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Blood Glucose Test (Fasting)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures blood sugar levels after fasting (not eating or drinking anything except water) for 8–12 hours. A standard blood draw or finger prick is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test. CAUTION: Prolonged fasting may cause mild dizziness in some people.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are consistently high or low, consult your doctor for diabetes screening or management.
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Blood Glucose Test (Postprandial)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures blood sugar exactly 2 hours after starting a meal (postprandial, meaning after eating). A standard blood draw or finger prick is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are higher than the normal range, consult your doctor to check for diabetes or insulin resistance.
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Blood Group and Rh TypingDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Determines your ABO blood group and Rh status (checking for the Rhesus factor, a protein on red blood cells). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
Results are primarily for medical records, pregnancy planning, or before a blood transfusion.
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Blood in StoolA–Z Health · Digestive HealthUrgent information
Recommended Care
Medical Evaluation (Doctor Se Checkup)
Preparation & Use
Do not ignore this symptom. Note the color (bright red or dark) and tell the doctor. Eat high-fiber foods.
Safety & Precautions
CAUTION: This can be a sign of piles or something more serious.
When to See Doctor
IMMEDIATELY: Any amount of blood in stool, especially with pain or dizziness.
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Blood Pressure (High)A–Z Health · Cardiovascular
Recommended Care
Hibiscus Tea (Gudhal Ki Chai)
Preparation & Use
Boil 2 dried hibiscus flowers in 1 cup water for 5 mins. Strain and drink warm once daily.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE supportive care. CAUTION: Do not stop prescribed BP medicines.
When to See Doctor
BP consistently above 140/90, severe headache, or chest pain.
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Blood Pressure (Low)A–Z Health · CardiovascularUrgent information
Recommended Care
Salt Water & Raisins (Namak Paani aur Kishmish)
Preparation & Use
Mix pinch of salt in glass of water and drink. Soak 5-6 raisins overnight and eat in morning.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE for temporary relief. CAUTION: If fainting occurs, lie down immediately.
When to See Doctor
Frequent fainting, blurred vision, or cold/clammy skin.
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Blood Typing and CrossmatchingDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Determines blood type and performs crossmatching (mixing donor and recipient blood in a lab to ensure they are compatible and will not cause a dangerous reaction). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test. Essential before any blood transfusion or surgery.
When to Seek Medical Advice
Results are reviewed by the medical team prior to surgery or transfusion to ensure absolute safety.
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Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures BUN (a waste product filtered by the kidneys). Fasting may be required if done with other kidney tests. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are abnormally high, consult your doctor to check for kidney dysfunction or dehydration.
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Blurred VisionCommon Symptoms · Eye HealthUrgent information
Recommended Care
Eye Rest & Sugar Check
Preparation & Use
Close your eyes and rest for 5 minutes. Look at something far away for 20 seconds. If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar level immediately as high sugar can cause blurriness.
Safety & Precautions
CAUTION: If vision becomes suddenly blurry in one eye, it is an emergency.
When to See Doctor
If the blurriness happens suddenly, is accompanied by a severe headache, or if you have a history of diabetes.
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Blurry Vision After ReadingCommon Symptoms · Eye Health
Recommended Care
Rest Eyes & Checkup
Preparation & Use
Look away from the book/screen every 20 minutes. Get an eye checkup for reading glasses if over 40.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE relief.
When to See Doctor
If blurriness persists even after rest.
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Blurry Vision with DizzinessCommon Symptoms · Neurological
Recommended Care
Sit Down & Check Vitals
Preparation & Use
Sit or lie down immediately to prevent falling. Drink water or have a small sweet snack. Check BP and sugar if possible.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE first aid. CAUTION: Could be low sugar or BP.
When to See Doctor
If symptoms do not improve after resting, or happen frequently.
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Blurry Vision with Eye DischargeCommon Symptoms · Eye Health
Recommended Care
Hygiene & Medical Check
Preparation & Use
Wash hands frequently. Do not share towels. See doctor for antibiotic drops.
Safety & Precautions
CAUTION: Highly contagious.
When to See Doctor
If discharge is yellow/green, or vision is affected.
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Blurry Vision with Eye PainCommon Symptoms · Eye HealthUrgent information
Recommended Care
Immediate Eye Specialist Visit
Preparation & Use
Do not rub eyes. Go to an eye hospital immediately. This could be an emergency.
Safety & Precautions
EMERGENCY: Can cause permanent vision loss.
When to See Doctor
IMMEDIATELY: As soon as symptoms start.
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Blurry Vision with HeadacheCommon Symptoms · Neurological
Recommended Care
Rest in Dark Room & Check BP
Preparation & Use
Lie down in a dark, quiet room. Check your blood pressure. Drink water. Avoid screens.
Safety & Precautions
CAUTION: Could be High BP or Migraine.
When to See Doctor
If headache is severe, sudden, or vision does not improve after rest.
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Body AcheA–Z Health · General Wellness
Recommended Care
Epsom Salt Bath (Epsom Namak Ka Nahana)
Preparation & Use
Add 1 cup Epsom salt to warm bath water. Soak for 15-20 mins. Helps relax muscles.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE for most. CAUTION: Avoid if you have heart problems or low blood pressure.
When to See Doctor
Unexplained severe pain, swelling, redness, or pain after an injury.
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Body AcheCommon Symptoms · General
Recommended Care
Rest & Warm Bath
Preparation & Use
Take a warm bath. Rest completely. Drink plenty of fluids. Take paracetamol if needed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE relief.
When to See Doctor
If body ache is severe, lasts more than 3 days, or has high fever.
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Body Ache with ChillsCommon Symptoms · Infectious
Recommended Care
Warmth & Hydration
Preparation & Use
Cover yourself with a warm blanket. Drink warm fluids like soup or tea. Check your temperature.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE supportive care.
When to See Doctor
If chills are severe, or fever goes above 102°F (38.9°C).
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Body Ache with FeverCommon Symptoms · Infectious
Recommended Care
Rest & Paracetamol
Preparation & Use
Rest completely. Take paracetamol for fever/pain. Drink plenty of fluids. Get blood test if fever lasts >3 days.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE supportive care. CAUTION: Monitor for Dengue signs.
When to See Doctor
If fever is high, persistent, or accompanied by rash/bleeding.
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