DR T P S Lamba
About Me
DR T P S Lamba
MBBS
General Physician
10 Years Experience
Biography
My Clinic
OPD Hours
| Monday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Thursday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Friday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Saturday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Sunday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM |
Treatments
Specialised care and treatments offered
ANEMIA EVALUATION
Anemia occurs when your body lacks enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen. Early evaluation helps determine underlying causes to guide effective treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Common causes: Nutritional deficiencies (iron, vitamin B12), chronic diseases, bleeding disorders often lead to anemia development.
- Diagnostic process: Blood tests including complete blood count (CBC) help assess red cell levels alongside specific markers such as serum ferritin.
- Management plans: Depending on cause - iron supplementation/dietary changes/vitamin injections or addressing any underlying illness can restore normal levels.
- Patient outlook: Most anemias respond well once properly diagnosed ensuring restored vitality and symptom relief.
Routine evaluation of anemia symptoms like fatigue or pallor ensures prompt treatment preventing complications linked with prolonged oxygen deprivation.
CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD) MONITORING
COPD comprises progressive lung diseases that cause airflow blockage. Monitoring this condition helps manage symptoms effectively and limits disease progression with appropriate care plans.
- Main causes & symptoms: Primarily caused by smoking; symptoms include chronic cough, breathlessness on exertion, sputum production, frequent respiratory infections.
- Diagnostic tools used: Spirometry tests evaluate lung function along with chest imaging if needed for comprehensive assessment.
- Treatment strategies: Smoking cessation support is critical; bronchodilators, inhaled steroids, pulmonary rehabilitation may be recommended based on severity level identified during follow-up visits.
- Expected outcomes: With ongoing management symptom flare-ups decrease improving quality of life even though COPD remains a chronic disease needing lifelong attention.
Regular COPD monitoring enables individualized treatment adjustments helping patients maintain better respiratory function over time.
ROUTINE HEALTH CHECKUP
A comprehensive health checkup helps detect potential health issues before symptoms develop. Regular screenings contribute significantly to maintaining good health status over time.
- Screens included: Blood pressure measurement, blood sugar levels, cholesterol profile, BMI assessment, and sometimes ECG or chest X-ray depending on patient risk factors.
- Purpose of assessments: Identify risk factors early to provide guidance on lifestyle changes or treatments needed for prevention of chronic diseases.
- The frequency recommendation: Generally advised annually or biennially depending on age and prior medical history.
- Your role in prevention: Engaging actively by understanding results and adhering to medical advice can enhance outcomes significantly.
This proactive approach supports better long-term health by enabling timely interventions when abnormalities are detected at an early stage.
SEASONAL INFLUENZA VACCINATION
The influenza vaccine offers protection against the flu virus strains expected each season. Receiving this vaccination is an effective way to reduce illness risk during flu season.
- The importance of vaccination: It lowers chances of contracting influenza and decreases severity if infection occurs.
- Candidates for vaccination: Recommended annually for all adults, especially those with chronic illnesses or weakened immunity.
- Procedure details: A simple injection administered in the upper arm muscle; side effects are typically mild and temporary.
- Efficacy considerations: Vaccine effectiveness varies but generally provides substantial protection throughout the flu season after about two weeks post-vaccination.
Getting vaccinated every year remains a key preventive measure to safeguard individual and public health from seasonal influenza outbreaks.
TYPE 2 DIABETES SCREENING
Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood sugar levels due to insulin resistance. Early detection through screening helps prevent serious complications.
- Risk factors: Include family history, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and advancing age.
- Screening methods: Fasting blood glucose tests, HbA1c measurements, or oral glucose tolerance tests are commonly used to identify prediabetes or diabetes.
- Treatment approach: Lifestyle interventions such as dietary changes and increased physical activity form the cornerstone; medications may be introduced based on severity.
- Lifestyle impact: Maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise improves insulin sensitivity and glycemic control.
Regular screening allows for timely intervention which can delay or prevent progression of type 2 diabetes and its associated complications.
HYPERTENSION MANAGEMENT
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common but serious condition that can lead to heart disease and stroke if left untreated. Understanding and managing this condition is crucial for long-term health.
- Symptoms and causes: Often called the 'silent killer' because it may not show symptoms until complications arise; causes include genetics, obesity, high salt intake, and stress.
- Diagnosis: Regular blood pressure monitoring using a sphygmomanometer during clinic visits or at home helps detect elevated levels.
- Treatment options: Lifestyle modifications such as diet changes, exercise, weight control, along with prescribed antihypertensive medications tailored to the patient's needs.
- Management expectations: Consistent monitoring is essential; most patients achieve control with combined lifestyle and medication adherence.
Effective management of hypertension significantly reduces risks of cardiovascular events and promotes overall well-being through sustained control.