Category: Health and Medicine - Page 2
Diabetic Ketoacidosis: Warning Signs and Hospital Treatment
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening diabetic emergency marked by high ketones, acidosis, and dehydration. Recognize early signs like extreme thirst, vomiting, and fruity breath. Hospital treatment requires IV fluids, insulin, and electrolyte correction. Delaying care increases death risk.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Understanding Hormonal Imbalance and Fertility Treatment Options
PCOS is the leading cause of female infertility due to hormonal imbalance. Learn how insulin resistance, high testosterone, and ovulation problems connect-and what treatments actually work, from lifestyle changes to letrozole and IVF.
Addison’s Disease: Understanding Adrenal Insufficiency and Lifelong Steroid Replacement
Addison’s disease is a life-threatening condition caused by adrenal gland failure. Learn how steroid replacement therapy works, why adrenal crises happen, and how to manage this rare disorder safely every day.
Edema in CKD: How Diuretics, Salt Restriction, and Compression Therapy Work Together
Edema in chronic kidney disease is caused by fluid buildup due to impaired kidney function. Learn how diuretics, strict salt restriction, and compression therapy work together to manage swelling safely and effectively.
Diabetic Kidney Disease: How Early Albuminuria Signals Risk and Why Tight Control Saves Kidneys
Diabetic kidney disease often starts with silent albuminuria. Early detection and tight control of blood sugar, blood pressure, and targeted medications can prevent kidney failure. Learn how to act before it's too late.
Sjögren’s Syndrome: What It Is, How It Affects Your Body, and How to Manage It
Sjögren’s Syndrome is an autoimmune disease that attacks moisture-producing glands, causing chronic dry eyes, dry mouth, fatigue, and joint pain. Learn how it’s diagnosed, treated, and why it’s often missed.
Autoimmune Flares: Triggers, Prevention, and Early Intervention
Learn the real triggers behind autoimmune flares, how to prevent them with science-backed strategies, and why early intervention can cut flare duration by over six days. Practical, actionable steps for managing lupus, RA, MS, and more.
Ocular Trauma: Chemical Splashes and Immediate First Aid Steps That Save Vision
Chemical eye injuries can cause permanent vision loss in seconds. Learn the exact first aid steps-flushing for 20 minutes with water-that save sight, what to avoid, and why speed matters more than the type of liquid.
Immunodeficiency Basics: What You Need to Know
Learn the essentials of immunodeficiency, from primary vs secondary types to symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and daily living tips.
Coronary Artery Disease & Erectile Dysfunction: Uncovering the Hidden Link
Explore how coronary artery disease and erectile dysfunction share common causes, risk factors, and treatment options, revealing a hidden vascular connection.