What is the cause of hydrocoele formation?
Hydrocoele occurs as a result of excess fluid accumulation in the layers surrounding the testis. The fluid may occur because of excess production or because of less drainage. Various theories have implicated infections, lymphatic blockage and even testicular pathology as the cause of hydrocoele. The fluid in hydrocoele is clear, amber coloured and sterile. Although […]
What is the difference between hydrocoele and hernia?
Hydrocoele and groin hernia both present with swelling in the Scrotum and can have similar symptoms. Whereas hydrocoele occurs as a result of excess fluid accumulation in the layers surrounding the testis, a hernia is caused by protrusion of intra abdominal contents like fat and intestine into the groin and Scrotum due to weakness or […]
Cost of intragastric balloon in Delhi
Intragastric balloon is a non surgical procedure for weight loss in people with moderate to severe obesity. The cost of intragastric balloon depends mainly upon the type of balloon being inserted. There are different types of balloons available which can be inserted for specific time periods inside the body. Most balloons require an endoscope for […]
What are the causes of breast lumps in women?
Breast lump is a common condition which can affect women of all ages right from adolescence upto old age. The age of occurrence and the symptoms of the lump usually define the underlying cause of this condition. The symptoms of breast lump may include pain, swelling of breast with or without associated nipple discharge. The […]
How much weight loss is expected after intragastric balloon procedure?
Intragastric balloon is a non surgical procedure for weight loss in patients having moderate to severe obesity. It functions as a space occupying device which basically restricts the capacity of the stomach and decreases the appetite. This makes the person take less food and leads to a caloric deficit. The body’s fat burning hormones get […]
What are the do’s and don’ts after an intragastric balloon procedure?
Intragastric balloon procedure is safe and easy to perform but it requires certain compliance’s to yield effective results. The following are the do’s snd don’ts after the procedure Do’s – Don’ts 1. Avoid overeating or gulping down food and liquids2. Avoid smoking and alcohol intake3. Avoid high intensity exercises snd excessive abdominal pressure4. Avoid using […]
What is the diet prescribed after intragastric balloon procedure?
The diet prescribed after intragastric balloon implantation is similar to that after a bariatric Surgery. However, the restrictions are less and requirement for supplements is fewer compared to bariatric surgery. The diet schedule is as follows-
What are the advantages of intragastric balloon as compared to bariatric surgery?
Intragastric balloon procedure offers several advantages over bariatric surgery
Treatment of kidney stones
The treatment of kidney stones depends upon many factors such as the size of stone, number, location and patients symptoms. Kidney stones may vary in size from few millimetres to larger than 3-4 centimetres. They may be present within the kidney or any part of the urinary passage including the renal pelvis, ureter, urinary bladder […]
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Bariatric surgery is a metabolic surgery which targets the root cause of obesity i.e. caloric excess. It is an internal surgery which doesn’t remove the superficial fat but rather reduces the size of stomach snd the small intestine. This in turn leads to decreased intake and absorption of food which causes a long term caloric […]