Susha Cheriyedath

Feature Writer

B.Sc Chemistry, M.Sc. Biochemistry

Susha is a scientific communication professional holding a Master's degree in Biochemistry, with expertise in Microbiology, Physiology, Biotechnology, and Nutrition. After a two-year tenure as a lecturer from 2000 to 2002, where she mentored undergraduates studying Biochemistry, she transitioned into editorial roles within scientific publishing. She has accumulated nearly two decades of experience in medical communication, assuming diverse roles in research, writing, editing, and editorial management.

Passionate about health and nutrition, Susha is interested in various diet types, such as veganism, and their impact on the body and metabolism. She remains dedicated to staying current with the latest developments in the medical and health science fields. In her leisure time, she engages in gardening, cooking/baking, and sketching/painting. When not immersed in work, she can often be found tending to her garden (weather permitting) or engrossed in her sketching and painting projects.

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Articles from Susha

Types of Autologous (Flap) Breast Reconstruction

Autologous breast reconstruction techniques are classified into different types based on the composition of flaps and the source of the tissue.

11 Oct 2016

HIV-1 versus HIV-2: What’s the Difference?

The human immunodeficiency virus is classified into two main types: HIV-1 and HIV-2. HIV-1 was discovered first and is more prevalent worldwide, while HIV-2 is less pathogenic and is mostly confined to West Africa. So when we generally say HIV, we are referring to HIV-1. The fundamental differences between HIV-1 and HIV-2 infections lie in the mechanism of retroviral pathogenesis, which is not fully clear yet.

22 Aug 2016

Atypical Hyperplasia - Ductal and Lobular

Atypical hyperplasia is a term which refers to an accumulation of abnormal cells in the breast tissue. It is not cancer, but can be a pre-cancerous condition where the abnormal cells causing hyperplasia keep dividing in an uncontrolled manner. It may lead to non-invasive or invasive breast cancer in the long term.

19 Aug 2016

Axilla - Anatomy

The axilla is the space in the interval marking the junction of the upper arm and the chest wall. It is a key area because many important neurovascular structures pass through it. It is pyramidal in shape.

19 Aug 2016

Support for Selective Mutism

Selective mutism has garnered a lot of attention as a childhood disorder that can have significant repercussions on the children and their families. Children with selective mutism need the help of a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals that includes a pediatrician, child psychologist or psychiatrist, and a speech – language therapist. The school and family of the affected child should work closely with the health care team for the treatment to be effective.

19 Aug 2016

Behavioral Therapy for Selective Mutism

Treatment of selective mutism mainly involves behavioral therapy. Affected children need the help of a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals that includes a pediatrician, child psychologist or psychiatrist, and a speech- language pathologist (SLP).

19 Aug 2016

Selective Mutism Prognosis

With early and appropriate treatment, selective mutism can be successfully treated. Prognosis is excellent in children and adolescents who receive timely treatment for the disorder. However, in the absence of medical intervention, the condition will persist and get complicated as affected children get older.

19 Aug 2016

Causes and Risk Factors for Selective Mutism

There are several risk factors for selective mutism, all of which play a key role in the development of the disorder. These factors include a family history of anxiety, speech issues, language problems, and a tendency to avoid unfamiliar settings. There is no evidence that abuse or neglect can cause selective mutism in children or adolescents.

19 Aug 2016

Diagnosing Selective Mutism

Diagnosis of selective mutism is mostly on the basis of the patient’s clinical history. A speech-language pathologist (SLP) plays a key role in the diagnosis of the condition.

19 Aug 2016

Selective Mutism Anxiety Disorder

Selective mutism is an anxiety disorder primarily affecting children. It is characterized by the inability of the child to speak in select situations, while being talkative otherwise. It was earlier called elective mutism.

19 Aug 2016