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New Delhi: You’ve finally done everything “right” for the day. Dinner is done. The lights are dim. You’re on the couch, scrolling or watching a show. On the surface, this appears to be rest. But inside your body, alarms may still be blaring. Many patients are surprised to hear this in the clinic: “I’m not stressed, doctor—but I’m always tired, gaining weight, and unable to sleep.” Very often, the hidden culprit is cortisol overload. Dr. Nishchitha K, Consultant in Endocrinology at Gleneagles BGS Hospital, spoke about how cortisol is often misunderstood as an enemy, but it is actually beneficial for health. Cortisol Isn’t the Enemy—Chronic Cortisol Is Cortisol is your body’s primary stress hormone. It’s designed to protect you. When faced with danger—real danger—it raises blood sugar, sharpens focus, and keeps you alert. The problem today is not cortisol itself, but rather how often and how long it remains activated. Your body does not distinguish between:...
New Delhi: Kidney stones were once considered a problem of middle age. Today, urology clinics are seeing a noticeable shift. Men in their 20s and early 30s—often physically active and otherwise healthy—are turning up with severe flank pain, nausea, and stones large enough to require intervention. This rise isn’t random. It reflects how modern habits are quietly reshaping urinary health. Dr Naveen M N. Consultant - Urologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon, Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Kengeri, Bengaluru, explained how kidney stones are occurring in younger people. Why kidney stones are showing up earlier Kidney stones form when minerals such as calcium, oxalate, or uric acid become concentrated in urine and crystallise. This usually happens when the body doesn’t have enough fluid to dilute them. In young men, three factors are increasingly responsible: Chronic dehydration Excess salt consumption Frequent use of energy and stimulant drinks Individually, these may seem harmless....
New Delhi: Allergies were once thought of as seasonal annoyances. Today, they are becoming year-round companions for many young people. Sneezing fits, wheezing, skin rashes, food sensitivities, and unexplained coughs are showing up earlier in life—and persisting longer than before. Doctors say that in pulmonary clinics, it’s increasingly common to hear patients say, “No one in my family has allergies.” Yet their symptoms are real, recurring, and often worsening. The reasons lie less in genetics and more in how our environments and lifestyles have changed. In an interaction with Dr Manjunath PH, Consultant - Interventional Pulmonologist, Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Kengeri, Bengaluru, explained how younger people are more prone to infections than others. The immune system learns from its surroundings The immune system develops by learning what to react to—and what to ignore. Earlier generations grew up exposed to soil, animals, microbes and outdoor play. These exposures helped...
New Delhi: The skin on our eyelids is biologically unique and very different from the rest of our facial skin. Eyelid skin is the thinnest skin on the body, with fewer oil glands and a weaker barrier. This makes it far more sensitive than the rest of the face, and more vulnerable to irritation from strong skincare activities. Ingredients like retinol, glycolic or salicylic acid, and even added fragrances or preservatives, which are commonly found in all face or skin care products, could easily overwhelm or damage eyelid skin. These compounds can cause redness, burning, or scaling when applied too close to the eyes. Even if those products are not directly applied, they can spread towards the eyelids due to other reasons. Face creams and serums can spread due to the movement of the head, sweat, and oil on the face. Rubbing the eyes can transfer a small amount from the cheeks or forehead onto the eyelids. Over time, this “secondary exposure” can be just as irritating,” says Dr...
New Delhi: Heart disease remains the leading cause of death among women, yet heart attacks in women continue to be missed, delayed, or misinterpreted—even in clinical settings. This isn’t because symptoms are rare. It’s because they often don’t look the way we’ve been taught to expect. For decades, the “classic” heart attack image has been shaped around men: crushing chest pain, left arm numbness, dramatic collapse. Women’s bodies don’t always follow that script—and the consequences of this mismatch can be dangerous. Dr. P L N Kapardhi, Clinical Director, Cath Lab & Sr. Interventional Cardiologist, CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, decoded this for us. The myth of the “typical” heart attack Most medical textbooks and public awareness campaigns were built on male-centric data. As a result, symptoms that don’t involve sharp chest pain are often labelled atypical. In reality, for women, these symptoms are often typical. Women are more likely to...
