Dr. Nithin Jayan's Profile
MBBS, DNB
Dr. Nithin Jayan has an MBBS degree and is currently pursuing an MD in Anaesthesia from Lake Shore Hospital, Kochi. He is an aspiring writer, singer and an active blogger. He reviews and edits articles and also contributes special and in-depth reports on a variety of health topics.
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Sleep Disorders Associated with Epilepsy
Epilepsy and sleep disorders have a profound effect on each other. Epileptic seizures can disturb sleep; sleep disorders like sleep apnea, RLS can aggravate seizures.
Tests for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Are you experiencing pain in the joints? You might have Rheumatoid arthritis, a condition affecting joints and results in pain and joint deformities. It is diagnosed by radiology and blood tests.
Microscopic Polyangiitis
Microscopic polyangitis, infection of small blood vessels, presents with general symptoms of fever, muscle pain and weight loss. Localized symptoms can also occur.
Teleradiology
Teleradiology connects hospitals with radiology experts for better diagnosis. The lack of qualified radiologists is overcome using this technology.
Choanal Atresia
Choanal atresia is a congenital condition in which respiratory function is impeded because of an obstruction of the nasal passage with abnormal skeletal and tissue growth.