Typically occurring during the third trimester, acute fatty liver of pregnancy is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the sudden deposition of fat within the liver cells Written by Adithi PH With quotes from Dr. Neelima Thoppa Kapali (gastroenterologist), Dr Chetan Ramesh Kalal (hepatologist) Acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) is a severe complication that …
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The Indian government has embarked on a no-holds-barred giloy promotion spree in the last two years, through the AYUSH and health ministries. According to doctors, giloy is forbidden for people who suffer from autoimmune disorders, and can lead to death if it is consumed in sufficiently large quantities. But no government agency has warned that …
As COVID Surged, India Had a Silent Outbreak of Giloy-Induced Liver Injury Read More »
Itching without any sign of rash or allergy is one of the early symptoms of a liver disorder A constant and prolonged itch without any visible rash on the skin may not always be just an allergic reaction. It could be an indicator of an underlying liver condition such as hepatic cholestasis (caused by reduced …
Pruritus: That itch could be linked to your liver Read More »
World Hepatitis Day: With the theme ‘Bringing hepatitis care closer to you’ WHO wants to raise awareness and promote global action on viral hepatitis. The aims is to raise awareness about the need to simplify and bring hepatitis care to primary health facilities, community-based venues and locations beyond hospital sites, so that care is closer …
Bringing hepatitis care closer to you; Hygiene and vaccine is the key Read More »
Liver is one of the most integral organs of the human body. It is because of its functions. The body digests and detoxes through the juices that the liver produces. And if we don’t monitor what we consume, the liver can be severely damaged due to toxins like drugs, alcohol, and unhealthy food. Other diseases …
Contraceptive Pills Can Cause Liver Damage, Doctors Explain How Read More »
Ayurveda’s popularity has arisen since the pandemic; but many still equate ‘natural’ and ‘traditional’ with ‘safe’ and ‘effective’ Sushmita (name changed) has been living with Type 2 diabetes mellitus for the past decade and hyperthyroidism for the past eight years now. To lead a normal life, she consumes Galvus, Gluconorm and Thyroxine for these ailments …
Dr. Chetan Kalal is currently the Consultant, at the Department of Hepatology Institute of Liver Diseases, HPB Surgery, and Transplant at the Reliance Hospital, Mumbai. He is one of the Best Liver specialists in South Mumbai and the Best Hepatologist in South Mumbai.
