Ever had any of your family members show these symptoms? Unexplained pain near the stomach region with severe acid reflux or pain in the groin region with difficulty lifting heavy items. A bulging belly button in an adult or baby that can sometimes cause pain. All these are signs and symptoms of different types of hernia. A hernia is most often described as the bulging of a tissue that pushes through organs putting a lot of pressure. This health condition is explained quite well with the analogy of a bulging portion of a damaged tire. Similarly, the tissue squeezes through a weak point and stays so, causing pain and discomfort that may hinder normal activities. The good news is that you do not have to battle a hernia forever. Hernia repair is a common medical procedure done to put the protruding tissue in its place or remove it off. This procedure is also referred to as herniorrhaphy. Let’s take a look at the types of hernias and the treatment options.

With age comes tons of skin concerns, especially that of the face. Wrinkles, pigments, spots, freckles, scars, and more. As the skin ages, skincare becomes a tougher game. Our skin naturally produces elastin and collagen to repair and keep the skin smooth. As we age, the amount of collagen and elastin produced decreases considerably leaving the skin with blemishes and scars. Home remedies, on-the-counter medications, routine creams and skincare products, do not often give the result that one desires. Cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels offer a remarkable and long-lasting result.

The hair is the most important part of the body which enhances our facial features and our appearance. Most of us have a very emotional attachment to the hair. We spend ample time caring for it, tweaking it in a way that it appears like how we like it to be. Even the smallest of damage to the hair can be worrisome to many. Problems such as hair thinning, hair loss, frizzy hair, dull hair, split ends, dandruff, grey hair and others are issues that at least some of us would have had to deal with. Hair loss or alopecia is a major problem that impacts individuals to a greater level, both physically and emotionally. Some of the reasons for hair loss include heredity, hormonal changes, thyroid-related issues, side-effect to medications or radiation therapies, stress, excessive heat treatment to the hair, vitamin or iron deficiencies and others. Multiple studies in the past have shown that men are over 10% more prone to hair loss as compared to women. Now let’s take a look at the treatment options for baldness and the procedures once could consider for hair restoration.

Hair, the precious locks on the top of our heads, has become an asset today that we should safeguard like crown jewels. With the rise in male pattern baldness and hair loss, hair transplants have been gaining a ton of popularity and acceptance worldwide. Hair transplants have been around since the '90s, being a procedure with the highest demand. Nevertheless, it can be a very tedious and time-consuming process for HT surgeons to extract individual hair follicles that are fit for grafting. With current advancements, the procedure typically consumes an entire day of the surgeon's time. But now, the rumoured revolution in this procedure has finally become a reality!

Hair Spas vs Hair Treatment - Which is Better for your Hair? We have all succumbed to those 'parlour' tricks and tried out the occasional add-on of a hair spa along with another hair service. It usually leaves our hair looking luscious, voluminous and frizz-free but after a day or two the same hair ends up looking limper than it ever was. Let us look at in detail, whether hair spas are as fabulous as they claim to be or is it all just another fad and what is truly needed for your hair.

Introduction: Ever feel like your hair loss is changing more than just your appearance? Like you’re slowly hiding a part of yourself—avoiding photos, dodging mirrors, or second-guessing your style? You’re not overthinking it. Hair isn’t just hair. It’s tied to how we feel, how we show up, and how confident we are in our skin. […]

Birthmarks are a common occurrence in newborn babies, and they can range from barely noticeable to very prominent. While some birthmarks may fade over time, others may require medical attention or treatment. It is important to understand what causes birthmarks, what the different types of birthmarks look like, and how you can monitor their appearance as your baby grows.