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Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) - Causes, Symptoms, Cure and Preventions | Max Hospital

Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Improving Care and Seeking a Cure

Dilated cardiomyopathy is a complex cardiac ailment that affects the heart's ability to pump blood efficiently, leading to potential complications and challenges. In this article, we delve into the fundamentals of dilated cardiomyopathy, exploring its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and available treatment options. Join us as we navigate through the intricacies of this cardiac condition, aiming to provide clarity and insight into its management and care. Read on.

Dr. Arun Kumar Gupta In Cardiac Sciences

Jan 05 , 2026 | 12 min read

Is Heart Disease Genetic: Understanding Genetic Testing & Risks

Heart disease is a cause of death globally, impacting millions of people across all ages, genders, and lifestyles. As we learn more about the factors that contribute to this condition, it’s becoming clear that genetics plays a significant role. Genetic predispositions can substantially influence an individual’s risk of heart disease. Gaining an understanding of how your genetic makeup affects heart health can empower you to take preventive measures and live a healthier life.

Dr. Parneesh Arora In Cardiac Sciences Interventional Cardiology

Jan 05 , 2026 | 5 min read

Can Salt Cause Heart Failure?

Salt is a major component of food; however, consuming too much salt can have negative effects on the body, including high blood pressure level. Furthermore, elevated blood pressure increases the risk of developing coronary heart disease that may also lead to heart failure. So, to keep the heart's health intact, it is important to limit the amount of salt each day. Our experts say that a high blood pressure puts added force against the walls of the arteries. This extra pressure, in future, can damage the

Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan In Cardiac Sciences Cardiac Surgery (CTVS)

Jan 05 , 2026 | 2 min read

Preparing for Bypass Surgery: When It's Needed and How to Plan

Preparing for heart surgery can be a difficult and emotional experience. Among the various procedures, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), also known as bypass surgery, is a significant intervention to improve blood flow to the heart. Knowing when this surgery is needed and what it involves can help you make the right choices for your heart health.

Dr. Dinesh Chandra In Cardiac Sciences Cardiac Surgery

Jan 05 , 2026 | 3 min read

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Simple Home Remedies For Loose Motions

Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h

Max Team In Internal Medicine

Feb 22 , 2018 | 3 min read

Indian Diet Plan In Pregnancy

To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.

Max Team In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 07 , 2020 | 3 min read

What to Eat in Loose Motion - Do's and Dont's

When you have loose motions, the most effective way to return to full health is by changing your diet. There are many foods which can help you to soothe your stomach, but there are some foods that can irritate your stomach. We'll proceed by listing out some of the things that you should and shouldn't do when you have loose motions.

Max Team In Internal Medicine

Mar 21 , 2018 | 3 min read

How Can Squint be Corrected?

Many people think that squint is a permanent condition and cannot be corrected. But the truth is that eyes can be straightened at any age. Commonly known as “Strabismus”, where the eyes are not aligned in the same direction, this can be present only part of the time, in one or alternating between two eyes. The squinting may turn in (converge), turn out (diverge) or sometimes turn up or down.

Max Team In Ophthalmology Eye Care / Ophthalmology

Nov 13 , 2020 | 3 min read

Exploring ECG vs. Echocardiogram Tests: Unraveling Cardiac Diagnostics | Max Hospital

ECG and ECHO Tests: Understanding the Difference

Electrocardiography (ECG) and Echocardiography (ECHO) are two non-invasive and painless medical tests used by cardiac specialists to assess the heart's functionality. Unlike many medical procedures, these tests need no specific preparation from patients and pose minimal risks. In this article, we will delve into the difference between ECG and ECHO procedures, shedding light on their importance in diagnosing heart-related issues.

Dr. Sanjat Chiwane In Cardiac Sciences

Jan 05 , 2026 | 9 min read

Which Valve Replacement is Suitable: Metallic or Tissue (Animal) Valve?

Do you know Rheumatic Heart Disease can affect human valves? About 2-3% of our Indian population suffers from this disease, therefore; patients have to come for valve replacement, unfortunately. In an already burdened situation for the family, surgeon faces a complicated choice of deciding a valve, tissue or metal valve and thus the confusion begins. How to decide the valves? As per the international standards, anyone is above 60 or 65 years of age, are offered tissue valves . However, it is not th

Dr. Manish Meswani In Cardiac Sciences Cardiac Surgery (CTVS)

Jan 05 , 2026 | 2 min read

World Heart Day 2025: Small Lifestyle Changes, Big Health Benefits

Heart problems are becoming increasingly common, and what’s especially concerning is that they are now affecting younger people as well, including those who are in their 20s and 30s. In many cases, the causes can be traced back to everyday habits such as unhealthy eating, lack of physical activity, high stress, and poor sleep. The good news is that these causes are within our control. World Heart Day reminds us that protecting our heart health doesn't need big changes but small, simple lifestyle improvements can make a huge difference to our overall health. To understand how we can better care for our hearts, this blog looks at the key risk factors for heart disease, simple lifestyle changes that can help, and how World Heart Day 2025 can inspire better habits for a healthier heart. Let us begin by understanding the significance of this day.

Dr. Rajiv Agarwal In Cardiac Sciences

Jan 05 , 2026 | 13 min read

Heart Attack in Young Adults: Rising Risk, Symptoms, Prevention & Recovery Options | Max Hospital

Heart Failure in Young Adults: A Growing Concern All Over the World

The recent increase in the incidences of heart attacks among young adults can be attributed to a range of factors, including lifestyle choices, environmental influences, genetics, and underlying health conditions. Understand its major causes, symptoms, preventive measures, and the importance early intervention in maintaining heart health.

Dr. Naveen Bhamri In Cardiac Sciences Cardiology

Jan 05 , 2026 | 9 min read

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