Why X-Rays? A hand X-ray, Credits: Pixabay X-Ray service providers investigations are highly important in diagnosing a disease. X rays are usually taken in an area where you experience any pain and also to monitor the progression of the disease. Here is a list of X-ray service providers in major Indian cities. X-Ray Service Providers in MumbaiS.NoName of the ProviderServices OfferedAddressPhone Number1Portable X-ray ServicesPortable Digital X ray services at homePortable X-ray services care clinic, 4, Shankar Niwas, Opp. Shiv Sena Bhawan, Dada Saheb Rege Marg, Shivaji Park, Dadar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra- 400 0289870802844/98211066802Chandan DiagnosticsAbdomen X-rays, Joint, Chest, Dental, dorsal spine, forearm and urinary tract X rays offeredChandan Diagnostics, C.J. House, 1st Floor, 285, Princess Street, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400 002.022 236944913Primacare DiagnosticsX ray, Doppler, ultrasound, NT scans, PNS X ray217/1 Ambavat Bhawan, Near Janta Club, Opposite Marathon Futurex, N.M. Joshi Marg, Parel – Mumbai98921623444Belfer Bandra X Ray ClinicOPG, Ultrasonography, sonography, X-ray147, Waterfield Road, Bandra West, Mumbai 40005091523274765Metropolis RTKL DiagnosticsAll types of X-ray, sonography and ECG, OPG X raysBungalow No 5, Dheeraj Savera, Borivali East, Mumbai 40006691523823186Precision DiagnosticsAbdominal and pelvic USG, sonography, abdominal ultrasound, 3D and 4D sonographyBhumiraj Moraj Chs, Plot no 3, Shop No 18, Sector no 14, Sanpada, Navi Mumbai- 4007039167331121 X-Ray Service Providers in DelhiS.NoName of the ProviderServices OfferedAddressPhone Number1Medi Citi Scan (Digital X-ray, Ultrasound, 3D, 4D, Colour Doppler Pathology ServicesX rays, 2D/4D colour DopplerX 22, Block X, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016011 4011 50552Amar X-ray Lab Basic and Advanced scanningKapoor Wali Gali, Rama Market, Baba Gangnath Market, Munirka, New Delhi, Delhi 110067098911 352023Janta X Ray Clinic Private Limited Basic and Advanced scanning4A/16, Block 4A, Tilak Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110018 011 4911 49114Gentle lmaging and Diagnostics All Imaging and sonographyB6 Ashoka Niketan next To axis bank Landmark Yamuna Sports Complex, Anand Vihar, Delhi, 110092084482 61601 5Cee Dee Diagnostics Diagnostics and imaging servicesRZ-88, J, Main Road, Palam Colony, Raj Nagar II Extension, Raj Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110077 092122 223336Life Scan X-ray LaboratoryX rays and sonographyNEB Sarai ,IGNOU Chowk, Bees Sutri Harijan Basti, Sainik Farm, New Delhi, Delhi 110068093132 04598 X-Ray Service Providers in KolkataS.NoName of the ProviderServices OfferedAddressPhone Number1Astha Diagnostic ServiceAll X ray testing services at home3 Lake camp,Purna Das Road, Sarat Bose Road, Kolkata 70002991524866562Galaxy Medical centreAll types of X rays1, Baikuntha Saha Road, Santhoshpur, Kolkata 700075 091523906193Dr Lal Path Labs Private LimitedDiagnostics, imaging and sonography5, Gajanan Clinic, Harish Mukherjee Road, Kolkata 700025033245534464Sukarsha Diagnostic Private LimitedDiagnostics and ImagingShree Tower VII, Rajarhat Road, Gopalpur, Kolkata 700136 91521673365Welcare Medical CentreImaging and sonography79 A Sotis Mukherjee Road, Near Rasbehari Metro Station, Kalighat, Kolkata88205566996Sourav Health PointImaging and sonography3/J, Westagapur, harichand guru Chand Sarani, New Barrackpore, Kolkata 7001318961043981 X-Ray Service Providers in BangaloreS.NoName of the ProviderServices OfferedAddress Phone Number1Pranav Diagnostic CentreDiagnostics and X ray 28, Delhi Narayanappa Layout, Dodda Banaswadi Main Rd, M.E.G. Officers Colony, JCO Colony, Maruthi Sevanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560033080 2547 86672Mediscan Pharmacy diagnostics and healthcare ultrasound x-ray Ultrasound, X ray, diagnostic servicesTO Office / Bharat petroleum, Mysore Shelters 20th main 4th Cross, BTM 4th Stage, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560076097410 715653S.B.X.Ray Systems X rays, ultrasoundShop No.103, No.62, 5th Cross, HAL Old Airport Rd, Domlur Village, Domlur, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560071098451 051954Murthy’s X-Ray Clinic X rays and ultrasound679, 11th Main Road, 36th Cross, Near-Kodak Mahendra Bank, Near-Domino’s, 4th Block, Jayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560011Not available5Operation One X Ray departmentX rays, ultrasound80 Feet Rd, H Colony, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038Not available6Care DiagnosticsUltrasound scan, Abdomen scan, Pregnancy Scan, Anomaly scan, NT scan, Lab test, Chest Xray, Full body checkup, Echo, PFT, TMT3rd cross,Neeladri Nagar, Electronic City Phase I, opposite to ICICI Bank, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560100095350 95359 X-Ray Service Providers in ChennaiS.NoName of the ProviderServices OfferedAddressPhone Number1Madras Scan Systems CT, MRI and ultrasoundNo.237, Kilpauk Garden Road, Kilpauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600010 095144 008002Anna Nagar X-Rays & Diagnostic Center CT, MRI and ultrasound203/7 Asiad colony, Anna Nagar West, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600101098406 360993X-Ray Lab Centre Chennai Sonography and ImagingBazaar Main Rd, Ram Nagar Police check post, Ram Nagar South, Madipakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600091Not Available4Indira X Ray Lab & ECG X rays, ECGI Block, 135 MMDA Colony Main Road MMDA Colony, Vinayakapuram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600106093801 170445Annai Diagnostics ‘X’ – Ray Center X ray, ECG and ultrasoundNo. 5/25, Valluvar Salai, Ramapuram, Nandambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600089094444 88924 6Sree Dental X-Rays Centre X rays, ECGShop No. 157, Ram Plaza, First Floor, MTH Road, Villivakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600038044 2617 1493

