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Diabetes Prof GS Corner

Surgical Management of Diabetic Foot

Prevention of ulceration in the foot is the most important aspect in the treatment of diabetics. Preventive foot care is often neglected and the patient develops serious foot ulcers and infections. The surgical management is of different varieties, says Prof G  Sivakumar. They are: Minor surgical procedures like drainage of puss from abscess cavities, removal […]

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Diabetes Prof GS Corner

How to choose the right footwear for diabetics? Find out

By Consultant Surgeon Prof. G. Sivakumar      Diabetic patients need to choose proper footwear. Footwear made of hard synthetic materials acts as ledges and traumatizes the foot. Good insoles and MCR (microcellular rubber) footwear are very useful to prevent foot ulcers. The patient must follow certain important steps in selecting and using footwear. They should […]

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Simple Tips To Get Rid Of Dry Skin This Winter

Tips and tricks to beat the dryness of your skin, this winter.

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Children

Why Chicken Pox Vaccine Is Essential For Children

When should your child be administered the varicella vaccine?

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#WorldToiletDay: A ‘Loo’ming Threat

In 2013, The United Nations dedicated November 19th to observe World Toilet Day– in a bid to focus the attention towards better hygiene and sanitation amongst the developing countries. Considering the widespread development that countries have achieved in the socio-economic front, there is much left to be desired on the hygiene and sanitation areas. WaterAid Report […]

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Children

Essential Immunization Chart for Children

Download this essential vaccination chart today!

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Whats App Review: WebMD Baby

Review of WebMD Baby App

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Basics of Bleaching To Save The Pearly Whites

Get that smile back on your face!

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Prof GS Corner

The ABCs of Surgical Sutures

The complete description of surgical sutures and their history.