Hyderabad, Jan 12: Doctors at CARE Hospitals have reported a noticeable increase in patients seeking treatment for heart-related complaints, liver stress and metabolic disorders in the week following year-end celebrations. With major festivals such as Sankranti and Pongal, followed closely by the Republic Day long weekend, medical experts caution that prolonged and back-to-back festivities can have a cumulative impact on health.
Dr Syed Mustafa Ashraf, Senior Consultant – General Medicine, CARE Hospitals, Malakpet, Hyderabad
Physicians say outpatient visits for lifestyle-related issues tend to rise during the first few weeks of January, as the effects of excessive eating, alcohol consumption, irregular sleep and reduced physical activity begin to surface.
Dr Dr. Syed Mustafa Ashraf, Senior Consultant – General Medicine, CARE Hospitals, Malakpet, Hyderabad, said,
“After extended festive periods, many patients present with fatigue, acidity, uncontrolled blood sugar levels, elevated blood pressure and breathlessness. When celebrations continue without a break, the body does not get sufficient time to recover, increasing the risk of complications, particularly in people with diabetes, hypertension or obesity.”
High salt intake, dehydration, alcohol and sleep deprivation significantly increase stress on the heart. We often see such cases rise after festivals, and the risk becomes higher when celebrations extend over multiple occasions.
Highlighting the impact on digestive and liver health, Dr Dr. Karthikeya Raman Reddy, Senior Gastroenterologist, CARE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, said,
“The liver is among the most affected organs during festive indulgence. Repeated consumption of alcohol and rich foods can worsen fatty liver disease, gastritis and other digestive disorders. Many patients seek medical attention only when symptoms persist well beyond the festive season.”
Doctors at CARE Hospitals advise people to approach the upcoming festive period with moderation, gradually return to routine eating habits, stay adequately hydrated, maintain some level of physical activity and monitor key health indicators such as blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Individuals experiencing persistent symptoms are encouraged to seek timely medical consultation rather than dismissing them as post-festival fatigue.
CARE Hospitals continues to focus on preventive healthcare and early intervention, emphasizing the importance of balanced celebrations and prompt medical attention to avoid long-term health complications.