While the number of cases of coronavirus keeps increasing, do you know how the testing is done? Here we have compiled all the necessary information you wish to know about the coronavirus testing. What is Coronavirus? Coronavirus belongs to a large family of viruses that cause illnesses such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and the Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). Though this group of viruses has been there for years, the novel strain called Covid-19 was first identified in Wuhan, China in December 2019. The other name for Covid-19 is SARS-CoV-2. What are the Common Symptoms of Covid-19? A woman coughing, Credits: pixabay The specific symptoms of Covid-19 are fever, cough, and shortness of breath. People develop symptoms when they are in the areas of the outbreak or when they are in close contact with a person who is positive for Covid-19. As per the Union Health Ministry, 80% of the Covid-19 cases in India are asymptomatic. So this creates difficulty in identifying the person and isolating them from the rest of the people. How Is Coronavirus Testing Done? How the Samples are Collected? Blood Collection for Covid testing, Credits: pixabay If you think you have any of the symptoms of Covid-19, you must contact your healthcare provider immediately. In the below mentioned methods, the samples are collected. Swab Test: In this method, a special swab is used to take a sample from your nose or throat Nasal aspirate: A saline solution will be injected into your nose and, then a sample is taken with a light suction Tracheal aspirate: A bronchoscope is put into your mouth to reach your lungs from where a sample is collected. Sputum Test: Sputum is a thick mucus that gets accumulated in the lungs and comes out with a cough. During this test, a person required to cough up sputum in a special cup or a swab is used to take a sample from your nose. Blood test: In this case, a blood sample is collected from a vein in the arm. What are the Various Tests to Detect Covid-19? The tests to detect Covid-19 are Diagnostic Test- Molecular and Antigen test Antibody Test Diagnostic Test 1.1. Molecular Test A vial containing a sample for molecular analysis. Credits: pixabay If you have an active viral infection, a molecular test called RT-PCR (Real-Time PCR) can be done to check the viral load. 1.2. Antigen Test In this method, samples are taken from the nose, throat, and lungs. This method helps to detect the specific proteins on the surface of the virus. Antibody test A person performing a lab test, Credits: pexels This test helps detect the presence of antibodies in the blood of patients infected with Covid-19. It takes at least 12 days after exposure for your body to make enough antibodies to show up on a test. This test is not helpful to identify active Covid-19 infection. The table below describes the three tests for identifying Covid-19. Molecular testAntigen testAntibody testAlso known as…Diagnostic test, viral test, molecular test, nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), RT-PCR test, LAMP testRapid diagnostic test (Some molecular tests are also rapid tests.)Serological test, serology, blood test, serology testHow the sample is taken…Nasal or throat swab (most tests) Saliva (a few tests)Nasal or throat swabFingerstick or blood drawHow long it takes to get results…Same day (some locations) or up to a weekOne hour or lessSame day (many locations) or 1-3 daysIs another test needed…This test is typically highly accurate and usually does not need to be repeated.Positive results are usually highly accurate but negative results may need to be confirmed with a molecular test.Sometimes a second antibody test is needed for accurate results.What it shows…Diagnoses active coronavirus infectionDiagnoses active coronavirus infectionShows if you’ve been infected by a coronavirus in the pastWhat it can’t do…Show if you ever had COVID-19 or were infected with the coronavirus in the pastDefinitively rule out active coronavirus infection. Antigen tests are more likely to miss an active coronavirus infection compared to molecular tests. Your health care provider may order a molecular test if your antigen test shows a negative result but you have symptoms of COVID-19.Diagnose active coronavirus infection at the time of the test or show that you do not have COVID-19 Adapted from https://www.fda.gov/media/140161/download Other Things to Know What If the Test Comes Positive? If the Covid-19 test is positive, isolation is important. Stay home. You must make sure that you are not spreading the virus to others. If you are developing symptoms of pneumonia, you should get admitted to a hospital immediately. Are There any Risks Associated with the Testing? You may feel a bit uncomfortable when nasal aspiration is done. But the effect is temporary. In very rare cases, during a tracheal aspiration, chances of bleeding and infection are possible. During an intravenous sample collection, mild swelling and pain are possible in the needle injected area. What is the Covid-19 Test Kit Used? Laboratory kits, Credits: pexels The Pune-based diagnostic firm developed the country’s first testing kit called Mylab PathoDetectTM CVD-19. Dr. Minal Dakhave Bhosale developed this kit along with her team. Is the Covid-19 Test Free? The test is free only for people who cannot afford it. The private laboratories charge 4500 INR for a single test. Take-Home Message Covid-19 testing is mandatory to identify people who are at risk of developing the infection. The molecular test is considered to be the sensitive one to detect the Covid-19.

