Sunbathing and vitamin D
...skin, an early form of vitamin D is made. This chemical travels to your kidneys via the liver, where it’s processed into active vitamin D. It’s now ready for your...
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What is Hypertensive Retinopathy?
...such as: * Diabetes * Kidney disease * Pregnancy (preeclampsia) **Q: What are the symptoms of hypertensive retinopathy?** **A:** In the early stages, hypertensive retinopathy may not cause any noticeable...
What is Hyperthyroidism?
...2016. Accessed May 9, 2018. ↩ National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. “Thyroid Disease & Pregnancy.” December, 2017. Accessed May 1, 2018. ↩ British Thyroid Foundation. “Thyroid...
Hydration
...* Optimal fluid sources * Dehydration * Fluid replacement * Electrolyte balance * Water retention * Hyponatremia * Hypernatremia * Exercise-induced dehydration * Heat-related illness * Kidney function * Cellular...
Gout attack
...* Underlying medical conditions (e.g., kidney disease) **Management:** * Pain relievers (NSAIDs or corticosteroids) * Colchicine medication to reduce inflammation * Treatment of underlying medical conditions * Lifestyle modifications (e.g.,...
Uric acid
...drugs (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids can reduce pain and inflammation associated with gout attacks. **Importance of Proper Management** * Uncontrolled gout can lead to chronic joint damage, kidney stones, and cardiovascular...
Percutaneous coronary intervention
...site. In rare cases, PCI can cause serious complications such as heart attack, stroke, or kidney failure. The benefits of PCI include relief of angina, improved exercise tolerance, and reduced...
Wilkie’s Syndrome
...(the collecting basin in the kidney). This condition can lead to duodenal obstruction, resulting in abdominal pain, vomiting, and other gastrointestinal symptoms. **Etiology and Epidemiology:** The exact cause of Wilkie’s...
Abdominal Pain
...* Kidney stones * Gallstones * Appendicitis * Diverticulitis **Symptoms:** Abdominal pain can manifest in different ways, such as: * Cramps * Aching * Sharp or stabbing pain * Gas...
weight-related health risks
...Various types linked to obesity, including colon, breast, pancreas, and kidney cancers, as well as an increased risk of cancer mortality. 4. **Respiratory Obstructive Sleep Apnea**: Severe sleep disruptions due...