Anosmia

Posted in Anosmia / Loss Of Smell Support group on Wed, 14 May 2008

Anosmia is actually total loss of smell. For many of us smell is something that we take for granted. In fact the sense of smell leads to enhancement of all our senses and enjoyement of life. Anosmia i...

Importance

Posted in Genetic Counseling Support group on Tue, 13 May 2008

Genetic couselling is an important aspect after marriage. This is a classical example of prevention better than cure. A whole range of genetic disorders can be averted by genetic counselling . In cert...

Allergic rhinitis

Posted in Allergy Support group on Sun, 11 May 2008

Allergic rhinitis is a common condition especially in the tropics. This is characterized by recurrent sneezing, running nose and ulcerations in the nasal mucosa. The underlying problem is that the per...

Anemia in pregnancy

Posted in Anemia / Low Haemoglobin Support group on Sun, 11 May 2008

Anemia is more common during pregnancy.So as soon as a woman gets pregnant her hemoglobin needs to be checked. Subsequently Hb level has to checked atleast once every trimester and supplementation in ...

LASIK

Posted in Astigmatism Support group on Wed, 14 May 2008

LASIK is a treatment commonly used in correcting astigmatism. This is a very simple procedure that is widely used in recent times. It involves the use of laser for reshaping cornea.The advantages of L...