India continues to fight against the battle of coronavirus update. Despite multiple lockdowns and various preventive measures initiated by healthcare workers, the number of cases is increasing drastically. Today (28th August 2020) is the 158th day since the country initiated a nationwide lockdown. The new record is there were 77,266 new cases in the last 24 hours which is surprisingly shocking. India ranks third worldwide next to the USA and Brazil in the total number of cases. Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh have the highest number of cases. But the good news is there is a recovery rate of 76.28%, according to the health ministry. People continue to face this unprecedented situation, hoping for the situation to get better sooner. Coronavirus Update- Indian ScenarioTotal number of confirmed casesTotal DeathTotal recoveredActive cases3392851618022584712746337 State Wise Coronavirus Update of COVID-19 in IndiaName of the StateTotal number of casesIndiansForeignersRecoveredDeathActive CasesAndaman and Nicobar Island30183018237442602Andhra Pradesh393090393090295248363394209Arunachal Pradesh363336332621051007Assam98807988077930727819222Bihar12885012885010917566219013Chandigarh356435641977431544Chhattisgarh25988259881460724511136Dadra Nagar & Haveli105510558681186Daman and Diu1182118210261155Goa15483154821118671713455Gujarat9132991328173501296414864Haryana592985928414486906469962Himachal Pradesh550155014008331460Jammu and Kashmir3513535135267216717743Jharkhand34676346762311937711180Karnataka309792309792219554552184987Kerala667616675384376126722733Ladakh24922492164027825Lakshadweep0Madhya Pradesh5818158178344453130612422Maharashtra733568733565353156323444178561Manipur572557253957251743Meghalaya2129212989981222Mizoram100310035000503Nagaland37843784273591040NCT of Delhi1676041676031150027436913208Odisha9466689466686532355628789Puducherry130241302480801994745Punjab478364783630972125615608Rajasthan7657276570260830101214730Sikkim1542154211513388Tamil Nadu40324240323210343930694852364Telangana117415117405108767579928941Tripura10436104366839893508Uttar Pradesh2084192084181152893321752309Utharkand17277172761117752285274West Bengal150772150772121046301726709 Source: https://www.thehindu.com/coronavirus/, accessed on 28.08.2020. Data as of 10.45 p.m. on Thursday, August 27 Covid-19 Vaccine Update COVID Vaccine, Credits: pixabay The million-dollar question that everyone has is “When there will be a COVID-19 vaccine in India?” While vaccine development involves several stringent steps and hardcore laboratory procedures for isolation of the novel strain, development and expansion of the vaccine is another huge step. India continues to put efforts for development of the COVID 19 vaccine. India’s first indigenous COVID-19 vaccine called COVAXIN (inactivated virus vaccine) is developed by Bharath Biotech in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi. Zydus Cadila is developing ZyCoV-D (DNA, recombinant measles virus) vaccine against Covid-19. The results from phase I and II clinical trials show great promise and both the vaccines can elicit immune responses.  It is expected that India will have an “approved vaccine” within the first quarter of 2021 and Serum Institute of India is expected to produce the vaccine on a large scale.

