Atrial Septal Defect (ASD): The Silent Heart Hole That Often Goes Unnoticed
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 06 February, 2026 An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Studies show that ASD accounts for over 40% of all congenital heart defects in adults in the Indian subcontinent. The heart is
Varicose Veins: Why They Occur and When Treatment Is Needed
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 05 February, 2026 [caption id="attachment_44262" align="alignnone" width="1200"] [/caption] The human body has different types of blood vessels- arteries which carry oxygenated blood away from the heart, bluish or purplish coloured veins which carry deoxygenated blood back to the lungs and heart
Kidney Stones: Causes, Prevention, and Minimally Invasive Treatments
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 04 February, 2026 Kidney stones are a major public health concern in India. When there is excessive mineral presence in blood like oxalate, calcium, phosphate etc. and there is dehydration too, these substances do not get flushed out of the
Gastritis Flare-Ups: Triggers, Symptoms and When to See a Doctor
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 03 February, 2026 The stomach is a pouch shaped organ that is used to store food and begin the process of digestion in earnest, after food has been chewed and pushed down into it. When the inner gastric mucosal lining
Hypothyroidism: Early Signs and Long-Term Health Impact
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 02 February, 2026 The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland situated near the front of the neck and is responsible for producing multiple hormones and proteins that help regulate body temperature, metabolism and other important functions. When the thyroid gland
Chronic Sinusitis: Why Sinus Infections Keep Coming Back
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 01 February, 2026 Chronic sinusitis is a major public health problem in the Indian subcontinent, as studies show that almost 1 in 8 individuals deal with it on a regular basis- with a higher incidence being observed in the northern
Understanding Patient Rights and Responsibilities during Hospital Care
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 30 January, 2026 Medical care accessibility should be provided to one and all, with no strings attached- that is what is expected of medical personnel all these years. Consideration of patient’s rights and responsibilities by hospitals and healthcare facilitators is
Cervical Radiculopathy: Nerve Compression Symptoms and Treatment Options
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 29 January, 2026 Have you ever had pain that appears in the vicinity of the shoulder, around the arms or in the fingers? Nowadays, we associate such pains with long working hours and poor posture. While that may be true
How to Prepare for a Hospital Visit: What Patients and Families Should Know
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 28 January, 2026 [caption id="attachment_44134" align="alignnone" width="1200"] [/caption] Hospital visits and stays can be tense and fearsome. But prior preparation for a hospital visit as a patient or a visitor can help in easing the difficulty. More than 60% of the
The Role of Multidisciplinary Care in Better Patient Recovery
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 27 January, 2026 [caption id="attachment_44141" align="alignnone" width="1200"] [/caption] In present day healthcare systems, a patient's journey to wellness is never a straight line. As the complexity of medical conditions become more evident, the traditional model of a single approach needs to
Understanding Hospital Emergency Services: When to Visit the ER
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 26 January, 2026 [caption id="attachment_44145" align="alignnone" width="1200"] [/caption] The emergency department in a hospital is always at a high stake position and has a fast paced environment that is designed to save lives and stabilize high risk individuals and patients in
How Early Diagnosis Improves Treatment Outcomes Across Specialties
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 25 January, 2026 [caption id="attachment_44149" align="alignnone" width="1200"] [/caption] The deciding factor for a patient’s health - between long term recovery or quick return to health often depends on one crucial factor - time. The timely identification of a problem in its
