Health Articles

A Patient's Guide to Infections

Key questions to ask your doctor if he or she suspects an infection.

Dr. Davie Wong

11 Feb 2019 - 2 min read

All About Gum Abscess

Pus-filled pockets that form in the gums (gingiva) surrounding the tooth is called gum abscess. To know more about this, read the article.

Dr. Vandita Mishra

12 Aug 2019 - 4 min read

Post Extraction Instructions for Children and Adults

It is very important to maintain a good oral hygiene after tooth extraction. This article discusses in detail the instructions to be followed after tooth extraction.

Dr. Nivedita Dalmia

19 Jul 2019 - 4 min read

How to Prevent an Injection Abscess

An Injection Abscess is a pus filled mass that occurs at the site where injection was administered. It occurs due to infection of the area. This article explains what an injection abscess is, how it c...

Dr. Suneetha B S

24 Jun 2019 - 1 min read

Pharyngitis - Signs, Symptoms, Treatment and Precautions

Winter is a known season for ear, nose and throat complaints. The possible causes include viral, bacterial and allergens. To be safe from such infections, one needs to know a brief background about th...

Dr. Narendra

07 Sep 2018 - 3 min read

Impetigo, an Infectious Disease in Children

Impetigo, one of the most common skin infections among kids usually produces blisters or sores on the face, neck, hands, and diaper area.

Dr. Rushikeh Tukaram Kute

13 Aug 2019 - 2 min read

Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea (AAD)

Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) is the passing of watery stools after taking antibiotics. It results from infection by antibiotic-resistant pathogens.

Dr. Geethu Thomas

02 Aug 2019 - 3 min read

Antibiotic Resistance: a Public Health Issue

Antibiotic resistance is one of the potentially deadliest public health concerns the world is facing, with major institutions such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centre for Disease Con...

Dr. Philile Donna Bongekile Hlengwa

10 Jan 2019 - 2 min read