause a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction, called alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), […] More

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    Down Syndrome Day – Things Parents Need To Know

    Down Syndrome Day - Things Parents Need To Know

    Down syndrome illness, also known as trisomy 21, is one of the most common genetic birth disorders in children, affecting around 1 in every 830 live births. Dr. Gowri Chinthalapalli, Consultant in Developmental Medicine and Fellow in Child Development and Disabilities at Aster CMI Hospital, provides insights  More