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Dr. Aalok Makker

Dr. Aalok Makker is an Ayurveda Specialist. He holds an extensive experience of more than 15 years in Ayurveda and Medical Writing. He is an ardent writer having expertise in writing articles and blogs for various consumer health platforms.
5 Kitchen Herbs that Help to Heal the Joint Pain
The place where bones meet is called a joint. The joints facilitate the movement of the bones. Knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows are examples of joints. Discomfort, soreness, and aches are referred to as joint pains. When you have joint pain, the joint get swollen, red... Read More
- Diet and Nutrition
- April 22, 2019
Do You Feel a Lump on Your Neck or Behind Your Ears? Know the Causes and When to See a Doctor?
A lump is a nodular mass which may appear anywhere on the body. Lumps can either be small and could be felt by touch only, or large enough to be visible to the naked eye as well. During a bout of cold or sore throat, at times, such lumps may appear on your neck or behin... Read More
- Cancer
- February 05, 2019
Are the Wrinkles on Your Hands a Sign of Crepey Skin?
During childhood and young age, your skin is like a rubber band. If you stretch it and release it, it snaps back to its original position. When you start to grow old, you will notice that your skin starts to lose its elasticity, becoming loose and flaccid. However... Read More
- Skin and Hair Care
- January 21, 2019
5 Simple Steps Towards Self-Care You Need To Practice Today!
Self-care, as the name suggests, is taking care of one’s body and mind. The concept of self-care is fast changing from being that of ‘feel-good’ to what is actually good for your well-being. In a way, self-care can also be termed as self-discipline which requires ... Read More
- Mind & Emotions
- August 31, 2018
8 Medicinal Properties of Mustard Oil You Must Know!
Extracted from the seeds of the mustard plant, mustard oil is not just like any other oil you use. With its distinctive flavor and a high-heat content, it is the spiciest oil of all. It is utilized not only in culinary but also as an important medicine in the indigenous... Read More
- Diet and Nutrition
- August 09, 2018
Heal Asthma Naturally Using Herbs & Spices from Your Kitchen
Asthma is a chronic respiratory illness that causes severe breathlessness and wheezing. If left unattended, it can be a life-threatening disease. The good news is that you can combat asthma naturally at home, using kitchen spices and herbs.Read here about 4 wonderful he... Read More
- Home Remedies and Traditional Therapy
- June 21, 2018
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Q - Kindly suggest what should we do to reduce cholesterol and medicine for vitamin d supplements
A - Hi , To comment on the report, I need a few more details: 1. Her weight and height 2. Reason for doing blood test and any active symptoms at present? 3. Any significant illnesses in the past, ...
Q - Trapped gas and stomach pain
A - Hi there, And thanks for query, Take Capsule Pangoprazole Dsr once daily and Syp Mucaine gel 10 ml three times a day. Take light food like khichdi and XXXXXXX for 2-3 days. Revert back to me after 3 ...
Q - I am not having erection for the past ten months
A - Hi thanks for posting the query This is usually seen in chronic diabetic people. As the peripheral blood vessel gets affected. Do check your HBA1C. Have a diet consultation, keeping sugar levels ud...
Q - Do you suggest any tests that can rule out any heart related issues?
A - Hi , Your chest pain, especially if it is associated with acid reflux, is likely due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or gastritis, but given your anxiety and work-related stress, it’s i...
Q - What can be done for hair loss ?
A - Hello Thanks for the query. Can you please upload a photograph of your scalp showing the areas from which you are experiencing hair loss. This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis and better wa...
Q - Need specialist to diagnose my mother is suffering from persistant severe hiccups
A - Hi. Thanks for your query. Noted the history and understood the concerns. First of all, I would like to tell you that I am an ENT and General Surgeon (2 postgraduate Specialties) and deal with such p...
A - Hello and welcome here, REDBLOODCELL(RBC)COUNT 6.25 High HEMATOCRIT (PCV) 54.8 High These two parameters are not of much concern, these could be high due to low water intake, smoking, alcohol, or l...
Q - I don’t have diabetes but do have cholesterol which am managing with diet only no medicines
A - Hi , The picture looks fine. As far as numbness in big toe is concerned , It is quite possible that you may have developed some swelling in L4-5 nerve root at the level of spinal cord during prolo...
A - Hello , Yes your father has aortic valve fully calcified with severe stenosis. TAVR procedure is best for him now as he developed heart failure. It is a minimally invasive procedure of replacing a...
Q - Is there an alternative for angiography?
A - Hello and welcome to this platform, I have seen the report. In my opinion, medicines ae given when surgical interventional techniques like stenting cannot be done for some reason. There are medici...
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