Rare Disease
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Understanding rare diseases in children: Importance of early diagnosis and treatment
Health | Feb 28, 2026, 09:42 AM ISTEarly diagnosis of rare diseases in children can significantly improve treatment outcomes and quality of life. Learn symptoms, challenges, and why early detection is crucial for managing pediatric rare disorders.
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World Haemophilia Day 2025: Know causes, symptoms and preventive measures of genetic blood disorder
Health | Apr 17, 2025, 07:41 AM ISTLearn about haemophilia, a genetic blood disorder, on World Haemophilia Day 2025. Know its causes, symptoms, and preventive measures. Understand how to manage and support those affected by this condition.
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ChatGPT helps woman diagnose 4-year-old son's rare disease after 17 doctors failed
Trending | Apr 16, 2025, 02:00 PM ISTKnow how ChatGPT helped a mother diagnose her 4-year-old son's rare disease after 17 doctors couldn't. Learn about this groundbreaking case and the potential of AI in healthcare.
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Aplastic Anaemia Awareness Day 2024: Signs and symptoms of aplastic anaemia
Health | Mar 04, 2024, 01:39 PM ISTLearn about the signs and symptoms of aplastic anaemia on Aplastic Anaemia Awareness Day 2024. Recognise early indicators to seek timely medical intervention.
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Why do we observe Rare Disease Day on February 29? Know significance, theme and importance
Health | Feb 29, 2024, 07:02 AM ISTCelebrated on Feb 29th, Rare Disease Day raises awareness for the 300 million globally affected. This symbolic date highlights the uncommonness of these diseases and unites the community for better diagnoses, treatments, and support.
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Rare Disease Day 2024: Achalasia Cardia to AIDP, 10 rare diseases in India
Health | Feb 28, 2024, 02:54 PM ISTOn this Rare Disease Day 2024, let us come together as a community to raise awareness and support for those living with rare diseases. By shedding light on these often overlooked conditions, we can help create a more understanding and inclusive society for all individuals.
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Cystic Fibrosis to Galactosemia, know ways to manage rare diseases in newborns
Health | Feb 26, 2024, 04:14 PM ISTOptimism, understanding, and collaborative thinking are essential for navigating complex diseases and situations. By permitting early evaluation and diagnosis, parents may get ideal results even after the vacation has concluded.
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What are botflies, how it can infect humans | Explained
India | Feb 22, 2022, 04:39 PM ISTThe surgeons had to perform a surgery which involved removal of 3 live botflies which were almost 2 cm in size from her eye, all without anaesthesia.
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7-year-old Mahi appeals PM Modi for treatment of rare genetic disorder that costs 2.5 crore
India | Aug 21, 2021, 01:15 PM ISTMahi has been diagnosed with Morquio syndrome (MPS) IVA, a rare genetic disorder that can lead to severe short stature, progressive deformity of the spine, among other complications.
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Maharashtra: Toddler having genetic disorder gets Rs 16 crore injection free from US firm
India | Aug 03, 2021, 11:35 AM ISTShivraj, born on August 8, 2019, is suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic disorder.
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In rare disorder, 12-year-old's tongue turns bright yellow; EpsteinBarr virus diagnosed
World | Jul 25, 2021, 10:58 AM ISTThe boy's treatment involved blood transfusion and the use of oral steroids for seven weeks to reduce immune system activity.
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US: Rare case of Monkeypox virus detected in Texas resident who traveled from Nigeria
World | Jul 17, 2021, 01:44 PM ISTThe individual travelled from Lagos, Nigeria, to Dallas with a layover stop in Atlanta, and health officials are working to contact airline passengers and others who may have had contact with the infected individual.
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Know what diseases fall under Rare Diseases category
Health | Mar 18, 2021, 07:04 PM ISTAs the name suggests Rare Diseases are those that are less in occurrence than compared to other diseases in any country. Globally there are around 7000 plus Rare Diseases. In general, Rare Diseases are categorized into treatable and non-treatable.
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Kolkata woman complains of severe abdominal pain, doctors find out she is a 'man'
India | Jun 26, 2020, 12:26 PM ISTSurprisingly, her 28-year-old sister, who underwent necessary tests following the revelation, was also diagnosed with ''Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome'' -- a condition in which a person is born genetically male, but has all physical traits of a woman.
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20-year-old Indian girl diagnosed with rare disease in UAE
World | Sep 21, 2019, 02:57 PM ISTNeethu was referred to the Sheikh Khalifa Hospital in Abu Dhabi as her condition worsened. By March 27, Neethu was on the ventilator and has been there ever since.
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Deep sleep can result in death of this 6-month-old baby as he suffers from rare respiratory disease
India | Jan 22, 2019, 07:14 PM ISTYatharth suffers from a rare disease - Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CHS) or Ondine’s curse. It is a respiratory disorder that results in respiratory arrest during sleep.
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Rare Nipah virus kills 6 in Kerala, Centre rushes NCDC team; health department on high alert
India | May 21, 2018, 06:04 PM IST"The mortality rate is reportedly 70 per cent. The spread of the disease needs to be contained," a senior official said.
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Irrfan Khan suffering from Neuroendocrine Tumour: All you need to know about the rare disease
Health | Mar 16, 2018, 04:18 PM ISTHere’s everything you should know about the rare disease Neuroendocrine Tumour that Irrfan Khan is suffering from.
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Aaj Ka Viral: Irrfan Khan battling a 'rare disease': All you need to know
News | Mar 08, 2018, 10:29 PM IST