DrBN Kaushal
About Me
DrBN Kaushal
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
ACUTE URINARY TRACT INFECTION (UTI)
A sudden bacterial infection affecting any part of the urinary system including bladder or urethra presents common acute concerns especially among women.
- Symptoms / Causes:
DIABETIC KETOACIDOSIS (DKA)
This acute complication happens mainly in type 1 diabetes when insulin levels are insufficient. It leads to high blood sugar combined with acid accumulation that affects body functions severely.
- Symptoms/causes: Increased thirst, frequent urination, nausea/vomiting, fruity-smelling breath, rapid breathing causing confusion;
- The trigger may be infection, missed insulin doses, or other stresses on the body.
COMMUNITY-ACQUIRED PNEUMONIA
This lung infection occurs outside hospital settings and causes inflammation in one or both lungs. It can range from mild to severe illness requiring urgent care.
- Symptoms/causes: Cough producing phlegm, fever, chills, difficulty breathing; often caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae.
- Diagnosis: Physical exam with listening for abnormal lung sounds plus chest X-ray confirmation; sputum cultures may help identify cause.
- Treatment/management: Appropriate antibiotic therapy based on severity; supportive care includes oxygen supplementation if necessary and adequate rest.
- If untreated/expectations: Early treatment leads to good prognosis but delays can result in serious complications like respiratory failure.
Pneumonia requires careful attention at onset to ensure full recovery without lasting lung damage.
ACUTE GASTROENTERITIS
This condition involves sudden inflammation of the stomach and intestines, resulting in symptoms affecting digestion and hydration status. It often arises due to infections from viruses or bacteria.
- Symptoms/causes: Diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, nausea, sometimes fever; commonly spread via contaminated food or water.
- Diagnosis: Clinical evaluation primarily with history taking; stool tests may be ordered if symptoms persist or worsen.
- Treatment/management: Focus on rehydration with oral fluids/electrolytes; antiemetics and dietary adjustments as needed; antibiotics only if bacterial cause confirmed.
- Expectations: Most recover within a few days with proper fluid intake; watch for signs of dehydration especially in children and elderly.
A timely approach focusing on hydration ensures safe recovery while minimizing complications.
HYPERTENSIVE CRISIS
A hypertensive crisis is an emergency situation when blood pressure rises rapidly and severely. Immediate treatment is required to avoid serious damage to organs like the heart or brain.
- Symptoms/causes: Sudden severe headache, chest pain, shortness of breath, vision changes; often due to untreated or poorly controlled hypertension.
- Diagnosis: Blood pressure measurement showing systolic above 180 mmHg or diastolic above 120 mmHg; evaluation for organ damage through physical exam and tests.
- Treatment/management: Urgent administration of antihypertensive medications in a controlled setting; hospitalization may be necessary.
- What to expect: Blood pressure stabilization and monitoring reduce risk of stroke or heart attack; ongoing management important after initial crisis.
This condition requires prompt medical intervention to prevent life-threatening outcomes.
ACUTE BRONCHITIS
Acute bronchitis is a common respiratory condition characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes. It often develops after a cold or respiratory infection and typically resolves within a few weeks.
- Symptoms/causes: Persistent cough, production of mucus, fatigue, slight fever, and chest discomfort; usually caused by viral infections.
- Diagnosis: Based on clinical examination and patient history; sometimes a chest X-ray is performed to exclude pneumonia.
- Treatment/management: Symptomatic care including rest, fluids, pain relievers, and cough suppressants; antibiotics are rarely needed unless bacterial infection is suspected.
- Expectations: Symptoms generally improve within 2-3 weeks; coughing may last longer but should gradually decrease.
Early recognition and proper supportive care can facilitate complete recovery without complications.