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Dr. Srikanth KP on Inflammatory bowel disease on the rise among city kids | Deccan Herald
A combination of genetics, environmental triggers, and the immune system can cause parts of the intestine i kids to get inflamed leading to IBD that lasts a long time.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic ailment of the intestine. It can occur both, in adults and children. Nearly 25% of all patients with IBD fall in the paediatric age group. It is associated with prolonged inflammation of the digestive or gastrointestinal (GI) tract, affecting one or both the intestines together. In this condition, the body’s immune system starts attacking the intestinal tissue and causes ulcers, swelling, inflammation, and other issues. A few decades ago, IBD was a very rare condition. However, there has been an increase in the incidence of IBD since the Covid-19 pandemic. While only about one case of IBD per year used to be reported earlier, now doctors are witnessing one to two cases in the paediatric age group every month.
As IBD is an auto-immune disorder where the immune system damages the intestine, the body’s immunity goes haywire, and the immune system starts attacking the intestine. Along with immunity, it may also be driven by multiple factors, such as genetics, environmental factors (modern diet and lifestyle), nutritional deficiency, and changes in the gut microbiome.
Prevention
Since this condition originated during industrialisation in western Europe, it is believed to be heavily influenced by modern lifestyles and eating habits, especially the increased consumption of processed foods. Thus, avoiding processed foods and opting for a healthy diet rich in nutrients can help lower the risk of IBD in children. In addition, leading a physically-active life is necessary to keep oneself healthy and away from not only IBD but also other diseases. Even though there is no permanent cure for IBD, children can still live a life of good quality by being aware of all aspects of preventing IBD and following the doctor’s recommended treatment plan.
(The author is a consultant in paediatric gastroenterology & hepatology.)
Date : January 29, 2023
Publication name : Deccan Herald
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : January 29, 2023
Publication name : Deccan Herald
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi on Polycystic Liver Disease: Can This Condition Develop Cysts In The Liver? | The Healthsite
Topic: Polycystic Liver Disease: Can This Condition Develop Cysts In The Liver?
Doctor quoted: Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi, Lead Consultant – HPB & Liver Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : December 22, 2022
Publication name : The Healthsite
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : December 22, 2022
Publication name : The Healthsite
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Dr. Rajashekar C Jaka on No need to fear of cancer
Topic: Manipal Hospital Whitefield endeavors to raise awareness levels on treatment methods for progressive cancers
Doctor Quote: Dr. Rajashekar C Jaka, Consultant - Surgical Oncology, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : December 16, 2022
Publication name : PTI
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : December 16, 2022
Publication name : PTI
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Mr. Arnab Mondal and Dr. Rajashekar C Jaka on Manipal Hospitals, Whitefield appoints Dr. Rajashekar C Jaka, a renowned Surgical Oncologist | BW Healthcareworld | FM Live | APN News
Topic: Dr. Rajashekar C Jaka Joins Manipal Hospital Whitefield As Surgical Oncology Specialist
Doctor quoted: Mr. Arnab Mondal, Hospital Director, Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Dr. Rajashekar C Jaka, Consultant - Surgical Oncology, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : November 21, 2022
Publication name : APN News
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : November 21, 2022
Publication name : APN News
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Dr. Pradeep Haranahalli on Heart Health | The New Indian Express
Topic: Heart Health
Doctor quoted: Dr. Pradeep Haranahalli, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : October 6, 2022
Publication name : The New Indian Express
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : October 6, 2022
Publication name : The New Indian Express
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Minimally Invasive Advanced Surgery Masterclass (MIAS) - Dr. Manjunath Haridas, Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Publication: The Week
Doctor Quoted: Dr. Manjunath Haridas, Course Director , Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : October 4, 2022
Publication name : The Week
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : October 4, 2022
Publication name : The Week
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Manipal Hospitals rolls out digital innovative solution (QR Codes) for Bangaloreans with cardiac emergencies | The New Indian Express
Topic: Scan QR codes for cardiac emergency
Doctor quoted: Dr. Sunil Karanth, chairman & consultant - ICU & critical care medicine, Manipal Hospital Old Airport road
Date : October 2, 2022
Publication name : The New Indian Express
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : October 2, 2022
Publication name : The New Indian Express
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi on Man gives up part of liver, land to save child | The Times of India
Topic: Man gives up part of liver, land to save child
Doctor quoted: Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi, Lead Consultant – HPB & Liver Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : September 22, 2022
Publication name : The Times of India
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : September 22, 2022
Publication name : The Times of India
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Dr. Santhosh N S on Mind the cognitive decline | Deccan Herald | World Alzheimer's Day
Topic: Mind the cognitive decline
Doctor quoted: Dr. Santhosh N.S, Consultant - Neurology, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : September 18, 2022
Publication name : Deccan Herald
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : September 18, 2022
Publication name : Deccan Herald
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Manipal Hospital Whitefield as A Centre of Excellence Felicitates Organ Transplant Donors and Recpients I Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi, Dr. Ravi Shankar B, Dr. Rajesh Mohan Shetty
Topic: Manipal Hospital Whitefield as a Center of Excellence Felicitates Organ Transplant Donors and Recipients
Doctor quoted: Mr. Arnab Mondal, Hospital Director, Manipal Hospital Whitefield; Dr. Ravi Shankar B, Consultant – Nephrologist, Manipal Hospital Whitefield; Dr. Rajesh Mohan Shetty, Lead Consultant, Department of Critical Care Medicine, Chief of Clinical Services, Manipal Hospital Whitefield; Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi, Lead Consultant – HPB & Liver Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospital Whitefield
Date : August 29, 2022
Publication name : ANI
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
Date : August 29, 2022
Publication name : ANI
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Manipal Hospitals :Whitefield, Bengaluru
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