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Celebrating the World Breastfeeding Week (Aug. 1 - Aug. 7), Dr. Sunil Kumar Agrawal, attending consultant, neonatology, at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, talks to Themedguru about common breastfeeding issues and clarifies new mothers' doubts.
by TheMedGuru News Service - August 1, 2010
Themedguru: What are the important things to note for the first time mothers?
Dr. Agrawal: Mothers need to be educated or motivated about the right ways to breastfeed since conception. During the pre-natal period, specifically the last three months of pregnancy, they should be told about the benefits of breastfeeding and the practical aspects involved as most of them are not aware of these.
Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty (heart specialist) from Narayana Hrudayalaya, Bangalore discusses matters of the heart for themedguru readers.
by TheMedGuru News Service - August 11, 2009
Q -1: What are the rules of thumb for a layman to take care of his heart?
Dr. Shetty 1. Diet - Less of carbohydrate, more of protein, less oil.
2. Exercise - Half an hour's walk, at least five days a week; avoid lifts and avoid sitting for a longtime.
3. Quit smoking.
4. Control weight.
5. Control blood pressure and sugar.
Reader’s Question: I have been suffering from itchy skin rashes for some time now. Despite taking care of hygiene, the problem does not subside. What precautions should I use?
by Divya Nambiar - July 10, 2009
Themedguru: You seem to be suffering from a condition called Dermatitis or eczema. There are many kinds of this condition and you will have to visit a doctor for a specific diagnosis and medication. It may be acute eczema or chronic eczema.