Coping with migraines is hard. People wrongly and commonly assume that they are merely just “headaches” that occur from time to time. However, migraine headaches can be extremely painful and disabling as they can last anywhere from a few hours to a week and can affect a person’s attention span and ability to perform efficient work. Luckily, there are various ways to cope and manage migraine headaches like indulging in low intensity and relaxing exercises, avoiding any triggers like smoking or bright light, and even maintaining a specific diet. When it comes to diet, there are certain food products that can really help prevent migraines. Luckily, most of them are delicious and refreshing enough to combine it into a healthy and tasty smoothie that one will enjoy every day. Pineapple and Cucumber Smoothie Ingredients ¾ cp of Pineapple ½ cup of Cucumber Juice from ½ lemon ½ inch of Ginger root A large handful of kale leaves or Spinach 1 celery stalk 4 ounces of Coconut water 4-5 Mint leaves 3-5 cubes of ice depending on the desired thickness. Credit: Pxhere Instructions In a blender, add all the ingredients at once and blend them together until you get the desired consistency- Add more ice to make it thicker and add some more water to make the consistency thinner. Why this Smoothie? The ingredients of the smoothie contain ingredients that are beneficial to prevent or ease out migraines. Credit: Pxfuel ●    Cucumber It is a good source of hydration as it contains 95% water. Dehydration is a very common but overlooked trigger of migraines. This is because the balance in water and electrolyte ions in the body is very important and if it gets too concentrated due to lack of water, some receptor cells get activated and cause migraines. Credit: Pixabay ●    Ginger It helps increase the serotonin levels in the brain. It is helpful because during a migraine attack the levels of serotonin in the body are low. Credit: Public domains pictures ●    Kale/spinach High magnesium and other nutrients and minerals. This is important because regular intake of magnesium helps reduce the frequency of migraine attacks. Credit: Pikist ●    Pineapple It contains an enzyme known as bromelain. It has been linked to pain relief and ease. Credit: Pikrepo ●    Lemon juice This refreshing ingredient is capable of reducing the intensity of migraine headaches. Note: Sometimes, citrus could be a migraine trigger. Thus, one must first confirm it before adding this ingredient. Bottom Line: Adding this Smoothie to your everyday diet, while following other management routines will improve your headaches or even prevent it. Moreover, besides being so beneficial, this glass of smoothie is also exceptionally delicious and refreshing.

Autoimmune conditions refer to those disorders in which a body’s immune system attacks itself. Under normal circumstances, your immune system protects you against various diseases by creating antibodies to fight them. But in autoimmune diseases, the opposite of it happens. It directs autoantibodies to attack the healthy cells in your skin, hair, muscles, and joints. Lupus anticoagulant (LAs) is the name given to a kind of antibodies that get produced by your immune system. This type of antibodies is different from the normal ones as they attack the healthy cells of your body. Symptoms of Lupus Anticoagulant A tired woman, Credit: Pixabay If a person experiences the following symptoms a lupus anticoagulant test is ordered by the doctor. Since LA is typically associated with the formation of blood clots so its symptoms are seen in accordance with the occurrence of blood clots in different organs of the body. Symptoms of blood clotting in arms or legs Swelling and discolouration in the leg with pain Swelling and discolouration in the arm with pain Problems in breathing Numbness in arms or legs Symptoms of blood clotting in the heart or lungs Pain in the chest More than usual sweating Weakness and fatigue Symptoms of blood clotting in the stomach or kidneys Pain in belly or thigh Nausea Blood in the stool or diarrhoea High temperature Lupus anticoagulant Test in Pregnancy Pregnant woman, Credit: Pixabay Women who are repeatedly suffering from miscarriages are also recommended to undergo a lupus anticoagulant test in pregnancy. If found positive, it can be a possible explanation for the pregnancy complications arising out of the formation of blood clots that result in frequent miscarriages. Tests For Determining the Presence Of Lupus Anticoagulants If you are suffering from a recurrent blood clot formation, or are troubled by frequent miscarriages then your doctor will prescribe the following tests in order to determine the presence of LAs in your blood. They are done because there is no one single test that can confirm the presence of Lupus Anticoagulant antibodies. Partial Thromboplastin Time Test (PTT), to assess the time period for blood clotting to take place. dilute Russell’s Viper Venom Test ( dRVVT) Kaolin Plasma Clotting Time (KCT) Interpretation of Lupus Anticoagulant Test Results Doctor with test results, Credits: Pixabay Only a PTT test result cannot be used to confirm that a person is lupus anticoagulant positive. If LAs are found on two occasions with a minimum gap of 12 weeks it may mean that LAs are present in your blood. The result is ascertained along with other clinical parameters to fully confirm the diagnosis. Can Lupus Anticoagulants be Treated? LAs treatment varies from person to person. Common medical treatments are: Blood-thinning medications like heparin and warfarin. Steroids like prednisone and cortisone stop the immune system from generating such antibodies. Plasmapheresis, a process by which the plasma that contains LAs is substituted with the plasma that doesn’t contain LAs. What Else Can Be Done? Woman exercising, Credits: Pixabay Apart from the treatments, one can make certain lifestyle changes to keep such diseases at bay. Ensure that exercise is any form is a part of your daily life, along with a well-balanced diet. It’s always a good idea to maintain a healthy weight. Blood clots are not able to dissolve in the presence of too many fat cells. Reducing weight will decrease the number of such cells that promote blood clotting. Give up harmful habits like smoking and drinking excessively. Both of these are shown to be linked to blood clotting. Additionally, limit your intake of vitamin K rich food items like spinach cabbage, broccoli as they can lead to the formation of blood clots.