In clinics today, a pattern is becoming hard to ignore. People in their 20s and 30s—often otherwise healthy—are showing signs of persistent inflammation. They complain of unexplained fatigue, frequent infections, digestive trouble, joint aches, skin flare-ups, and brain fog. Blood reports may look “borderline,” but symptoms linger. This isn’t a single disease. It’s a physiological state. And it’s increasingly common. Dr Chaitanya Challa, Sr. Consultant Internal Medicine, CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, interacted with TV9 English and decoded the 'inflamed generation ' crisis. What chronic inflammation really looks like Inflammation is meant to be protective. It helps the body heal after injury or infection. But when low-grade inflammation becomes constant, the immune system stays switched on even when there’s no immediate threat. Over time, this can alter how the body responds to everyday stressors, infections, and even food. Common signs include:...
New Delhi: Increasing screen time, exposure to air pollution, and lifestyle changes are driving a surge in conditions like dry eye syndrome, allergic conjunctivitis, and childhood myopia. Experts, including Dr. Sachin Kale, a renowned ophthalmologist in Kothrud, Pune, and Dr. Nitin Kolte, Medical Director and Chief Surgical Ophthalmologist at Poona Eye Care, emphasise the urgent need for awareness and proactive measures to address these growing concerns. Allergic conjunctivitis and pollution-related eye problems Allergic conjunctivitis has become a widespread issue in Pune, particularly among schoolchildren. The city’s smog, dust, and high air pollution levels are major contributors to this problem, causing symptoms such as redness, itching, swelling, and discharge. Dr. Kale explains that air pollutants not only act as irritants but also carry allergens, such as pollen, which can trigger allergic reactions in susceptible individuals. Rubbing irritated eyes often introduces bacteria,...
New Delhi: Winter smog does not only harm the lungs—it also silently impacts scalp health, weakening hair roots and triggering excessive hair fall, particularly in North India. During winter, cooler air traps pollutants, smoke, and toxic gases closer to the ground, significantly increasing exposure to smog. These airborne pollutants settle on the scalp, clogging hair follicles and disrupting healthy hair growth, ultimately leading to increased hair fall. The dry winter air strips the scalp of its natural moisture. When combined with high pollution levels, this accelerated moisture loss further weakens hair roots, making hair more prone to breakage and fall. In such harsh conditions, shampoos and conditioners alone often fall short. Dr Blossom Kochhar, Chairperson of Blossom Group of Companies, recommends a few simple, at-home remedies using natural ingredients to help curb excessive hair loss and restore hair flexibility. One effective remedy involves mixing 10 grams each of lime...
New Delhi: Winter is considered the most suitable season for laser and pigmentation treatments due to reduced sun exposure and a lower risk of skin damage. Laser procedures make the skin more sensitive to ultraviolet rays, and excessive sun exposure can lead to post-treatment pigmentation or uneven skin tone. During winter, the intensity of sunlight is lower, which helps protect treated skin and allows better, safer results. Dr. Navjot Arora, Consultant Dermatologist, Dermaheal Skin and Clinic, Dwarka, New Delhi, decoded what makes winter the best time to get pigmentation and laser treatments. Pigmentation concerns such as melasma, acne marks, sun spots, and uneven skin tone require strict sun protection after treatment. In winter, people naturally spend less time outdoors and tend to cover their skin, which minimises direct sun exposure. This creates an ideal environment for the skin to heal properly and respond more effectively to laser-based therapies. Cooler temperatures also...
New Delhi: They say that in a world with an ocean of weight loss drugs as options, there is no excuse for being obese anymore. Amid this, Emcure Pharmaceuticals launched Poviztra, a semaglutide-based weight loss drug. This product is priced at Rs 2,200 per dose per week, marking India 's entry into this expanding market. It has been introduced in partnership with Novo Nordisk. Poviztra is a weekly injectable pen and can be taken in multiple doses to support gradual dose escalation. It is said to be a more accessible option compared to other branded versions of the same therapy. The drug can also be helpful for the management of type 2 diabetes and the obesity crisis in India. But this weight loss drug has several other siblings in the market priced higher or lower. Read on to know what other options exist in the market. Ozempic: At around Rs 8,800 per month, or roughly Rs 2,200 per week, Ozempic is priced lower in India than global blockbusters like Mounjaro or Wegovy. Yet for a...
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