Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health concern worldwide, affecting millions of people every year. Your kidneys are the two bean-shaped organs that filter extra water and waste products
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Sometimes, it’s hard to tell when a sudden medical issue warrants a trip to the doctor. Take the occasional gastrointestinal (GI) problem, for example. At some point, we all experience
Read MorePhysical Therapy and Exercise for Rheumatism: Building Strength and Mobility
Ask anyone who has it, and they’ll tell you that rheumatoid arthritis (RA), or simply rheumatism, is not only a painful condition, but a potentially debilitating one, as well. The disease occurs
Read MoreKidney Health 101: Understanding the Role of Nephrologists in Your Wellbeing
Just how vital a role does kidney function play in your overall health? Well, for one thing, your kidneys filter waste and excess fluids from your blood. They also help
Read MoreHormones and Your Health: A Comprehensive Overview of Endocrine System Function
Growing up, you might have heard the expression “raging hormones” in reference to puberty. As an adult, you may have had some experience with hormones in terms of their effect
Read MoreWhen to Consult a GI Specialist: Recognizing Symptoms to Require Expert Evaluation
From time to time, we all have digestive issues such as an upset stomach or a change in bowel movements. However, when these concerns become more frequent or noticeably painful, they warrant
Read MoreKidney Health and Nutrition: Dietary Advice and Guidelines From Nephrologists
To say that your kidneys are important is a bit of an understatement. These two small but intricate parts of your anatomy act as a filter system for your body,
Read MoreGastrointestinal Cancer: Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches by GI Specialists
It is estimated that there are nearly five million new cases of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers worldwide per year, accounting for approximately 26 percent of global cancer and 35 percent of all cancer-related
Read MoreThyroid Disorders: Insights From Endocrinologists on Diagnosis and Management
Your thyroid – a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck – plays a critical role in many different systems throughout your body. It releases and controls specific
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