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Bald Is Not Beautiful

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For women, healthy looking hair is a symbol of beauty. Whether you are young or old, finding clumps of hair in a single brush stroke and thinning of your locks can be traumatic. Female hair loss is less culturally acceptable, which only adds to the stigma for those experiencing it. In many cases, it affects a women’s self-confidence and influences her whole quality of life. But, are these hair issues related only to cosmetic appearance? Or, are there deeper reasons attributed to hair fall? Determining the cause of hair loss at the first noticeable sign can help in diagnosing many serious medical conditions. Health of hair and scalp are indicators to what is happening deep inside our mind and body. It is normal to lose between 50 and 100 hair strands in a day. If your hair is healthy, it will grow back on its own. But when it doesn’t, it begins to look thinner and becomes a challenge to style.Though hair loss is typically associated with males, the problem of baldness is not gender specific. Women too face it but the reasons are different from those in men. Hair loss in women is caused due to certain medical conditions, errors in diet and faulty hair care practices. Hereditary hair loss accounts for majority of the cases in women. Hair loss can also be a symptom of stress, pregnancy, crash, dieting and the intake of certainmedications. Hormonal imbalances in the body due to conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), or menopause can cause the hair follicles to shrink, thereby making the hair look thinner and ultimately fall off. Iron deficiency anemia leads to excessive hair shedding. It affects the hair’s ability to grow. Low iron levels can also causes the hair to change the structure, become dry, not hold the curl, and break easily. Thyroid disorders, crash dieting and nutritional alterations can result in or intensify hair loss.   Most women do not realize why their hair is falling and thus require timely medical intervention.They keep trying to manage the loss using different shampoos, oils or even over the countermedications. Most of the times, such therapies yield fewer results. When hair loss does not respond to the usual home remedies, seek medical advice. Based on your history and clinical signs your doctor will advise you certain investigations which willconfirm the root cause of the problem. If there is an underlying condition that can be rectified then there can be improvement in hair growth. Knowing what’s causing the hair loss is the first step towards seeing your hair look healthy again. It is normal to lose between 50 and 100 hair strands in a day. If your hair is healthy, it will grow back on its own. But when it doesn’t, it begins to look thinner and becomes a challenge to style. Dr. Vishal Verenkar M.D (HOM), Chief homeopathic consultant at AIS (Allergy, Immunology, Skin Clinic)

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Cure For Psoriasis

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“How can I get psoriasis? I never came in contact with someone having psoriasis!” Rahul asked his skin doctor. He was surprised to hear this diagnosis about the skin problem that had been bothering him for months. Rahul assumed that psoriasis spread by touch. The diagnosis started bothering Rahul. He understood that psoriasis cannot be cured and is connected to a breakdown in his immune system. Psoriasis may look contagious but it is not. You cannot get psoriasis from touching someone who has it. Psoriasis is a chronic skin and joint disease. It develops when a person’s immune system sends faulty signals that tell the skin cells to grow too quickly. New cells form in just days rather than weeks and the body do not shed these excess skin cells. The extra skin cells pile up on the surface of the skin, causing thick, silvery scaly, red patches of psoriasis to appear. These patches can get itchy and are sometimes painful. The prevalence and morbidity of psoriasis has been steadily increasing in India due to the modern stressful life style, lack of adequate physical activities. RISK FACTORS Psoriasis can begin at any age but it is common in between the ages of 15 and 30. People who get psoriasis usually have one or more person in their family who has psoriasis. High stress and excess weight increases the risk of psoriasis. Over the years, researchers have learned that effects of psoriasis are not just limited to the skin. The disease is also linked to arthritis, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and depression.   Psoriasis has a huge impact on quality of life. Up to 30% of patients with Psoriasis develop psoriatic arthritis. Psoriatic Arthritis appears much like Rheumatoid Arthritis. It can involve few or many joints such as knee, hip, ankle, wrist, distal joints of fingers and toes and the spinal column. Psoriasis can affect people differently. For some it may be seen as a nuisance, but for others it will affect every aspect of their daily life. Psoriasis can have a profound impact on a person’s physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing. Psoriasis can affect feelings of self-worth and self-confidence. A recent survey shows that nearly 47% of those with psoriasis were affected more by their fear of what others might think about their condition than by the physical challenges that they face with the disease. A diagnosis of a chronic condition like psoriasis may leave patients dejected and worried. Feeling embarrassed about skin condition and reluctant to seek out or accept the help of family or friends is commonly noticed among psoriasis patients. Cure for Psoriasis On account of being a stubborn disease, cases of psoriasis usually require a long-term treatment and there is no magical cure. It is very important to control the symptoms and manage the complications of psoriasis. Homeopathy has emerged as a dominant option in psoriasis treatment. Research-based evidences speak about the success of homeopathy in treating psoriasis. A study published in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, showed that psoriasis patients experienced significant improvement in their quality of life and reduction in their psoriasis symptoms with Homeopathy. I have personally monitored and treated over a thousand cases of psoriasis with homeopathy. The treatment yields excellent results without any adverse effects. There are increasingly prolonged  remission in the symptoms, which eventually proceed to a good control of the disease. Homeopathy remedies like Kali Ars, Arnica, Petroleum , Phosphorous have shown beneficial results in psoriasis. Adequate management of psoriasis needs ecosystem of care. To maintain and control psoriasis symptoms, medical review and psoriasis education needs to be done at periodic intervals. The financial burden of treatment and lack of proper education results in suboptimal treatment and suboptimal outcomes. The fact remains that people with psoriasis can live long and healthy lives with proper psoriasis education and appropriate medical care.