The heart is a very important organ that pumps blood to every part of the body. FAQs on heart surgery it is crucial for this organ to function efficiently. A heart surgery is a procedure that works towards fixing any heart-related problems- fixing the muscle, valves, arteries,  aorta, and other large arteries connected to the heart. Here are answers to some of the most FAQs on heart surgery: 1.  How should I prepare for surgery? Usually, your doctor will give you very thorough instructions prior to your surgery. It is very important to see all of them through. The day before surgery one must do two important things: Fast Do not consume any food or water after midnight before your surgery. Medicate and disinfect The patient will be given instructions as to what drugs must be stopped or given and also will be made to shower in anti-microbial soap prior to the surgery. Credit: Travis mil 2.  What happens during a heart surgery? Here’s what happens after you are asleep on the table: A breathing tube will be inserted to help the person breathe. A catheter tube will be inserted in the vein to allow the administration of fluids or medications. A chest tube will be inserted to drain out any fluid or air from the chest cavity. An arterial catheter will also be inserted to the artery to check for blood pressure. A Foley catheter will be inserted to drain out the urine. An oral gastric tube is inserted in the stomach through the nose or mouth. After this, the main part of the surgery will begin. 3.  How long is a heart surgery? The duration of a heart surgery varies on the type of procedure or problem. On average it lasts for 3-6 hours. 4.  How long will I be kept in the hospital after heart surgery? The patient will be first kept in the ICU for 1-2 days and then transferred to the general ward for observation for 5-7 days. The length or duration a person has to be kept really depends on their vital signs, lab work, progress, and recovery. Credit: Pexels 5.  How long is the recovery period? The recovery period from a faqs on heart surgery is a very gradual one. It may take around 6 weeks to start feeling better and a few months before you feel the full benefits of the surgery. Symptoms usually get better after 4-5 weeks. 6.  What are the restrictions after a heart surgery? They include: Avoiding lifting, pulling, or pushing heavy things. Avoiding holding your breath for too long Do not drive for a month or until your doctor advises you to do so. Avoid foods excessively high in fats and cholesterol and caffeine. Avoid foods that have excess sugar and salt. Go for walks but not overwork yourself. 7.  Why is an open heart surgery performed? An open-heart surgery is usually performed to do one or more of the following: Replace or repair damaged heart valves Repair other damaged areas of the heart Insert medical devices like the pacemaker to help the heartbeat and pump blood efficiently. Heart transplant: To replace the heart with another functional one. Credit: US Air Force 8.  What are the most common complications after a heart surgery? Here are some possible complications after heart surgery: Excessive bleeding Arrhythmias Infections Memory loss Trouble thinking Kidney problems Heart attack Lung problems and pneumonia 9.  Post Surgery Symptoms: How much pain will I be in after heart surgery? A patient will feel brief, sharp pains on either side of your chest and around the incision area will be sore or swollen. Itching, tightness, and numbness along the incision are also common. You will also experience muscle pain on the neck, shoulder, back, or chest. The doctor will prescribe medications that will help relieve such symptoms or discomfort. Note The answers to the questions mentioned above may not be precise. This is because every problem or every human body is different- meaning there will be a different procedure, approach, or healing capacity for every individual. Thus, it is important to closely follow and trust the instructions and opinions of your doctor who will be able to provide you with some more specific answers.

Do you find yourself thinking too much about your weaknesses, faults, and problems? Does your ability to overthink on small things hold you back from living a happy and fulfilling life? Well! Overthinking may not only give you stress and headache but also ruins your happiness and physical health. People who tend to overthink mostly suffer from increased risk of mental health problems like depression, anxiety, and stress. It is because overanalyzing things can impair your quality of life and makes you less productive. Are you looking for ways that can help you get rid of your overthinking? Well! Practice makes a man perfect and with good choices and good people around you, you can overcome the greatest fear of your life! Here are 10 quotes on overthinking that will help you make good choices in a timely manner with less distress. 1. “The more you overthink the less you will understand.” ― Habeeb Akande When you are overthinking, you are adding unnecessary and incorrect details, making the situation more complex and difficult to understand, without even realizing it. 2. We all find ourselves in a difficult situation, Worrying about such a situation will not change anything. However, if we allow ourselves to continuously think and worry about the same thing. It will impact our health. 3. Overthinking is an imagination by your brain, which will be only a dream until you take action! Without taking an action it can never be a reality and it will be just beating around the bush. 4. Sometimes, you overthink things so much that you ruin things before it even begins. Try to live in the situation, face the reality, and cherish the present movement. 5. Overthinking over something causes confusion and negative assumptions. It can ruin your relationship and cause problems that would have never occurred otherwise. Try to put a hold on your negative thoughts and overflow with good vibes. 6. Keeping things bottled up can make you upset, super stressed out, and can also hamper your productivity. 7. Stop worrying about what can go wrong, nothing can harm you as much as your own thoughts. Be excited about what can go right. 8. As stated, worrying is just an illusion, it’s not an action, what you think will never come to reality until you take action. So stop overthinking and start acting! 9. If something is important enough for you, try doing it even if the odds are against you. This will definitely give you some experience. But if you overthink, you may end up doing nothing. 10. Life is very short and we don’t have too much time to think about doing things. If you are thinking then you are missing your chance of doing it. So, now that you have got a few interesting and thought giving overthinking quotes, try to inculcate these quotes in yourself and forget your issues related to overthinking.