Gallbladder Stones in Pediatric Age: An Emerging Problem
Gallstone problems are more commonly observed in adults, especially people above 40 years of age. In children it is rare. However, over the past few decades, the incidence of gallstone development in children has risen greatly. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ that plays an important role in the digestive system, located on the right of the upper abdomen. The key gallbladder functions include storing, concentrating, and releasing the bile
Does Cortisol Cause Belly Fat? How Stress Affects Weight Loss
Sometimes you observe increased waist size, especially during stressful times—even though you follow the same diet without any changes, you may have wondered what is going on. This is because stress is linked with belly fat, which is true—stress and weight gain are two intertwined factors. The phrase “cortisol belly" has been used very often these days and refers to the weight gain, particularly in the waist area, as a result
Can a Hernia Exist Without a Bulge?
Well, if you ask an average person about a hernia, most likely they will describe it as a visible bulge coming out of the abdomen or groin area. Though this is true in most of the cases, in some patients this visible bulge is absent. In such cases, the possibility of misdiagnosis is higher, and treatment might also be delayed. So it is important to know about these hidden hernias
How Doctors Diagnose Parathyroid Problems: Ultrasound, Blood Tests, and Treatment
The parathyroid glands are four small glands located behind the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck, just above the trachea. It’s a small, butterfly-shaped gland. They are the size of a rice grain, very small, and their function is to regulate calcium in the body. Calcium is important for brain function, muscle function, and bone strength. Often, they are called the thermostat for calcium
How to Prevent Weight Regain After a Gastric Balloon procedure ?
Weight loss procedures like gastric balloons have been widely recognized for their ability to assist people in losing significant amounts of weight without undergoing any surgery. However, the most typical concern among patients is whether they regain lost weight after the balloon is taken out. Dr. Venugopal Pareek, one of the best weight loss surgeons in Hyderabad, provides clarification and advises every patient who comes for consultation. The concept of gastric