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Hair matters, healthy food matters more
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Chennai
I tend to lose a lot of hair during summer and my scalp turns dry too. Is there a summer care routine for hair? Should I use shampoo or go for herbal substitutes?
Vanitha, Pudupet
Washing your hair frequently is important during summer. One can wash the hair every day during this season to ensure it stays healthy. Our scalp tends to get dry during this weather and requires to be nourished adequately in order to avoid dandruff, hair loss etc.Â
Most shampoos contain chemicals, but one can use either homemade shampoo or shikakai , depending on their preference for the same. Â But do not change your shampoo brand frequently. Use one brand for the longest possible time.Â
The reason why we don’t insist on any particular shampoo brand is because the  health of your hair is determined by your diet, and not the hair washing agent, herbal or non-herbal, or shampoo or shikakai .  Just like your body, your hair needs a balanced diet, containing essential nutrients that help maintain a problem-free and healthy hair during any season.Â
Dr Subhashini Mohan, Dermatologist
I am being treated for bladder stones. However, I have read that bladder cancer has symptoms similar to stones. What are the symptoms that one must watch out for?Â
Atiullah, Periamet
It is true that the symptoms are similar for both conditions. The most common symptom is blood in urine, apart from increased frequency of urination and burning sensation while passing urine. One must also understand prolonged bladder stone problems can eventually lead to bladder cancer.Â
Especially for men above 40 -50 years of age, these symptoms mean further investigations need to be carried out. The symptoms are the same for men and women. If the symptoms persist, the person needs to be checked without any delay.Â
Dr. Sivabalan, Senior Assistant Professor in Urology, Madras Medical College
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