What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) a.k.a Stein Leventhal Syndrome is a set of symptoms caused mainly due to unhealthy lifestyle. This syndrome not only affects the ovaries but can also affect the rest of the body. PCOS is a very common condition in women of reproductive age. …

Bad breath (also referred to as “halitosis” in medical terminology), is characterized by a consistent, foul odour that comes out from the mouth. We all have experienced that uncomfortable feeling that our breath isn’t as fresh as it should be. There are several causes for halitosis, but in most cases…

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by obsessions, compulsions, or both. Let’s start by understanding what actually is an obsession or a compulsion. Obsessions are recurring, persistent, unwanted, anxiety-provoking ideas, images, or urges. Compulsions (also called rituals) are mental acts or are certain actions that people feel inclined to perform to…

Be it due to the dry winds in summer or the chilly breezes in winter, irrespective of age and gender; chapped lips can be a cause of total annoyance. Winter chapped lips are obviously more painful. …

Introduction Hair loss, or hair thinning, is more common than we’d think, affecting multitudes of men and women all over the globe. According to a 2014 survey by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (available at http://www.statisticbrain.com/hair-loss-statistics/ ), approximately 35 million men in the United States suffer some type of…