You’re walking out of the doctor’s office with a stage one chronic kidney disease (CKD) diagnosis. Your mind starts to spiral with questions: Will it get worse? What changes do I need to make right now? What will my life look like with CKD? While you might not feel physically different, knowing that something could… