Adherence to your prescribed medications can be challenging to maintain through busy schedules, illness, and just the general ups and downs of life. Taking your medications as prescribed is one of the critical components to managing your condition(s). With the right strategies in place, you can significantly improve medication adherence and ensure that your treatment […]
Kidney disease affects various parts of the body, and surprisingly, one area that can show signs of the disease is your nails. While it might seem unexpected, changes in nail appearance can often signal underlying health issues, including kidney problems. In this post, we’ll explore what “kidney disease nails” are, the causes behind these changes, […]
Diabetic retinopathy (or diabetic eye disease) affects the blood vessels of the retina, the layer of the eye found at the back of the eyeball. The retina is responsible for converting light entering the eye lens into electrical signals sent through the optic nerve to the brain. The brain in turn creates the images a […]
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects various aspects of the body, including sexual health. High blood sugar levels, over time, can lead to complications that may impact sexual function, libido, and intimacy for both men and women. How diabetes affects sexual health Diabetes can influence sexual health through a combination of physical, hormonal, and […]
Waking up from a nap with a racing heart can be unsettling. While it’s not uncommon to feel slightly disoriented or groggy after a nap, a rapid heartbeat can be alarming, especially if you don’t know why it’s happening. Fortunately, in most cases, a racing heart upon waking is not a cause for immediate concern. […]
Kidney stones are small, hard deposits that form inside the kidneys from minerals and salts. While some people may pass kidney stones without noticing, others experience intense pain that can be debilitating. Understanding how to manage kidney stone pain is crucial for those affected by this condition. What causes kidney stone pain? The pain caused […]
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