Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the oldest diseases known to humanity, yet it still affects millions of people every year. It is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which mainly attacks the lungs but can also harm other parts of the body.
Anaemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or the amount of haemoglobin in the blood is lower than normal. Haemoglobin is the part of red blood cells that carries oxygen to all parts of the body.
Alcoholic Liver Disease (AALD) is a condition caused by long-term heavy drinking that damages the liver. It is not a single disease but a progressive condition that starts with fatty liver, can develop into alcoholic hepatitis, and in severe cases leads to cirrhosis, which is permanent scarring of the liver.
Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) is a condition where open sores develop on the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers) or the upper part of the small intestine (duodenal ulcers).
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a long-term condition where stomach acid flows back into the oesophagus (food pipe), known as acid reflux. While occasional acidity is common, GERD is a persistent form that can cause discomfort and complications.
Migraine is a common but serious type of headache, which is not limited to simple pain but is also associated with many symptoms. It affects millions of people around the world, and its number is increasing rapidly in India too.
A stroke is a serious medical condition that affects the central nervous system (CNS). It happens when the blood supply to a part of the brain is suddenly interrupted or reduced, that prevent brain tissue from getting the oxygen and nutrients.
Analgesic also known as Painkiller are those that reduce the sensation of pain. Pain is not a disease but a by-product of a disease. Sometimes it is short-lived in a condition and sometimes it is life-long.
Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disorder, which means it slowly damages brain cells over time. It’s one of the most common CNS (Central Nervous System) diseases and usually affects people above the age of 60.
Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement and balance. It is one of the most common Central Nervous System disorders, especially among older adults.