Neuroblastoma is a primitive nerve cell cancer that is often seen in young infants and children younger than 5 years. A neuroblast is a very early…
Author: Dr. Stalin Ramprakash
Dr. Stalin Ramprakash
Dr. Stalin Ramprakash is an experienced and dynamic consultant who provides high-quality comprehensive care for children with cancer and blood-related problems. He completed his paediatric training in Madras Medical College and pursued further training in the United Kingdom
The human body is perfectly structured to support all its functions. A functioning body has a vital component called connective tissue, which plays a key role…
A malignancy or cancer occurs due to the abnormal division of cells in the body. A healthy cell takes the required time to divide and will…
Blood is an important factor in our bodies, without which we cannot survive. Just having blood will not suffice. We need good quality healthy blood that…
Childhood cancer may be rare, but it still continues to be the leading cause of childhood mortality in many countries. Since the symptoms of childhood cancer…
Fanconi anaemia in children is a genetic disorder where the bone marrow is not able to produce enough blood. This disorder is inherited, meaning that it…
Aplastic anaemia in children is a serious condition that can interfere with their growing years and an inability to live a normal life. This condition can…
The term “Vitamin B12” refers to a group of substances that are chemically related. These substances are grouped together because they all contain a rare metallic…
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a blood disease. In this condition, the red blood cells (RBCs) in the patient’s bloodstream become sickle-shaped (hence the name). This…
Bone marrow is a spongy, fatty, and soft tissue that is in the centre of the bones. It contains countless blood vessels and blood-filled spaces. The…
When we think of cancers, we typically think of “stages” or tumour growths. Tumours are abnormal growths of tissue as a lump. However, there are some…
The month of September is celebrated as blood cancer awareness month. The year 2021 has seen many cases of cancer, mostly leukemia, that impact the blood-forming…
Stem cells are those primary cells that develop when an egg turns into an embryo after fertilization. The entire living organism comes from a single stem…
Anemia in children occurs when the required amount of red blood cells in the body gets reduced and is below what is considered normal numbers for…
Blood infection or blood poisoning is a condition that can affect any person, at any time. Yet, children, especially newborns, are more susceptible to this disease.…