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The Causes Behind Women’s Hair Loss Problems

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For women, hair loss is one of the most emotionally challenging problems. To make things worse, many go for unproven solutions and half-baked treatments that can severely damage the hair. Hair loss is a medical problem and there are many reasons behind it, each requiring a differenttreatment. Some types of hair thinning , such as those occurring after pregnancy and child birth , or ones caused due to extreme stress , and are usually temporary and the growth gets back to normal after a few months. Hair loss in women is also often caused due to low iron levels, thyroid disorders, crash dieting and polycystic ovarian syndrome. One of the definitive treatments for hair and scalp problems with no side effects in homeopathy.This treatment method is quick, inexpensive and comfortable.It not only tackles the underlying cause behind the hair loss, but also revives the hair follicles andtriggers new hair growth naturally. Many hair loss conditions can be treated and prevented if you opt for timely and correct treatment.At AIS clinic, consultation is elaborate procedure to understand the patient as a whole. Besides adetailed look into the history of the patients hair loss problem. We also perform physical examinations to reach the diagnosis. A painless non-invasive, high resolution imaging software is used to understand the extent of damage to the hair, as well as the scalp problems that are not visible to the naked eye. we select homeopathic remedies which are well proven and also help patients chart out a diet plan specially designed to supplement and enhance recovery standard treatment protocols guarantee fast results. Dr. Vishal verenkar(MD) is a leading authority in the field of applied homeopathy with over 12 years of experience. His areas of expertise include allergy, chronic disease and skin health. For health queries write to drvishalverenkar@yahoo.co.in; For appointments, call 9595564995/6528287 For more info, log onto www.aisclinic.in

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Asthma: All You Need To Know

