Critical Care Archives

Measles: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment & Risk Factors

by Yashoda Hopsitals | Jul 20, 2021

Measles also known as rubeola, which is a viral infection that begins in the respiratory system. An effective and safe vaccine is available for prevention from this infection, but this infection is still one of the significant causes of death throughout the world.

‘బ్లాక్ ఫంగస్’ గురించి మీరు తెలుసుకోవాల్సిన 7 విషయాలను గురించి నిపుణుల అభిప్రాయం

by Dr. Venkat Raman Kola | Jul 06, 2021

దేశంలో కోవిడ్ కేసులు స్వల్పంగా తగ్గినప్పటికి,ముకోర్మైకోసిస్ అని పిలువబడే తీవ్రమైన fungal infection అనేక మందిని ప్రభావితం చేయడం ప్రారంభించింది. సాధారణంగా ‘బ్లాక్ ఫంగస్’ అని పిలువబడే ఈవ్యాధి తరచుగా చర్మంపై కనిపిస్తుంది. ఊపిరితిత్తులు మరియు మెదడుపై కూడా ప్రభావం చూపుతుంది.

Expert’s take on 7 things you need to know about ‘Black fungus’

by Dr. Venkat Raman Kola | May 21, 2021

Even as Covid cases decline marginally in the country, a serious fungal infection, known as mucormycosis, has started affecting several people. Known commonly as ‘black fungus’, the disease often manifests in the skin and also affects the lungs and the brain. With rising cases of mucormycosis across States, several questions and misconceptions are floating regarding the disease.

Burn injury: When to seek emergency medical care

by Yashoda Hopsitals | Aug 31, 2019

Burns can range from minor to severe injuries. If the burn is deep or larger than 3 inches in diameter, covering the face, hands, feet, groin, or major joint, it is essential to seek medical attention.

Is sepsis always life-threatening?

by Yashoda Hopsitals | Feb 08, 2019

In India, 34% of people with sepsis die in the intensive care unit. Globally, sepsis is attributed to causing deaths greater than those caused by heart diseases and stroke combined. Despite these grave consequences, fewer people know about sepsis. Early detection of infection and timely treatment can save lives.

How to diagnose and treat Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome?

by Yashoda Hopsitals | Jul 19, 2017

ARDS is a critical condition when there is fluid build up in the lungs: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome is a condition where fluid collects in the lungs preventing oxygen from reaching the rest of the organs. It is a life...