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Lakshmi is a qualified post-graduate medical doctor and an alumni from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Porur, Chennai. During her academic career she developed and published an Android App called 'drexampill' that contains study material for First and Second year MBBS view more..
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Drowsy Driving
Drowsy driving means operating a motor vehicle when a person is unable to remain alert due to lack of sleep. It is a major cause of motor vehicle accidents and can affect the human brain as much as alcohol. Avoid driving if you feel drowsy or exhausted
Blood Groups
The blood group of a person is determined by the presence or absence of certain inherited antigenic substances and certain acquired antibodies in blood.
Top 15 Facts on Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs, affecting the young, the elderly and the immunocompromised. Here are some top facts about pneumonia.
Foul Smelling Stool
Smelly stool? Poor diet and indigestion are the most common causes of foul-smelling stool. It can also occur due to various underlying disease conditions.
Osteolysis
Osteolysis refers to breaking down of bone tissue. Bone loss occurs due to resorption of bone by osteoclasts. It is opposite of ossification. This pathological process arises after joint replacement procedures.