Mohan Garikiparithi got his degree in medicine from Osmania University (University of Health Sciences). He practiced clinical medicine for over a decade before he shifted his focus to the field of health communications. During his active practice he served as the head of the Dept. of Microbiology in a diagnostic centre in India. On a three-year communications program in Germany, Mohan developed a keen interest in German Medicine (Homoeopathy), and other alternative systems of medicine. He now advocates treating different medical conditions without the use of traditional drugs. An ardent squash player, Mohan believes in the importance of fitness and wellness.
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Eyelid inflammation, known as blepharitis, is a common condition in which the eyelid gets inflamed and coated with oily particles and bacteria. Blepharitis is commonly associated with eyelid swelling, redness, itchiness, and stinging or burning in the eyes. There are four main types of blepharitis: anterior, posterior, mixed, and rosacea blepharitis. Anterior blepharitis is characterized ...click here to read more
Meniere’s disease is an inner ear disorder that leads to attacks of vertigo, fluctuating hearing loss (which can progress into permanent), tinnitus, and the feeling of fullness or pressure in the ears. Meniere’s disease mainly affects one ear rather than both. The onset of Meniere’s disease usually takes place between the ages of 20 and ...click here to read more
A blood test of the future may be able to predict a person’s risk of stroke. Canadian researchers measured levels of blood-borne chemical signals (biomarkers) in the blood of over 3,200 people. The participants were tracked for nine years on average. Over the course of the study period, 98 of them suffered a stroke. The ...click here to read more
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A corneal ulcer is an open sore on the cornea, which is the clear part of the eye covering the iris and the round pupil. There are many different causes of corneal ulcers. If not taken care of, the condition can lead to lasting problems, including loss of vision or complete blindness. Majority of corneal ...click here to read more
The researchers have concluded that the cause of death of a British bagpipe player is a lethal fungal infection found in wind instruments. According to the experts, the moist environment inside wind instruments is actually a perfect breeding ground for fungal and mold growth. When inhaled regularly, it can lead to chronic lung condition known ...click here to read more
LDL cholesterol level and cardiovascular disease risk may be lowered with a healthy Nordic diet. The researchers found that participants who consumed a Nordic diet had higher levels of HDL cholesterol and lower levels of LDL cholesterol, which are important prerequisites for a healthy heart. The healthy Nordic diet in the study consisted of berries, ...click here to read more
If you are unsatisfied with your job in your 20s and 30s, you’re at a higher risk for poor health in your mid-life and later life. On the other hand, performing rewarding work can benefit your health later on. Study lead author Jonathan Dirlam said, “Those who are, on average, very satisfied versus satisfied tend ...click here to read more
Keratoconus, corneal disease, treatment with corneal crosslinking shows promise. A new light-based technique that selectively stiffens tissue in the cornea may aid in treating keratoconus, which is caused by weakened corneal muscles. A condition that causes vision distortion, keratoconus develops when the round cornea becomes thin and cone shaped. This abnormal change prevents the light ...click here to read more
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