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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
‘Trouble in swallowing can be fatal'
Lucknow: Difficulty in swallowing food, chest heaviness, or regurgitation at night could be symptoms of achalasia cardia — a disorder of the esophagus (food pipe). It may lead to significant weight loss and, in extreme cases, even death, said experts at a workshop organised by the department of gastroenterology at KGMU on Saturday. Director of Interventional Endoscopy at AIG Hospitals, Hyderabad, Dr Mohan Ramchandani said in achalasia cardia the muscles that move food down into the stomach do not function properly. Specifically, the lower esophageal sphincter — a valve at the end of the food pipe — fails to relax. As a result, food gets stuck in the esophagus, causing difficulty in swallowing, chest discomfort, and sometimes regurgitation, especially at night. Other symptoms include weight loss and coughing after meals or while lying down. KGMU gastroenterology head Dr Sumit Rungta said the advanced "Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)" technique is effective in treating the condition. AIIMS Delhi's Dr Deepak Gunjan said achalasia cardia affects roughly one in 100,000 people. Doctors Ananya Gupta, Mayank Rajpur, Preetam Das, Sayan Malakar, Shrikant Kothalkar and the DM course students also participated in the workshop. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Experts push lifestyle changes as fatty liver up in kids
Lucknow: Around 17% of children in India are currently affected by fatty liver disease, with the condition being significantly more prevalent among obese children, where 70-75% are diagnosed. This data was shared during an awareness event organised by King George's Medical University (KGMU) on 'Global Fatty Liver Day'. The event was held at the hepatology clinic of medical gastroenterology. Experts at the event discussed the possible contributing factors, such as high intake of junk food, sugary products and soft drinks, along with reduced physical activity. Clinic HOD, Prof Sumit Rungta said, "Preventing fatty liver in children starts at home — with informed parents, nutritious meals, regular exercise and routine check-ups. The earlier we act, the healthier our next generation will be." He described the condition as a growing concern and said that lifestyle changes could help prevent its progression. Liver specialist at KGMU, Dr Anany Gupta said that early identification of fatty liver disease through routine screening can help manage the condition effectively. "Interventions such as weight reduction, dietary changes and physical activity can reverse fatty liver disease if addressed in time," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo He added that fatty liver disease in children is often asymptomatic in the early stages and may go undetected until it leads to complications. Another faculty member at the department, Dr Srikanth Kothalkar spoke about the department's efforts in combining medical care, public education and community outreach to address liver-related health issues. "Such events create opportunities for spreading awareness and providing practical information to families," he said. The programme included expert talks, interactive workshops and a free liver screening camp. These sessions offered guidance on diet, exercise routines suitable for children and adolescents, and early warning signs of liver-related issues. In another event, Niralanagar based gastroenterologist, Dr Puneet Mehrotra highlighted that many cases of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) develop without noticeable symptoms, which makes regular screening and early lifestyle modifications important for management. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
