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Sailaxmi Chennuru

Sailaxmi Chennuru, has been a Health Products For You contributor since 2017. A business management graduate, the study of anatomy has always been of interest to her.

After working as a medical transcriptionist for several years, she developed a keen interest in writing health-related articles. Her passions revolve around health, fitness, and wellness. She firmly believes that leading a holistic lifestyle and making healthy choices not only heals the body but the mind and soul as well.

She is an avid traveler and loves exploring the world around her and immersing herself in the cultures and native cuisines of the destinations she travels to.

Post Mastectomy

Preparing For Mastectomy: A Pre-mastectomy Checklist

Sailaxmi Chennuru Aug 19, 2021

Before going under mastectomy surgery, a woman needs to be ready psychologically, physically, and financially. At Health Products For You, we are with you to ease your journey from mastectomy surgery to healing.

Making A Difference

Preparing for Warmer Weather

Sailaxmi Chennuru Mar 11, 2022

Despite extreme temperatures, you can stay safe and enjoy the outdoors in the summer months. Health Products For You can help you keep your cool in hot weather.

Enteral Feeding Tubes

Enteral Feeding Guide - How to Tube Feed a Patient?

Sailaxmi Chennuru Mar 17, 2022

Are you feeling overwhelmed to administer meals to your loved one through a feeding tube? HPFY has the guidance you need on how to tube feed patients easily.

Wheelchair Cushions

How to Choose the Best Foam Cushions

Sailaxmi Chennuru Jul 28, 2022

Foam cushions are comfortable, inexpensive & offer optimal support for the wheelchair user. Learn how to choose the right wheelchair foam seat cushions @ HPFY.

Mental Well Being

SAD- A Guide to Seasonal Affective Disorder

Sailaxmi Chennuru Sep 15, 2022

SAD is much more than the winter blues. About 5% of the US population experience seasonal affective disorder every year. SAD or seasonal depression can interfere with the ability to function daily, and may impact everything from relationships to work and more.

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Awareness Month - What You Should Know

Sailaxmi Chennuru Sep 22, 2022

Breast cancer awareness month spreads awareness among people about early detection. Learn about the symptoms, risk factors & prevention of breast cancer at HPFY.

Pregnancy Care

How Long Does Postpartum Depression Last?

Sailaxmi Chennuru Sep 29, 2022

Postpartum depression is a type of depression that may start after childbirth. Do you worry, how long does postpartum depression last? Learn with HPFY.

Wound Management

Tunneling Wound: Causes and Treatment

Sailaxmi Chennuru Oct 22, 2022

The tunneling wound got its name from the tunnels or channels that extend from the wound into or through subcutaneous tissue or muscle. Tunnels may be short, long, or even split into multiple tunnels. Sometimes these tunnels take twists or turns that can make wound care complicated.

Health Care for Women

Menopause Management: 7 Natural Menopause Treatments That Really Work!

Sailaxmi Chennuru Nov 03, 2022

Different treatments for menopausal symptoms, including hormone replacement therapy and low-dose antidepressants, may have negative side effects. So many women look for safe and natural ways to relieve menopause symptoms. Find 7 natural menopause treatments that really work.

Urinary Tract Infection

Obstructive Uropathy -Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment

Sailaxmi Chennuru Nov 26, 2022

Obstructive uropathy is a condition when the urine flow from the kidneys is blocked by an obstruction anywhere along the urinary tract. The urinary tract system consists of kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra which are all involved in the excretion of urine from the body. A blockage along this system can cause urine to backward into your kidneys. This backflow of urine causes swelling of the kidneys which is known as hydronephrosis.

Ostomy Guide

Ileostomy vs Colostomy: What Is The Difference?

Sailaxmi Chennuru Dec 05, 2022

Both ileostomy and colostomy are bowel diversion surgeries in which a doctor creates an opening in the abdominal skin to allow waste products to leave the body, bypassing the damaged area of the intestine. Both of these procedures are forms of ostomy surgery and may seem similar, but they are quite different. The part of the intestine that is used to divert the passage of stool in each procedure is a major difference.