Author: Dr. Smitha Rame Gowda

  • Understanding The Causes Of Tetanus – Why It Occurs

    The bacteria named Clostridium tetani are the primary causes of tetanus. They are usually present in soil that is contaminated with animal feces and manure. These bacteria are found on rusted nails and also on the skin of individuals who work in agricultural fields. They do not cause infections in such environments, as these bacteria […]

  • Five Tetanus Symptoms You Should Look Out For

    Tetanus symptoms usually manifest somewhere between 4 and 21 days after the individual has come in contact with the Clostridium tetani bacteria. In most cases, a majority of the symptoms are seen around 10 days after contracting the infection.

  • All About The Tetanus Vaccine – It’s Success Rate And Side Effects

    Tetanus is a globally widespread medical condition that can now be prevented through vaccination. The tetanus vaccine consists of the inactivated form of the toxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium tetani. It is capable of producing immunity by generating antibodies against the tetanus bacteria, without actually causing the disease. By taking multiple doses of the […]

  • The Tetanus Infection – Some Basics About The Disease

    Tetanus, commonly known as lockjaw, is a severe, yet preventable disease caused by a bacterial infection. It affects the nervous system and hampers the normal functioning of the muscles.

  • Tetanus Treatment Measures – Options For Effective Cure

    Tetanus, also called lockjaw, is a medical condition usually caused by through a wound that has been infected by the Clostridium tetani bacteria. It attacks the nerves and the muscles of the body. As there are no specific tetanus treatment measures, it is best to employ preventive ones like getting the tetanus vaccine administered and […]

  • Tetanus Diagnosis – Tests You Can Take Up

    Tetanus diagnosis can be made on the basis a recent injury or wound, symptoms like muscle spasms and muscle stiffness, and a physical examination by a doctor.

  • Understanding Male Breast Cancer – Some Basics On The Disease

    The  abnormal development of cells in the breast causes breast cancer. Male breast cancer is rare as compared to female breast cancer and accounts for less than 1% of all breast cancers worldwide. Breast cancer is found to develop in men when they are in their sixties and seventies. Types Of Male Breast Cancer There […]

  • The Causes Of Breast Cancer – How The Cancer Develops

    Breast cancer develops when the breast cells have lost control over cell division. This causes the abnormal (cancerous) cells to accumulate and form a lump-like structure called tumor, which eventually spreads to other parts of the breast, the lymph nodes, and to the rest of the body. While the definite causes of breast cancer are not […]

  • Sickle Cell Anemia Diagnosis – Confirming The Condition

    Sickle cell anemia can be diagnosed at any point of time during a person’s life. However, an early diagnosis is important to manage the condition effectively through proper sickle cell anemia treatment and care. A specific blood test is carried out as part of sickle cell anemia diagnosis, to detect if an individual has the […]

  • Male Breast Cancer Symptoms – Five Signs That Men Face

    Breast cancer is more common in women, however, male breast cancer is also a condition to note and occurs in some cases. The disease accounts for 1% of all breast cancer cases, and although breast cancer can occur at any age, in men it is usually found to occur when they are in their sixties […]