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What is Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip?
Developmental dysplasia of the hip or DDH, is a condition that affects the hip joint in newborns and young children. The hip is like a ball-and-cup, formed by the round top of the thigh bone - called the femur - and a cup-shaped socket in the pelvis. The hip joint is stable in spite of its large range of motion and is kept in place by ligaments and other soft tissue structures. The normal infant hip is not mature at birth but develops into a s...more
Developmental dysplasia of the hip or DDH, is a condition that affects the hip joint in newborns and young children. The hip is like a ball-and-cup, formed by the round top of the thigh bone - called the femur - and a cup-shaped socket in the pelvis. The hip joint is stable in spite of its large range of motion and is kept in place by ligaments and other soft tissue structures. The normal infant hip is not mature at birth but develops into a s...more
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The habit of thumb sucking is very common in many toddlers and babies, but often disturbs the parents to a great extent. Before dealing with this habit, it is very imperative for parents to understand the cause of this behavior. The tendency of thumb sucking is quite normal for the babies as it makes them feel comforting.
Problems that occur with thumb sucking
There are certain problems that occur if the baby develops the habit of prolonged thumb sucking. The problem that occurs mai...more
Problems that occur with thumb sucking
There are certain problems that occur if the baby develops the habit of prolonged thumb sucking. The problem that occurs mai...more
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Pregnancy brings with it a new set of additional responsibilities. The mother has to be extra vigilant about monitoring and caring for her health. This ensures that sufficient nutrition is being provided to the growing infant, at the same time, ensuring no harm comes through you. Listed below are some simple ways to do the same.
Prenatal care: As soon as you realize that you are pregnant, it is advisable to talk to a doctor or a midwife about proper prenatal care. This could include any...more
Prenatal care: As soon as you realize that you are pregnant, it is advisable to talk to a doctor or a midwife about proper prenatal care. This could include any...more
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What is congenital hypothyroidism?
Newborn babies who are unable to make enough thyroid hormone have congenital hypothyroidism, meaning they are born with an underactive or absent thyroid gland. If the condition is not found and treated, children can have mental retardation and growth failure. But the good news is that early diagnosis and proper treatment can prevent these problems. In most cases, the condition is permanent and your child will need lifelong treatment.
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Newborn babies who are unable to make enough thyroid hormone have congenital hypothyroidism, meaning they are born with an underactive or absent thyroid gland. If the condition is not found and treated, children can have mental retardation and growth failure. But the good news is that early diagnosis and proper treatment can prevent these problems. In most cases, the condition is permanent and your child will need lifelong treatment.
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The most devastating period for any pregnant women is a miscarriage. This normally happens because of genetic abnormality noticed in the fetus caused due to tripling of a chromosome. This is also called spontaneous abortion because the body rejects the random genetic abnormality. Apart from this, there are many other reasons for miscarriage namely blood clotting, deshaped uterus, uterine fibroids, unhealthy cervix and so on. Now, this could lead you to the next question - What can we do to pre...more
Last Updated: 1 year ago• Featured Tip
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What do you know about" triple x syndrome?
Triple x syndrome, which may also be referred to as trisomy x, is a genetic condition that mainly affects females and is caused by the presence of an extra x chromosome. Typically, females have two x chromosomes, but in this disorder, there are three x chromosomes instead of two, leading to an overabundance of genetic material.
The exact cause of this extra x chromosome is not well known or understood, but it is bel...more
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1. Dr. S d I ranjit
Https://www. Lybrate. Com/bangalore/doctor/dr-s-d-i-ranjit-orthopedist? lpt=ps-srp
Mbbs, dnb-orthopedics/orthopedic surgery
18 years of experience 0 550 at the clinic.
He is a specialist in orthopaedic medicine and works in the medical field as a joint replacement surgeon and an orthopedist hand surgeon. In addition, he is a board-certified paediatric orthopedist, an expert in laser therapy, a skilled arthroscopist and knee replacement surg...more
Https://www. Lybrate. Com/bangalore/doctor/dr-s-d-i-ranjit-orthopedist? lpt=ps-srp
Mbbs, dnb-orthopedics/orthopedic surgery
18 years of experience 0 550 at the clinic.
