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Festivals, travel diaries, tributes and reflections from Dr. Tank. 204 articles.

204 articles Doctor reviewed Updated Jul 2026
Diverticulitis and Small Bowel Obstruction: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Diverticulitis and Small Bowel Obstruction: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Diverticulitis is a condition that involves the inflammation o…

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Small Bowel Obstruction

Introduction: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Small Bowel Obstruction. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) encompasses conditions like Crohn’s dise…

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Small Bowel Volvulus: Risk Factors & Treatment.

Small Bowel Volvulus: Risk Factors & Treatment. Small bowel volvulus (SBV) is a twisting of the small intestine. This can block the flow of blood and…

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Adhesions and Small Bowel Obstruction:Risk Factors and Treatment

Adhesions and Small Bowel Obstruction:Risk Factors and Treatment. Adhesions are fibrous bands of tissue that can form between organs and tissues with…

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Internal Hernia: Types & Treatment.

Internal Hernia: Types & Treatment. An internal hernia is a type of hernia that occurs inside the abdomen. It is caused when a loop of intestine prot…

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Hernia & Small Bowel Obstruction; Treatment & Prevention.

Hernia & Small Bowel Obstruction; Treatment & Prevention. A hernia is a condition in which part of an organ or tissue protrudes through a weakened ar…

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Festival Ten learning from Ram, Ravan, Hanumam of Epic Ramayan

Ten learning from Ram, Ravan, Hanumam of Epic Ramayan: The epic Ramayana, a timeless Hindu scripture, imparts numerous life lessons through its centr…

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Small Bowel Obstruction: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment.

Introduction: Small Bowel Obstruction Causes, Symptoms & Treatment. Small bowel obstruction (SBO) can be caused by various factors that obstruct the …

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Festival Garba Dance of Gujarat: A Celebration of Life and Divinity during Navratri

Garba Dance of Gujarat: A Celebration of Life and Divinity during Navratri. Garba is a traditional folk dance that originated in the state of Gujarat…

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Festival Sacred Colour of 9 Goddess of Navratri.

Sacred Colour of 9 Goddess of Navratri. Navratri, a celebration of divine feminine energy, unfolds over nine days, each dedicated to a unique Goddess…

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Festival Jai Ambe Gauri Aarti Hindi & Gujarati

जय अम्बे गौरी, मैया जय श्यामा गौरी । तुमको निशदिन ध्यावत, हरि ब्रह्मा शिवरी ॥ ॐ जय अम्बे गौरी..॥ मांग सिंदूर विराजत, टीको मृगमद को । उज्ज्वल से दोउ न…

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Festival 9th Navratri Worship: Siddhidatri – The Bestower of Siddhis

9th Navratri Worship: Siddhidatri – The Bestower of Siddhis. Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga, is revered as the Bestower of Siddhis, enc…

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Festival 8th Day Navratri Worship: Mahagauri – The Fair Goddess

8th Day Navratri Worship: Mahagauri – The Fair Goddess. In the realm of Hindu mythology, Mahagauri, the Fair Goddess, stands as a symbol of purity, g…

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Festival 7th Day Navratri Worship: Kalaratri Goddess

7th Day Navratri Worship: Kalaratri Goddess. In the cosmic dance of Navratri, each night unfolds a different facet of the divine feminine energy. Amo…

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Festival 6th Day Navratri Worship: Katyayani – The Warrior Goddess

6th Day Navratri Worship: Katyayani – The Warrior Goddess. Katyayani, the Warrior Goddess, holds a significant place in Hindu mythology and is revere…

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Festival 5th Day Navratri Worship: Skandamata – The Mother of Skanda (Kartikeya): Unveiling the Divine Maternal Power

5th Day Navratri Worship: Skandamata – The Mother of Skanda (Kartikeya): Unveiling the Divine Maternal Power. Skandamata, revered as the Mother of Sk…

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Festival 4th Day Navratri: Worship Kushmanda – The Cosmic Creator

4th Day Navratri: Worship Kushmanda – The Cosmic Creator. In the cosmic tapestry of Hindu mythology, one encounters the radiant and powerful deity kn…

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Festival 3rd Day Navratri Worship: Chandraghanta – The Radiant Goddess

3rd Day Navratri Worship: Chandraghanta – The Radiant Goddess. In the mesmerizing tapestry of Navratri, Chandraghanta emerges as the radiant goddess,…

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Festival 2nd Day Navratri: Worship Brahmacharini – The Ascetic Goddess:

2nd Day Navratri: Worship Brahmacharini – The Ascetic Goddess:In the divine tapestry of Navratri, the second day is dedicated to Brahmacharini, the e…

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Festival 1st Day Navratri Worship: Shailputri

hailputri: The Inaugural Elegance of Navratri Worship On the auspicious first day of Navratri, devotees invoke the divine energy of Shailputri, the D…

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Festival Navratri Celebration; History, Significance

Navratri Celebration; History, Significance. Navratri, a celestial dance of devotion, transcends beyond the beats of Garba and the hues of Dandiya, d…

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Day Celebration World Anaesthesia Day: History & Significance

World Anaesthesia Day: History & Significance. World Anaesthesia Day, observed annually on October 16th, stands as a tribute to a medical marvel that…

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Day Celebration A Surgeon’s Ode to the Anaesthetist on the Occasion of World Anaesthesia Day 16th October 2023

Anaesthetists, the unsung heroes of the surgical realm, hold a special place in my heart. As a surgeon, I’ve witnessed their unparalleled dedication …

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Link Between Diabetes and Diarrhea

Link Between Diabetes and Diarrhea. In the realm of health, the intricate connection between diabetes and diarrhea cannot be overlooked. Diabetes, a …

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