Dr Suranjit Chatterjee is Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi. He has worked in the field of general medicine for over 25 years, treating both communicable and non-communicable diseases.

June 20, 2024 12:48 IST
Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, internal medicine specialist at Apollo Delhi, explains if they can be better than drugs for sleep regulation
Thu, Jun 20, 2024
June 06, 2024 07:18 IST
Low BP can reduce supply of oxygen and nutrients to your brain and essential organs, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, internal medicine expert at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi
Thu, Jun 06, 2024
May 23, 2024 11:14 IST
Internal medicine expert Dr Suranjit Chatterjee on the right healthcare protocol for extreme heat
Thu, May 23, 2024
May 09, 2024 10:55 IST
Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi on the dietary route to lowering cholesterol
Thu, May 09, 2024
April 25, 2024 13:37 IST
What complicates matters is that symptoms may overlap with other diseases and triggers may be unknown, says internal medicine expert Dr Suranjit Chatterjee
Fri, Apr 26, 2024
April 04, 2024 11:28 IST
Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi on the ills of stopping hypertension and other medication
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
March 21, 2024 07:12 IST
Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, on the need for early screening.
Thu, Mar 21, 2024
March 07, 2024 10:31 IST
Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, explains the triggers
Fri, Mar 08, 2024
February 22, 2024 07:03 IST
Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi, explains why the 50-plus must pop the pill
Thu, Feb 22, 2024
February 02, 2024 11:16 IST
Consult a doctor if there’s continuous and unexplained weight loss over six months. If there is a disease, early interventions help, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Fri, Feb 02, 2024
January 18, 2024 11:02 IST
Take the drug precisely as prescribed and finish the entire course, even if symptoms improve before the end, advises Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
Thu, Jan 18, 2024
December 28, 2023 11:30 IST
Don’t set yourself up for heart attack and diabetes when you can prevent them with lifestyle management, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
Thu, Dec 28, 2023
December 07, 2023 11:13 IST
There is low public awareness of what causes its deficiency and what low levels can do to your body, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
November 16, 2023 10:41 IST
How Vitamin C is a key supplement in combating seasonal allergies, explains Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Thu, Nov 16, 2023
November 02, 2023 10:14 IST
With Indians carrying the highest burden of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity, how should they consume meat? Internal medicine expert at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, has some suggestions
Thu, Nov 02, 2023
October 19, 2023 16:52 IST
Their small size allows them to bypass many of the body’s natural defence mechanisms, such as the filtering action of the nose and the mucus lining of the respiratory tract, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Wed, Oct 25, 2023
September 21, 2023 09:00 IST
A deficiency can weaken our immune response systems, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Fri, Sep 22, 2023
September 07, 2023 13:31 IST
Potassium maintains electrolyte balance, regulates blood pressure and keeps the nervous system and muscles going. And it is easy to get it from your diet, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Thu, Sep 07, 2023
August 17, 2023 16:00 IST
It’s important to understand that not all vitamins and minerals should be taken together. Some combinations can lead to decreased absorption or even interfere with each other’s benefits, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Fri, Aug 18, 2023
August 03, 2023 12:41 IST
Since dengue can be controlled with adequate hydration, early diagnosis is necessary. Take the antigen, antibody, CBC and LFT tests. Rush to the hospital if your platelet levels have fallen to 50,000 with bleeding and low blood pressure for prompt management of parameters, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi
Thu, Aug 03, 2023
July 06, 2023 12:44 IST
Iron deficiency can lead to anaemia and often dietary interventions can work to restore normal levels along with supplements. Soaking before cooking can help reduce levels of phytate, a compound that inhibits iron absorption. Tea, coffee, herbal infusions, calcium and phosphate from dairy products can inhibit iron absorption, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
Thu, Jul 06, 2023
June 22, 2023 12:40 IST
The thyroid gland’s behaviour can vary at different stages of life, highlighting the importance of regular check-ups and awareness of potential symptoms, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Thu, Jun 22, 2023
May 11, 2023 13:07 IST
For people who have fatty liver disease as a result of alcohol consumption, the most effective treatment is to stop drinking alcohol. It is important to seek medical advice before stopping excessive alcohol consumption because withdrawal symptoms can be severe and potentially life-threatening, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Thu, May 11, 2023
April 27, 2023 13:14 IST
A recent study found that 75 per cent Indians are dehydrated to some degree. Do not get tempted by artificial juices and fizzy drinks in summer, sip small amounts of water through the day instead, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Fri, Apr 28, 2023
April 06, 2023 15:00 IST
By reducing the incidence of pneumonia and influenza, vaccination can help prevent the development of complications that could weaken the immune system and make patients more susceptible to other infections, says Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
Thu, Apr 06, 2023

