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Leukemia - Types and Early Symptoms

A type of cancer that affects the blood cells, leukaemia hinders the body’s immunity. In blood cancer, there is a rapid production of white blood cells in the bone marrow, which in turn, affects the production of red blood cells and platelets in the body.

Dr. Sandeep Batra In Hematology Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology Medical Oncology

Jan 05 , 2026 | 3 min read

The Role of Nutrition in Women’s Health: Key Insights

Many women neglect their dietary needs while juggling family and work, often finding themselves too preoccupied with daily responsibilities. As a result, their health and nutrition inadvertently takes a back seat. It is crucial to recognize the significant impact of diet on health. While women's overall calorie and food quantity requirements might be lower than men's, their needs for specific vitamins and minerals are usually higher.

Dr. Suman Lal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Jan 05 , 2026 | 6 min read

Stroke: Types, Symptoms & Emergency

A Stroke is called a Brain Attack in layman’s terms. The word “Stroke” says it all – it just happens suddenly.

Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal In Emergency & Trauma

Jan 05 , 2026 | 2 min read

Neutrophils: Description, Count and Functions

Neutrophils are a variety of white blood cells (leukocytes), which serve as the immune system's initial defence mechanism. White blood cells are categorised into three types: granulocytes, lymphocytes, and monocytes. Among granulocytes, neutrophils coexist with eosinophils and basophils. Collectively, these white blood cells safeguard the body against infections and injuries.

Dr. Amrita Chakrabarti In Hematology Oncology Haematology Bone Marrow Transplant

Jan 05 , 2026 | 4 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 | 4 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 | 4 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 | 4 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 Eye Care / Ophthalmology Ophthalmology

Nov 13 , 2020 | 4 min read

Jaundice - a preventable disease

As summers and monsoon come, there is a spurt in cases of jaundice in Delhi and India, in general. It causes a lot of concern due to weakness, less productivity and can also cause severe liver damage which in a small percentage of cases, can lead to death. Jaundice is a symptom of liver injury and not a disease by itself. Many different forms of liver diseases can lead to jaundice as a symptom . The common jaundice that we see in community is caused by Hepatitis A or Hepatitis E virus. Both of these viru

Dr. Vivek Raj In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy

Jan 05 , 2026 | 3 min read

Successful Removal of Tumor at Max Dehradun- Read the Story

Three years ago, Meenakshi Malhotra (name changed) got married to Rajeev Malhotra (name changed), businessman. Meenakshi had pain in her right knee for few months which was progressively worsening. Initially, the pain lasted for about a day or two but slowly it became a constant dull aching pain. After 4-5 months of marriage, the pain became unbearable. Rajeev is a businessman based in Srinagar, Uttarakhand, and lives in a joint family. As soon as the pain aggravated, the family immediately consulted th

Dr. Vivek Verma In Cancer Care / Oncology Musculoskeletal Surgical Oncology

Jan 05 , 2026 | 3 min read

What is Encephalitis: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Encephalitis is a rare but serious condition that causes inflammation in the brain, often leading to sudden and worrying health changes. For some, it may begin with mild symptoms such as fever or headache, but for others, it can quickly advance to severe issues such as confusion, seizures, or even loss of consciousness. As the early signs of encephalitis can easily be mistaken for common illnesses, many people delay seeking help, which makes awareness all the more important. Understanding what encephalitis is, the types that exist, and the symptoms linked with it can make a real difference in recognising the condition early and ensuring timely treatment. This blog will cover all these in simple terms, along with available treatment options. But first, let us understand the condition in a bit more detail.

Dr. Puneet Agarwal In Neurosciences

Jan 05 , 2026 | 10 min read

Understanding Swine Flu (H1N1): Transmission, Symptoms and Prevention

Swine flu is a type of influenza, but unlike seasonal flu, which is caused by different strains of the influenza virus, it is caused by the H1N1 virus. If left untreated, it can lead to complications such as pneumonia, especially in young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. Vaccination and good hygiene help reduce the risk of infection.

Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal In Pulmonology

Jan 05 , 2026 | 8 min read

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