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is testicular torsion a birth defect ?

Is Testicular Torsion A Birth Defect?

Testicular torsion is a medical condition involving twisting the spermatic cord, which supports the testicles. This twist can result in a compromised blood supply to the testicle, leading to severe pain and potential long-term damage. While testicular torsion is a well-known emergency, there is conf...
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How do I prepare my child for surgery?

The thought of your little one having an operation can be very stressful, and we understand that. As a parent, you probably have a thousand thoughts racing through your mind, the underlying one being “ will my baby be okay?” This article presents a few tips and pointers to help make the experien...
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My Unborn Baby Has Swollen Kidneys | Dr. Geeta Kekre

My Unborn Baby Has Swollen Kidneys

With advancing technology, ultrasound machines allow doctors to see your unborn baby’s organs more clearly. Often times, babies are found to have enlarged kidneys while still in the uterus- your doctor may use the term “hydronephrosis”, i.e, “antenatal hydronephrosis” or “foetal hydronep...
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Minimal Access Surgery in Children | Dr. Geeta Kekre, Pune

Minimal Access Surgery in Children

Minimal access is the buzzword in paediatric surgery. It essentially means performing a procedure without cutting open the body wall. While the principles and the basic steps of each surgery remain the same, special instruments are used which reach the organ in question via tiny, key hole incisions ...
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Tongue Tie in Kids | Pediatric Surgeon | Dr. Geeta Kekre, Pune

Tongue Tie

Tongue tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition where the bottom of the tip of the tongue is tethered to the floor of the mouth by a band of tissue. As a result, the movements of the tongue are restricted. Individuals with tongue tie typically are unable to touch the upper incisors with the tip of thei...
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Why does my child wet? | Pediatric Surgeon | Dr. Geeta Kekre

Why does my child wet?

Daytime and night time wetting are among the more frequent problems that we see in school aged children. While some children find it hard to toilet train in the first place, others may have leaks and accidents months or years after they have successfully toilet trained....
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Intussusception in the Child | Pediatric Surgeon | Dr. Geeta Kekre

Intussusception in the Child

Intussusception is a common condition in childhood wherein the one segment of intestine telescopes into the other. It is most common in the first two years of life but it can affect all paediatric ages. It is a surgical emergency in children, and with timely intervention, the outcomes of treatment c...
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