Dr. Smitha S. Dutt's Profile
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Dr. Smitha Dutt received a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the State University of New York, Buffalo, USA with a specialization in Oncology. She completed her post-doctoral training from University of California, Davis, USA. She is active contributor to the site as a freelance writer on a view more..
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Arachnoid Cysts
Arachnoid cysts are intracranial (brain) and spinal cysts. They are either caused by birth defects or by infections or trauma. Headache, enlarged head, limb pain are some of the symptoms.
Seckel Syndrome
Seckel syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by an abnormally small head, birdlike facial features, mental retardation, and blood malignancies.
Neutropenic Sepsis
Neutropenic sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition when a patient with low neutrophil counts develops an infection that spirals out of control if not treated urgently and is usually seen in cancer patients on chemotherapy.
Necrotizing Fasciitis (NF)
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare life-threatening bacterial infection of the tissue below the skin following relatively minor cuts or bruises and can be rapidly fatal unless diagnosed and treated promptly.
Lymphedema
Lymphedema is commonly caused by the removal of or damage to the lymph nodes as a part of cancer treatment. The swelling occurs in one of the arms or legs.