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World asthma day is an annual event organized by the global initiative for asthma (GINA) toimprove awareness and care of asthma around the world. “You can control your asthma”, is the message this year for world asthma day, may 6. The general trend, witnessed worldwide, is that the incidence of asthma continues to rise. There are close to 300 million asthma patients in the world of which 30 million are in Indianalone! Studies conducted by a host of agencies indicate that the prevalence of asthma amongyoungsters is on rise.   Asthma: What is it? Asthma is a complex condition that affects the airway, the small tubes that carry air in and outof the lungs. During an asthma attack, the lining of the bronchial tubes swell, causing the airways to narrow and making it difficult for air to travel freely. It may also cause an increase in the production of mucus, making the obstruction worse. Cough may develop is an attempt to clear the airways. All of these changes makes breathing difficult and sometimes cause a feeling of not gettingenough air into the lungs.   What are the symptoms of Asthma? Common symptoms include cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness and excessmucus production. Symptoms may occur several times in a day or week in affected individuals and for some people become worse during physical activity or at night.   What causes it? Asthma is a complex disease with many contributing factors. Asthma is known to run in families and you are more likely to develop it if one or both of yourparents are asthmatic. Increase in urbanization and subsequent pollution. Exposure to inhaled substance and particles that may irritate and inflame the airway, such as: Indoor allergies like house dust mites in bedding, carpets and stuffed furniture, pollution andpet dander and outdoor allergies such as pollens and moulds, Air pollution Smoking is a major risk factor for asthma in adults. Other triggers can include cold air, extreme emotional arousal such as anger or fear, andphysical exercise. Certain medications like non steroid anti-inflammatory drugs and betablockers can also trigger asthma.   Who is affected by asthma? Asthma affects people all over the world and all ages. In India, asthma accounts for a majority of chronic disease cases. Asthma is the most common chronic disease among children.   How is asthma diagnosed? The diagnosis of asthma begins with a detailed history and physical examination. Airflow in the lungs measured using a spirometer, a machine which is generally used to measure the amount of inhaled air, in order to determine which specific substances trigger the airway inflammation that can lead to asthma attacks. The asthma and allergy foundation of America estimates that roughly 70 percent of asthmatics have what called allergic asthma in which combination of allergies play a dramatic role in closing airways and causing asthma attacks. World health organization recognizes asthma as a disease of major public health importance as it imposes a huge burden on human life. A new study of over 1000 people carried out by asthma Australia shows that poor asthmacontrol can affect dating, sexual pleasure, people careers and even spending time with theirchildren. Recurrent asthma symptoms frequently cause sleeplessness, daytime fatigue, reduced activitylevels and school and work absenteeism.   Treating Asthma Reducing your exposure to allergies can have a positive effect on your asthma and allergicrhinitis and may even reduce te amount of drugs that you need to take. Thus allergen avoidance should be the prime part of management strategy. Homeopathic medicines are proven effective in treatment of both allergic rhinitis and asthmasymptoms. Don’t let asthma hold you back. By following very simple protocols, you can reduce your problems and have a greater controlover the symptoms. Although asthma is totally controllable, there are innumerable cases of its recurrence simplybecause patients adopt a lax approach once they start getting better. Reducing exposure to allergies as much as you can and following your medicine routine strictlyand religiously can have great positive effects on your asthma and can help you regain controlover your day to day activities and life in general .   Should I exercise if I have asthma? Exercise can help control asthma symptoms and even reduce the amount of medications youneed. Before starting an exercise program, talk to your doctor and decide what activities are bestsuited for you.   TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR ASTHMA Understand and avoid your asthma triggers. Use prescribed medicines even when you feel well. Work closely with your doctor to manage the symptoms. Losing weight can help in managing asthma. Active lifestyle can help to improve lung function. A diet that includes a high level of nutrients can boost the immune system and help ward offcolds and flu- both common asthma triggers. Avoiding processed and artificially flavored foods such as pastries, chocolates, jellies, chilleddrinks, etc., reduces flare-ups.  

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How To Find Asthma In Young Children – AIS Clinic

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A major cause of parents visiting clinics for young children under age group of 5 is due to asthma. It is difficult to predict asthma in children less than 5 years of age group as there are many reasons for cough and wheezing. Wheezing and cough are the symptoms of asthma but not all who wheeze or a cough has asthma. It is quite common in the first year of your baby having these symptoms but this doesn’t mean that your baby has asthma. Some of the questions every parent has and they should have, When should I take my child to the doctor?  Wheezing that happens more than once (with or without illness) Relentless or a sporadic cough, which get worse at night Breathlessness   My baby is wheezing – should I be worried?  It is not that babies who wheeze have asthma or will develop it in later stages of life. Transient wheezing: Wheezing which stops after 3 years of age. This is observed specifically when an infant has a respiratory infection. As infants have smaller airways they are likely to make wheezing noise. As your child grows the airways are widened hence the wheezing will be stopped. Children continue to wheeze after the age of 3 years whose parents have allergies and the child may often have allergies like Hay fever Runny nose Eczema   Will my child need a special test?  Special tests like spectrometer tests (Lung function test). However, it is difficult to do for children under 3 years of age. Sometimes it is done through specialists at children’s hospital. Keep a written track of child’s symptoms and thorough assessments will help in diagnosing accurately. If it’s not asthma, what else could it be?  – Bronchiolitis Is mild and gets better without treatment Rarely needs hospitalization when severe – Mild Cough – Cold – Runny nose – Sore throat – Noisy breathing – Hoarse voice – Barking cough – Croup Affects Larynx Trachea Commonly affects children from 6 months to 3 years.   Be informed  It can be annoying for parents of young children to find out what’s happening with their children. It is stressful for parents to consult doctors. It is important to take time and explain doctor about the symptoms of your child. If you have any questions you can consult Dr. Vishal, A well known Asthma specialist in Goa founder of AIS Clinic or you can have video chat with him quickly or you can call up at 0832-2724220. Save these contact details for your emergency. #LetsCureAsthma #Naturally #WeCareForU #AISClinicGoa

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How To Quit Smoking…?

