by MedPlus Team, March 19, 2020

Owing to its very low survival rates, cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases. However, recent medical advancements have improved the survival rates of cancer patients. The focus of research has shifted from ‘cure’ to ‘total survival’, ‘avoiding recurrence’…

by MedPlus Team, March 7, 2020

Coronavirus is the current buzz all over the world. But is it really worth all the fear especially in India? According to data, Coronavirus has taken the lives of 3,200 people across the world and infected over 1,00,000 people across…

by MedPlus Team, March 3, 2020

Hemorrhoids are most commonly referred to as piles. They are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum. The condition can cause a lot of discomforts, pain, and bleeding. When hemorrhoids (piles) develop inside the rectum, it is called internal…

by MedPlus Team, February 18, 2020

All You Need To Know About Aspirin: Aspirin is also referred to as Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA). It is the most widely used type of NSAID (a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent) which helps in relieving pain, inflammation, minor aches, and fever. It…

by MedPlus Team, February 4, 2020

The medical term for “loss of smell” is ‘Anosmia’. Anosmia is a condition where partial or complete loss of smell. This condition could be either temporary or permanent. Temporary anosmia is usually due to irritation caused on the nose lining…

by MedPlus Team, January 29, 2020

Are you wondering about the new coronavirus from China? Confirmed reports state more than 105 deaths in China with over 4500 people infected around the world (majority in China). While the testing and isolation continue in the country, the virus…

by MedPlus Team, January 21, 2020

Chicken Pox? Chicken Pox, also referred to as Varicella, is a highly contagious and infectious disease caused by the Varicella Zoster virus. When an individual is attacked by this virus, he/she develops skin rashes, fever, itchy blisters spread evenly on…

by MedPlus Team, January 13, 2020

Itchy skin is an uncomfortable, irritating feeling of wanting to scratch your body all the time. Among some people, this body itching could be a symptom of some other skin condition and among others, it could be an independent condition…

by MedPlus Team, January 2, 2020

What is Autism? Autism a.k.a. Autism spectrum disorder is a complex developmental disability which usually occurs during early childhood that comprises of an umbrella of social and mental challenges. The affected children lack basic social, communication and behavioural skills leaving…

by MedPlus Team, December 28, 2019

Every woman experiences food cravings one or the other time during her pregnancy. While some may experience severe cravings of certain foods, some may feel like eating items that are not foods. Each of these cravings indicates something. Below is…