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Symptoms and causes of piles- a doctor’s guide
Piles: Vascular structures of the anal canal that help us control the stool are called haemorriods. They usually act as a cushion made of connective tissues and arterio-venous channels that aids the passage of stool. When these haemerroids get inflamed and swollen, they become pathological. Piles may occur at any age in men or women. Cause: Mainly, excessive and continuous pressure in the veins causes piles. If someone has a condition of constipation or has to strain a lot during his or her bowel movements, then piles may occur. Spending extra time in the toilet can also be a cause. Lifting heavy weight is also a reason behind having piles. Persistent diarrhea can also be a reason for piles, says a piles doctor in Kolkata named Dr. Mainak Pal. Swellings that are round in shape discoloured and tiny lumps on the anus are called piles. Piles may also hang from the anus canal. Types: There are two types of piles; Internal piles- Internal piles can be found inside the anal canal. External piles- If the piles come out of the anus and hang outside the anus, then they become external piles. Piles are classified depending on the condition. First degree: The first degree piles do not come out but [...]
All that we should know about bariatric surgery
Bariatric Surgery: Bariatric surgery makes changes in our digestive system to help us lose extra weight. Bariatric surgery is required when someone has a serious health issue due to excess weight. Doctors usually prescribe regular exercises like hitting the gym or swimming and provide a diet chart suitable for the respective patient for losing weight. But if none of these work, bariatric surgery remains the only option. This surgery makes some noticeable changes in your digestive system to limit how much food you may consume, and also it reduces the ability to absorb nutrients in your body. Dr. Mainak Pal, a renowned bariatric surgeon in Kolkata, says that it is very important to know everything about bariatric surgery before you opt for one. Who can have it? If you have serious health conditions related to your excess weight and you have failed to lose weight through diet, exercise, etc., then bariatric surgery is the option for you. Diseases may include: Heart disease High blood pressure Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFD) Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) Sleep apnea Type 2 diabetes Osteoarthritis Bariatric surgery is an option for you only if: Your body mass index (BMI) is 40 or above (extreme obesity) Or 35 to 39.9 (obesity) and along with the [...]
Eating right is very important after bariatric surgery
What is bariatric surgery? Bariatric surgery brings changes to your digestive system that helps you lose weight. If your extra weight is causing you serious health issues, your doctor will advise you to opt for bariatric surgery. If you are visiting the gym and following a proper diet but still your weight is not decreasing, listen to your doctor and undergo bariatric surgery if he/she suggests. Bariatric surgery- A doctor from Kolkata explains: You require bariatric surgery only if you have health issues which have life risk. Some health issues that require bariatric surgery: Diabetes- Type 2 Sleep apnea High blood pressure Heart disease Stroke Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease Bariatric surgery is not apt for everyone who is overweight. There are some medical guidelines, if you meet them, only after that, the doctor can perform bariatric surgery. A screening process is there which you need to qualify. A change of lifestyle is one of the most important parts of bariatric surgery, says Dr. Mainak Pal from Kolkata. The person needs to be patient and passionate enough to undergo this surgery. Effort and obedience are very important in this case. Food that you can eat after the surgery: Once the surgery is done, the doctor will provide you with a [...]
Laparoscopic hernia surgery- Benefits
About Hernia A hole or a defect within our fascia that lines the muscles is a hernia. An abnormal bulge or sac can be found either around the belly button which is a very weak spot of human beings or within the groin. A hernia is neither gender-specific nor always genetic. It can occur with time too, opines a famous laparoscopic surgeon in Kolkata. Types: Umbilical hernia: Takes place near the belly button Femoral hernia: Takes place near the inner thigh as fatty tissue or a part of the intestine pushes the groin near one’s thigh. Inguinal hernia: This develops in the inguinal canal of a man which is a passageway of blood vessels leading to the testicles and the spermatic cord. Hiatal hernia: The stomach pushes the chest and causes this kind of hernia. Diaphragmatic hernia: It’s a defect since birth. A hole in the diaphragm causes this uncommon type of hernia. More types: Spigelian hernia Epigastric hernia Incisional hernia Symptoms: A bulge under the skin Swelling of that place Pain around the same Redness and tenderness Bowel obstruction The pain gets worse during night time Remedy: Operation is the only remedy for a hernia. Dr. Mainak Pal assures safe and tension-free laparoscopic hernia surgery in [...]