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Plan Your Escape from Cigarette Addiction with these simple 5 Steps Cigarettes are sold loose and are easily available around any corner in India, which makes smoking a bad habit that is picked up easily by the young generation. Smoking is addictive because of the nicotine content and becomes a habit over time. One will never know when he started lighting up six instead of one cigarette daily. Every smoker thinks of quitting smoking, knowing the damage it can cause to the body, but it is not that easy. There are few simple methods that you can use to quit smoking, but they won’t work if you don’t give your 100%. Why is smoking injurious to health? Cigarette smoke deposits tar in your lungs that damages and destroys lung cells over time. Tar can also cause mutation and lead to lung cancer. Smoking increases the level of carbon monoxide in the body, which is unhealthy and can harm your body. Asthma and bronchitis are some of the chronic diseases that can be triggered by smoking. So, if you are any wiser, quit when you have time. How to Plan and Quit: 1. Try to understand the reason for your smoking Is it that you smoke with colleagues at the office because they all smoke during the break or is it a habit of smoking when you are bored, stressed or don’t have anything to do? Think and answer, as this will help you resist smoking better. 2. Decide the date when you are going to quit smoking Fix a date after you know of all the reasons that tempt you to smoke. Throw away your lighters and cigarettes on that day. 3. Intimate your friends and colleagues Tell your friends and colleagues about your decision and suggest that it may be better if they didn’t smoke in front of you. It would help you more if a colleague or friend of yours is trying to quit too. You can motivate each other and help each other out. 4. Handling the effects of diminishing nicotine levels in the body The craving for a smoke is common after quitting smokes and will be at its peak in the first 12-24 hours. The cravings will be reduced to minimal in 3-4 weeks. To handle the cravings, keep yourself busy with work or other recreational activities. Other effects of quitting smoking are irritating mood, increased appetite, and fatigue. You can deal the appetite by chewing low-calorie food stuff. Let people know that your mood is not good to avoid any disputes. Fatigue is a common after-effect, but you will feel more fresh and energetic once the toxins will be flushed out of your body. If you are having a difficult time controlling the nicotine craving, you can always buy nicotine patches, lozenges, and chewing gums over the counter from any medical store. 5. Avoid the relapse People, who quit, normally start smoking again in the first three months and it is observed that they get more addicted to it than before. Resist yourself from smoking for the first few months and you will able to quit it for good. It is easier said than done, but if you are determined to quit then these tips will surely help you. So, what are you waiting for? There is never a good day than today to start getting rid of this unhealthy habit

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8 Ways To Manage & Control Your Asthma

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There is no definitive explanation for the growing number of asthma patients, but there are few tips to keep your asthma under control. This chronic disease is tricky and can get worse or better at times. So, understanding the disease and taking some precautionary measures is extremely important. Here we will discuss 9 self-managing ways to control asthma. 1. Health and Well-being Staying healthy, physically and mentally, is an effective way to fight asthma. If you stay positive and maintain your physical health by exercising daily, you can keep asthma attacks at bay. People suffering from asthma should be supported to take care of their health and medication. In case of children, parents should teach them how to take care of the medication, so that they will be able to manage themselves, when they are in school or away from home. 2. Medication Understand your Homeopathy medicine and continue it unless your doctor asks you to stop. In many cases, people stop taking medication when they feel better. You can consult your doctor if you need to know more about your medicines. In case of young patients, you can explain and teach them about their regular medicines. 3. Exercise Asthma patients generally don’t exercise as they feel it will trigger the symptoms. On the contrary, correct exercise can improve your lung capacity and stamina. You can consult your doctors and ask them to help you with simple exercises according to your condition. 4. Sound Sleep As all asthma patients know, the symptoms get worse at night and lead to poor sleep. Kids having asthma can sometimes wake up at night coughing, resulting into lack of sleep. This can cause poor concentration and affect kids’ behaviour and learning abilities. To reduce coughing at night, follow the effective treatment prescribed by doctors. 5. Allergies Although most of the asthma patients can eat normal healthy food, some patients have food-based allergies. You can talk to your doctors about allergies and know about the food you need to avoid. You can make a simple list of such products and food and keep it handy. 6. Quit Smoking As we all know, smoking is one of the asthma triggers. If you are a regular smoker, you should immediately plan on quitting, as smoking can increase the frequency of asthma symptoms and make it more critical. You can join programs that help smokers stop smoking or read online articles about the same. 7. Don’t Stress Stress or anxiety is a common trigger of asthma symptoms. Indulge in your favourite hobby when you are anxious or stressed. Learn how to handle and manage stress, so that it doesn’t increase your asthma symptoms. 8. Regular Checkups It is important for asthma patients to stay in contact with your doctors. You need to check you condition regularly to ensure the current treatment is in accordance with your condition. In these periodical meetings, you can discuss your medicines, allergies or other concerns with your doctor. This will help you understand and manage your asthma effectively. Living through asthma is challenging but not impossible. Our tips will surely help you lead a healthy and stress-free life.

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