Biliary Dyskinesia: Poor Gallbladder Function Without Stones
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 10 February, 2026 Biliary dyskinesia is a condition where the functionality of the gall bladder gets compromised- it normally stores bile in it and releases it into the intestine for digestion of fats to occur. But, when bile is not
Esophageal Stricture: When the Food Pipe Narrows and Swallowing Becomes Difficult
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 09 February, 2026 [caption id="attachment_44282" align="alignnone" width="1200"] [/caption] The esophagus, also called the food pipe, serves as a passage into the stomach for all solid and liquid foods and beverages that we consume on a daily basis. When this pipe becomes
Coronary Artery Spasm (Prinzmetal Angina): Chest Pain That Happens at Rest
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 08 February, 2026 [caption id="attachment_44278" align="alignnone" width="1200"] [/caption] The coronary artery is the main blood vessel which feeds the heart with oxygen rich blood, thus helping the heart pump continuously. When there is a temporary spasm or tightening of the smooth
Ventricular Hypertrophy: Why Thickening of the Heart Walls Is a Serious Warning Sign
Verified By KIMS-SUNSHINE Specialist, 07 February, 2026 It is a well known fact that the human heart has four chambers- two atria on top and two ventricles at the bottom, separated by a septum or wall of tissue. When the walls of the left
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
