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Kizhakkepainummoodu Easo Mathai, better known by his pen name Parappurath, was an Indian novelist, short story writer and screenwriter who wrote in the Malayalam language. His body of work comprises 20 novels, 14 short story anthologies and 15 screenplays.
The Golden Temple, Sri Harimandir Sahib is not only a central religious place of the Sikhs, but also a symbol of human brotherhood and equality.
Ramapurathu Warrier is considered to be the pioneer of the "Vanchippattu" or Boat song form of poetry in Malayalam language. Vanchippattu is a poetic form of folk origin composed entirely in the Dravidian metre nathonnata. He was born in the year 1703 at Kottayam District, Kerala.
Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai was an Indian physicist and astronomer who initiated space research and helped to develop nuclear power in India. He was honoured with Padma Bhushan in 1966 and the Padma Vibhushan in 1972.
A condition in which bones become weak and brittle.The body constantly absorbs and replaces bone tissue. With osteoporosis, new bone creation doesn't keep up with old bone removal.Many people have no symptoms until they have a bone fracture.Treatment includes medication, a healthy diet and weight-bearing exercise to help prevent bone loss or strengthen already weak bones.
A cancer of the lymphatic system.The lymphatic system is the body's disease-fighting network. It includes the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland and bone marrow. The main types of lymphoma are Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.Symptoms include enlarged lymph nodes, fatigue and weight loss.Treatment may involve chemotherapy, medication, radiation therapy and rarely stem-cell transplant.
An immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye.Over time, the immune reaction to eating gluten creates inflammation that damages the small intestine's lining, leading to medical complications. It also prevents absorption of some nutrients (malabsorption).The classic symptom is diarrhoea. Other symptoms include bloating, wind, fatigue, low blood count (anaemia) and osteoporosis. Many people have no symptoms.The mainstay of treatment is a strict gluten-free diet that can help manage symptoms and promote intestinal healing.
WARTS,A small, fleshy bump on the skin or mucous membrane caused by human papillomavirus.Warts are caused by various strains of human papillomaviruses. Different strains may cause warts in different parts of the body. Warts can be spread from one location on the body to another or from person to person by contact with the wart.The main symptom is a fleshy, painless growth on the skin. Common areas affected include the hands, feet and genitals.Treatment may include topical medication and removal through medical procedures.
A disease that causes the loss of skin colour in blotches.Vitiligo occurs when pigment-producing cells die or stop functioning.Loss of skin colour can affect any part of the body, including the mouth, hair and eyes. It may be more noticeable in people with darker skin.Treatment may improve the appearance of the skin but doesn't cure the disease.
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