Author: Dr. Ayesha Ayub Shaikh

Puffy eyes, swollen legs, frothy urine these aren’t random symptoms. They could be signs of nephrotic syndrome, a kidney disorder that needs early diagnosis. Here’s what parents need to know.

The entire episode of febrile seizures can be highly frightening for parents of children who suffer from this illness. Parents learn how to deal with such situations and find that such episodes are less scary when they are more informed on the origins, symptoms, and management techniques. This article tells the story of Arjun, a 4-year-old who suffers from seizures.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurologic-developmental disorder that affects a child’s ability to communicate, behave, and engage in social interactions. Better outcomes are associated with early diagnosis.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common diagnoses for children across the globe. Early identification of ADHD can support strategies that promote social and intellectual growth. Let’s discuss ADHD through the story of an 8-year-old boy named Rohan.

Periodontal disease (Gum Disease) is an infection of tissues that support your tooth. Poor oral hygiene is often its root cause; however, even with a proper oral care routine, some people are more susceptible to it than others.

Dental caries, another name for cavities, is one of the most prevalent dental issues affecting people of all ages. It occurs when oral bacteria’s production of acids attacks and damages the enamel, the tooth’s hard outer surface. This article aims to help you better understand cavities by reviewing their symptoms, available treatments, and frequent misconceptions.

Is even getting up from a chair or walking becoming harder for you? You think that it might just be due to ageing, but it could also be a sign of muscle weakness due to nerve or muscle diseases. It can be dangerous if not treated on time.

Imagine waking up one day, feeling like you’re losing control over your own mind—struggling to remember things, speaking gibberish, or experiencing sudden mood changes. It could be autoimmune encephalitis, a rare but probably deadly brain condition that can worsen quickly.

Feeling that tingling sensation in your hands or feet? You may brush it off as a minor issue, but it could be a sign of something far more serious—neuropathy. Don’t ignore it; else you can end up with permanent nerve damage.

Our brain is very sensitive to changes in blood flow and inflammation, and without immediate treatment, permanent damage can occur. For bacterial meningitis, the window for effective treatment is small, and even a few hours of delayed treatment can result in permanent brain damage, severe disability, or death.