When Tests Mislead and Doctors Miss

Your doctor says you’re fine. The tests agree. You leave relieved… until you discover they were wrong. Even the best physicians and diagnostics have limits. In this post, I share personal examples of where tests and medical practice can fall short, and what we, as patients, can do about it. When Tests Tell “Lies:” False Positives […]

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Discover the Beloved Pickle of Kashmir

In India, where the love for pickles runs deep, some varieties, such as mango, are consumed nationwide, and others are region-specific, such as kohlrabi, which is specific to Kashmir. Some regional pickles deserve wider exposure; the kohlrabi pickle is undoubtedly one of them. Let me do my bit in this post, including sharing a recipe. […]

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Navigating Prostate Health: My Experience

Following up on my suggestion to share health experiences (read here), I will, in this post, discuss prostate health and intertwine it with my experience. The prostate, positioned under the male urinary bladder, secretes a fluid that enhances sperm’s viability and facilitates its movement. Image Credit: Everyday Health The top part of the urethra, the tube […]

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