The Painful Reality of Urinary Stones: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Shim Bong-seok, professor of urology at Ewha Womans University Hospital in Seoul There is a urinary disease that causes pain as if you were shot or stabbed with a knife. Not only is the expression cruel, but patients who arrive at the hospital by ambulance literally roll around on the emergency room floor suffering until […]
The Benefits and Precautions of Consuming Lemons
Lemon has many benefits, but there are also precautions when consuming it. Posted on 04/20/2024 at 06:45 Posted on 04/20/2024 at 06:45 Modified on 04/18/2024 at 15:00 Views 8 Lemons contain citric acid, which helps increase citrate levels in the urine. [사진= 게티이미지뱅크]A lemon that has both a sour and bitter flavor and a refreshing […]
The Impact of White Day Treats on Kidney Health: How Sugar-rich Foods Affect Kidneys on World Kidney Day
Along with Valentine’s Day, March 14 is “White Day,” a time when lovers exchange sweet foods like candy and chocolate. However, March 14 is also “World Kidney Day” this year. World Kidney Day, held annually on the second Thursday in March, is a day designated by the World Society of Nephrology and the International Federation […]
Painless hematuria in half a year, flexible ureteroscopy helps end stubborn stones – Free Health Network
Cathay urologist Cai Shuwei simulates the treatment of right renal pelvic stones with flexible ureteroscopy. (Provided by Cathay Hospital) [Reporter Qiu Zhirou/Reporting from Taipei]An 80-year-old uncle has a history of high blood pressure, high blood lipids and stones. He had a stroke and had a cardiac stent installed, and he continued to take anticoagulants regularly. […]
SGLT-2 Inhibitors Reduce Kidney Stone Risk
SGLT-2 inhibitors reduce the risk of kidney stones by 26% compared to DPP-4 inhibitors Posted on 02.07.2024 at 7.00pm Posted on 02.07.2024 at 7.00pm Modified on 02.07.2024 at 3.18pm Views 0 One study found that certain types of type 2 diabetes medications significantly reduce the risk of developing kidney stones. [사진= 게티이미지뱅크]Patients with type 2 […]
SGLT-2 Inhibitors Found to Reduce Risk of Kidney Stones
▲Image source: Getty Image Bank. [메디칼업저버 박선혜 기자] SGLT-2 inhibitors, which were developed as anti-diabetes drugs and have expanded to kidney drugs, are adding benefits to the kidneys as research has shown they can also reduce the risk of kidney stones. As a result of comparing the risk of kidney stones by the antidiabetic agent […]
Extreme Case: Over 300 Kidney Stones Removed from Taiwanese Woman’s Body
Over 300 kidney stones removed from Taiwanese woman’s body Reports from local media, including Taiwan News, have shed light on a troubling medical case in which a young Taiwanese woman had to undergo surgery to remove over 300 kidney stones from her body. The 20-year-old woman, identified as Xiao Yu, had been admitted to Chimei […]
The Ins and Outs of Vitamin Supplements: What You Need to Know
Winter Precautions: Choosing the Right Vitamin Supplements By Xu Yun Photography by Hong Zhifu As Hong Kong prepares for its first winter without masks, health experts are warning of an increased risk of upper respiratory tract diseases and seasonal flu outbreaks. This is particularly concerning for households with elderly individuals and children. Alongside getting flu […]
The Connection Between Lifestyle Habits and Lymphoma: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine as a Treatment Approach
Title: Changing Lifestyles and the Hidden Health Risks: A Closer Look at Lymphoma Subtitle: Understanding the Symptoms, Causative Factors, and Traditional Chinese Medicine’s Approach to Treatment In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the living habits of many individuals. The increasingly popular trend of staying at home during leisure time has led […]
The Risks and Treatment of High Uric Acid in the Blood
Hyperuricemia, or high uric acid in the blood, is a prevalent medical condition. When the uric acid levels exceed the solubility limit of 6.8 mg/dL at 37 degrees Celsius, it is considered hyperuricemia. Having a blood uric acid level above 7 mg/dL increases the risk of developing urate crystal arthritis or gout, as well as […]
