Around 5 million people in India develop inguinal hernias each year. Inguinal hernias, the most common type, make up 2/3 of the hernias. And roughly 90% of them are male – which might explain its reputation as a male condition. Why are only 20% of hernias repaired? Maybe because they don’t know what repair options…
Colon cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed malignancies in men and women in developed countries. This disease rarely occurs before age 40, and the risk of colon cancer is highest at age 70. Seventy-five per cent of colon tumours occur in patients aged 65 and over. The incidence of colon cancer has increased…
The human body has four glands behind the thyroid. These four tiny glands are responsible for regulating calcium levels in the body, so problems with these glands can cause a deficiency of calcium in the bones or a flood of calcium in the blood. An adenoma is a tumour of an organ or gland. These…
Hernias are a common problem. This causes a localized bulge in the abdomen or groin. It is often harmless and painless, but sometimes it can cause discomfort and pain. Did you know that nearly one-third of hernias occur in children within their first six months? This is common, especially in premature babies. The most common…