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a medical imaging technique that utilizes a strong magnetic field to form pictures of the anatomy and other physiological processes of the body. The difference between MRI and CT scans is that an MRI does not utilize any x-rays or ionizing radiation. It is a technique that utilizes a nuclear magnetic field, radio waves, and a computer to produce an image by manipulating the properties of water molecules (mostly H+ ions) in our bodies. MRI Scans and Their Types MRI scans may differ in their type based on its construction, properties, and applications. Here we will go through a few of them: Based on construction MRI scanners are classified into Closed MRI Wide bore MRI Truly open MRI Open upright MRI ⦁ Closed MRI Closed MRI, Image credits: pixabay A closed MRI machine is a narrow cylindrical tube with a bore diameter of 60 cm. It takes high-quality images and has up to 3T strength which is the highest strength available among all commercial MRIs. 3 tesla MRI can easily capture blood vessels as tiny as 200-300 microns. 3 Tesla MRI machine price can range anywhere between 15 – 20 crore Indian Rupees. However, the MRI cost can vary if you are buying an already used one. ⦁ Wide bore MRI Wide bore MRI, Image credits: pixabay As the name suggests Wide bore MRIs are partly open scanners with wider openings and more headspace than the closed MRI scanners. The bore diameter is 70 cm and a person with a broader build can easily pass into it. However, the field or magnetic strength is just 1.5 T and the image clarity is not as good as closed MRI scanners. ⦁ Truly open MRI scanners Truly open MRI, Image credits: pixabay These scanners are the open type which allows more ventilation during the scan. However, the magnetic field strength is too low (1.2T) to capture images that are high in clarity. ⦁ Open upright MRI This type is a completely open front where the patients are allowed to sit upright during the entire examination. It has the lowest magnetic strength of all types. MRI types based on Properties and Applications Functional MRI Interventional MRI Cardiac MRI Magnetic Resonance Angiography Diffusion MRI Functional MRI– Functional MRI is used to check brain activity that occurs due to the changes in the blood. It gives a clear picture of how blood flows within the nervous system. fMRI can be applied to diagnose the effects of neurological disorders like stroke and Alzheimer’s disease on the brain. Along with this, fMRI also helps study the effects of blood flow in the brain during brain surgery guiding the brain surgeon where to exercise utmost care and caution. Interventional MRI– It helps surgeons perform minimally invasive surgeries, whereby they can assess the safety and correctness of the procedure being performed. The technique is widely used to remove tissues non invasively, for biopsies of suspected lesions and in various heart procedures. It provides great access and detailed images of the tissues and organs. Cardiac MRI – MRI which is specially customized to study the heart is cardiac MRI. Cardiac MRI helps study the Anatomy of the heart, pericardial diseases, thrombus, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies, and ventricular disorders all can be easily diagnosed using this technique. Magnetic resonance angiography – Angiography is an MRI technique used to study abnormalities related to the blood vessels of the body, arteries of the brain, abdomen, legs, chest, neck, pelvis, and arms. It is of two types: flow-dependent and flow independent. Diffusion MRI – Water molecules in the body follow the diffusion law and travel from a region of higher concentration to lower concentration. Similarly, diffusion MRI works on the principle of diffusion and is applied to study different regions of the brain. MRI screening vs diagnostic MRI A screening MRI is designed to screen for conditions like aneurysms and cancer in which the symptoms usually do not appear in the early stages. Whereas, A diagnostic MRI is designed to look at a specific body part or area for a detailed view. Some other types of MRI’s which can be customized based on the requirements and physiology of different body systems include Magnetic resonance venography, magnetic resonance spectroscopy, real-time MRI, molecular imaging MRI, and magnetic resonance-guided focussed ultrasound. #TypesofMRI

India is the second-largest producer of cane sugar in the world after Brazil. The sweet taste of sugar cane juice cannot only quench your thirst but will also have many health benefits. So, next time you see a nearby sugar-cane juice vendor, just stop by and buy a glass full of sugar cane juice. Here are some sugar cane juice benefits Boosts energy instantly Sugar cane juice benefits keeps you hydrated and is a rich source of simple sugars. Our body uses these simple sugars and converts them into energy instantly. Thus, it proves to be one of the best weapons for replenishing sugar levels immediately. Good for jaundice Sugar cane juice is alkaline, which is highly effective in maintaining liver health, especially in conditions like jaundice. The juice helps maintain neutral pH effortlessly, which ensures that liver enzymes like catalase can function well. Good for Excretory system excretory system, Credits: pixabay Sugar cane juice is a potent diuretic that helps treat urinary tract infections, kidney stones and ensure the proper functioning of the kidneys. Has anti-cancer properties Sugar cane juice has essential vitamins and minerals and is rich in antioxidants. These crucial components of sugar cane juice are known to scavenge the free radicals in the body that cause damage to cells. It also replenishes the body with essential proteins to help fight diseases like cancer. Good for the digestive system digestive systemCredits: pixabay Sugar cane juice helps in treating digestive ailments by keeping it healthy. Rich in potassium, a glass full of sugar cane juice daily can keep your stomach pH neutral and enable adequate secretion of digestive juices. Beneficial in Diabetes Diabetic pateint, Credits: pixabay Diabetic patients are recommended to avoid foods that have a high glycemic index. It is due to the fact that these foods may cause an immediate rise in blood sugar levels when consumed which may be considered harmful. Sugar cane juice in diabetics has a lower glycemic index and can be consumed in moderation by the diabetics. Strengthens your bone and teeth A man with good oral health, Credits: pixabay Sugar cane juice is rich in calcium, and drinking it can help strengthen your bones and teeth. It also ensures proper development of teeth and skeletal system. Maintains oral health happy teeth and gums, Credits: pixabay Sugar cane juice prevents your tooth from decaying and protects your enamel from being eroded. The phosphorous and calcium-rich sugar cane juice can help make your teeth stronger and get rid of the embarrassing bad breath. Anti-pollution pollution, Credits: pixabay Sugar cane juice is rich in iron and is found to improve the haemoglobin levels in the blood. Jaggery, a by-product of sugar cane can help get rid of the acute effects of pollution. It is due to its increased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Helps get rid of acne Acne, Credits: pixabay Topical application of sugar cane juice can help you get rid of all skin woes. Sugar cane is a rich source of AHAs or alpha hydroxy acids such as glycolic acid which exfoliate the skin while increasing the turnover.