He is a specialist in orthopaedic medicine and works in the medical field as a joint replacement surgeon and an orthopedist hand surgeon. In addition, he is a board-certified paediatric orthopedist, an expert in laser therapy, a skilled arthroscopist and knee replacement surg...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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1. Dr. Jitender pal singh
Https://www. Lybrate. Com/delhi/doctor/dr-jitender-pal-singh-orthopedist
Mbbs, Ms. - (orthopedics)
12 years of experience, rs. 600 in clinic, rs. 400 online
Dr. Jitendra pal singh is a renowned orthopedist who treats patients suffering from chronic pain, injuries to the hip, ankle, and knee, as well as a number of other disorders. At the moment, he is employed at the bone and joint clinic, which is located in the punjabi bagh neighbou...more
Https://www. Lybrate. Com/delhi/doctor/dr-jitender-pal-singh-orthopedist
Mbbs, Ms. - (orthopedics)
12 years of experience, rs. 600 in clinic, rs. 400 online
Dr. Jitendra pal singh is a renowned orthopedist who treats patients suffering from chronic pain, injuries to the hip, ankle, and knee, as well as a number of other disorders. At the moment, he is employed at the bone and joint clinic, which is located in the punjabi bagh neighbou...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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ह्यूमन ग्रोथ हार्मोन यानी एचजीएच पिट्यूटरी ग्लैंड में उत्पन्न होता है और बच्चों और किशोरों में ग्रोथ को बढ़ावा देता है। यह शरीर की संरचना, शरीर के तरल पदार्थ, मांसपेशियों और हड्डियों के विकास, शुगर और फैट मेटाबॉलिज्म, और संभवतः हृदय की सेहत को भी विकसित करने में भी मदद करता है। एचजीएच को बाहर से सप्लीमेंट के तौर पर भी लिया जाता है और यह दवा की दुकानों और ऑनलाइन उपलब्ध अन्य उत्पादों में सक्रिय घटक है। आइए विस्तार से जानते हैं कि ह्यूमन ग्रोथ हार्मोन को बढ़ाने के लिए 15 सटीक और...more
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Hydrocephalus is a condition that is also called water on the brains . This condition is triggered in children when the cerebrospinal fluid (CPF) isn t drained completely from the brain. This fluid surrounds and protects the brain and the spinal cord and when it doesn t find an outlet, it accumulates in the brain.
Very young children with hydrocephalus have enlarged heads to accommodate all the excess water. But older children whose skull bones have solidified and cannot expand suffer ...more
Very young children with hydrocephalus have enlarged heads to accommodate all the excess water. But older children whose skull bones have solidified and cannot expand suffer ...more
Last Updated: 4 years ago• Featured Tip
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Brain tumor refers to the development of unusual cells in the brain or around the nearby tissues and structures. Pediatric Brain Tumor means the development of these unusual cells in the brain of children. There are two types of brain tumors: Benign or non-cancerous and malignant or Cancerous. Tumors like ependymoma and medulloblastoma are quite common among children. The treatment of the tumor is determined by its severity, type, location, age, and overall health of the child. The treatment of ...more
Last Updated: 4 years ago• Featured Tip
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The pituitary gland is located in the brain, behind the bridge of your nose. It is a very important gland that regulates the activities of the other endocrinal glands. Benign tumours can sometimes develop in the pituitary gland.
Adenomas result in a disruption in the secretion of pituitary hormones. And this can have a severe fallout on the body.
What are Non-Functional Pituitary Tumours?
30% of all pituitary tumours are non-functional tumours. These tumours do not allow the pit...more
Adenomas result in a disruption in the secretion of pituitary hormones. And this can have a severe fallout on the body.
What are Non-Functional Pituitary Tumours?
30% of all pituitary tumours are non-functional tumours. These tumours do not allow the pit...more
Last Updated: 4 years ago• Featured Tip
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Your bone is a living tissue that is continuously undergoing the process of being broken and repairing. World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) takes place every year on October 20. Osteoporosis is a disorder characterized by brittle and weak bones. Osteoporosis affects one s hips, spine, and wrist, thus rendering a hunched posture and a shrunk appearance resulting from the collapsed vertebra.
Factors behind osteoporosis:
Excessive consumption of alcohol and tobacco
A sedentary lifest...more
Factors behind osteoporosis:
Excessive consumption of alcohol and tobacco
A sedentary lifest...more
Last Updated: 4 years ago• Featured Tip
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Dietitian/Nutritionist•Surat
Sarcopenia refers to the loss of muscle mass caused by the natural process of ageing. Over time, the loss of muscle mass may reduce a person s strength and affect his or her balance and the ability to walk. Sarcopenia can make it difficult for one to carry on with their routine activities, such as walking, lifting objects, or climbing stairs.
The reduction in muscle mass involves both a decrease in their size and the loss of muscle fibres. Sarcopenia becomes noticeable by age 40 and t...more
The reduction in muscle mass involves both a decrease in their size and the loss of muscle fibres. Sarcopenia becomes noticeable by age 40 and t...more
Last Updated: 4 years ago• Featured Tip
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Psychiatrist•Visakhapatnam
We all tend to engage in some repetitive activities at various points in our lives. However, when a person continues to engage in the same activities which are rhythmic but purposeless, resulting in self-injury or injury to others, it is known as stereotypic movement disorder (SMD). In order to qualify as an SMD, the routine movements should continue for at least four weeks and should interfere with the daily functioning.
This disorder is more common in adolescent boys than in girls, an...more
This disorder is more common in adolescent boys than in girls, an...more
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