CT scan is one of the most valuable medical diagnostic tools in today’s world. It provides a detailed picture of the internal organs and thus helps to detect any issues and abnormalities. It in turn helps the doctor to start treatment as soon as possible. To a layman, there exists not much difference between a CT scan and an MRI scan. However, it’s not a cause of much worry as your healthcare professional has a sound knowledge of which one to choose. To put it simply, the difference between MRI and ct scan is primarily based on the level of understanding of your internal organs desired by your doctor. What is a CT Scan? The full form of CT is computerized tomography. CT scans are used to create multiple cross-sections of your body through X-rays. They are used to identify problems in your bones, soft tissues, and other organs. How does a CT scan work? A CT scan is used to generate images of internal organs that allows radiologists to view their structure, shape, density, etc. During the process, an x-ray tube keeps rotating around the person allowing multiple pictures to be captured from different angles. The images are then stored in a computer that removes the overlying bones, and other structures for a clear view of the organ. Using a CT scan, the doctor can get to know the exact source of the problem and its location. In case the scan shows a problem, a course of treatment can then be recommended. How Can a CT Scan Help You? Scanned organ image, Image credit: Pixabay CT scan is a painless procedure that can help you in a number of ways. Through it, individual body parts can be scanned effectively. A ct scan abdomen image enables the doctor to find out the causes of abdominal injuries or pain accurately. Similarly, a ct scan brain image can help identify precisely any brain damage or tumors. Other advantages: Provides a detailed picture of all internal organs from the brain to the heart, kidney, lungs, bones, and joints. Effectively determines the need for surgery. A typical CT scan is used to get information about bone fractures, tumors, internal bleeding, and cancer. Through its quick scanning, it helps shorten the length of hospitalizations. A CT scan provides precise information about the organ. Limitations A patient on a machine, Image credit: Pixabay A CT scan is undeniably a powerful medical diagnostic tool that saves the life of thousands of people every year. It would be surprising to know that even this technological marvel comes with its own set of limitations. Some of its drawbacks are listed below. A ct scan machine price can be as high as Rs. 1 crore, making the scan itself pretty expensive. Exposure to high doses of radiation during a CT scan can put one at risk of developing cancer. CT scans may harm the health of an unborn child in pregnant women. Sometimes it isn’t easy to obtain detailed images of various body parts using a CT scan. There are chances of inaccuracy when it comes to a head and brain CT scans due to nearby bones. A CT scan is very effective in providing information about all the internal organs. It also helps to detect any complications at the earliest. As with everything, though, it has some limitations, the radiation that it emits being the foremost. If effectively interpreted by the physician, a CT scan can prove to a lifesaver for many.

The Sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in your body. The sciatic nerve goes from the rear of your pelvic area down through the back of your thigh. Any pain observed in this area is called sciatica or lumbar radiculopathy. This Sciatic nerve pain affects several muscles namely the piriformis muscle, hip, gluteus maximus, hamstring, and calf muscles. It is estimated that approximately 40% of the people in the United States experience sciatica at some point in time. Exercises help reduce Sciatic Pain and improve the limitations of activity. How to Relieve From Sciatic Pain? Massages help relieve sciatic pain, Image credits: pixabay The following can be done to help ease your sciatic pain. 1. Medications like pain killers and nerve blocking agents 2. Chiropractic adjustments 3. Applying hot and cold packs 4. Medical massage 5. The right exercises Here we are discussing five exercises for sciatic pain relief. Child’s Pose (Balasana) Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana) Half lord of the fishes pose (Ardha Matsyendrasana) King Pigeon Hip Stretch (Raja kapotasana) 1. Child’s Pose : A woman performing Child’s pose, Image credits: pixabay How To Do? Kneel and make sure your knees are hip-width apart. Toes should point outwards and place together. Lean forward to rest your forehead on the floor. Stretch your palms straight on to the mat and keep it stacked under your forehead. Stay for up to 5 minutes. Exhale, release, and come back to a seating position. Benefits This exercise helps tone and relax your body. It aids in lengthening and stretching your spine and promotes flexibility in thighs, hips, and lower back. 2. Cobra Pose A woman performing Cobra pose, Image credits: pexels How To Do? Lie on your stomach with your hands under your shoulders.\ Squeeze your elbows into your body. Inhale to lift your head, chest, and shoulders. Maintain a slight bend in your elbows and keep your chest open. Engage your thighs, lower back, and abdominals. Stay in this position for 30 seconds. Release and rest. Benefits Cobra pose helps in strengthening your spine, promotes circulation and flexibility. 3. Bridge Pose A woman performing Bridge pose, Image credits: pexels How To Do? Lie on your back with your knees bent and your heels in toward your hips. Bring your arms alongside your body with your palms facing down. Slowly lift your spine from the floor, raising your hips as high as possible. To maintain alignment, place a block between your knees or thighs. Slowly lower back down. Repeat this pose for 10 minutes. Relax and come back to the original position. Benefits This exercise helps stretch the spine, relieving pain, and tension. The stimulating effect of this exercise helps boost circulation. 4. Half Lord of the Fishes Pose A woman performing half Lord of the fishes pose, Image credits: pexels How To Do? Start in a seated position. Bring your right foot to the outside of your left hip with your knee pointed forward or to the side. Move your left foot to the outside of your right thigh. Bring your left hand to the floor behind you, staying supported on your fingertips. Wrap your right arm around your left thigh or bring it to the outside of your left thigh. With each inhale, lift and lengthen your spine. With each, exhale, twist a bit more to move more deeply into the pose. Turn your head to gaze in any direction. Hold for up to 1 minute. Repeat on the opposite side. Benefits This twist stretches and lengthens your spine, relieving pain, and tension. 5. King Pigeon Hip Stretch A woman performing king pigeon hip stretch, Image credits: pexels How To Do? Start on your hands and knees. Bring your right knee forward and out to the right. Bring your right foot forward as well, until your heel is in line with your left hip and your shin is at about a 45-degree angle. Keep your foot flexed to protect your knee. To stretch the right piriformis, lean your upper body forward, tuck your left toes under, and slide or walk your left leg straight back, allowing your right thigh to rotate out passively as your hip descends toward the floor. Keep your hips level to the floor and square to the front of the mat; don’t let your pelvis turn or fall to one side. Support your right hip with a blanket if it does not reach the floor, and remain in the pose for anywhere from several breaths to a minute. Experiment with leaning your upper body forward over your shin, and with bringing your torso more upright to vary the stretch to the hip. Benefits This exercise helps open the hip joint and help relieve sciatica. Caution Always try what works for you. If you observe any discomfort or pain, you should stop the exercise. Seating and standing forward bends should be avoided as they can put a strain in the pelvis and lower back. Avoid strong backbends, twists, and poses that create pressure on your belly. You can slightly modify the positions as per your comfort level. Take Home Message Exercises help relieve sciatic pain and strengthen the muscles.

There are various types of sugar which confuse us which often confuse us which one to consume? Here is a detailed description of various types of corn sugar Vs cane sugar. Cane Sugar Cane sugar, Credits: pixabay Cane sugar comes from sugar cane plant. It is obtained by grinding the cane sugar into sweet sweet juice and then processing it by boiling spinning and making it thick until it turns out to be molasses syrup. The syrup is produced by centrifuging it into raw sugar. From there, you get several types of other sugar which are listed as below: Muscovado sugar – It is unrefined or partly raw sugar in which the molasses has not been removed. It is darker brown in colour, moist and sticks together. Turbinado sugar – It is more refined than Muscovado sugar, which is lighter in colour and is in the form of molasses. The moisture from this sugar is completely removed. It appears as a natural brown- blond colour.  It’s also referred to as demerara sugar. Pure cane sugar – it is the purified form of sugar which is extracted by spinning out all of the molasses from raw sugar. It appears as white pure crystals and labelled as “pure cane sugar” or sugar. High Fructose Corn Syrup/ Corn sugar High fructose sugar, Credits: pixabay Sugar which is manufactured from corn starch is referred to as high fructose corn sugar. An enzyme from corn starch is used to develop a sweet syrup. The sweet syrup obtained is then evaporated into clear and colourless glucose syrup. This syrup is further processed to sweeter fructose. Higher fructose corn sugar is added to a variety of beverages, sauces, salad dressings and baked goods. Corn sugar vs cane sugar? Which is considered to have more risk factors? Corn sugar [ose various risk factors for heart disease when compared to other added sugars. Sugar-free Sugar free, Credits: pixabay Most of the Sweet products that we buy from stores are often labelled as sugar-free. Some of which include candy bars, soft drinks, chocolates etc. Normal sugar like table sugar, brown sugar, lactose, honey all of them contain around 1-2 units of sugar. For a product to be labelled as “sugar-free” it should not contain more than 0.5 gms of sugar. Furthermore, it should also be low in calories. So now what makes sugar-free agents sweet? The answer is the sweetening agent!. Aspartame, acesulfame potassium, neotame,  saccharin, stevia, and sucralose are few sweetening agents that are approved by the FDA.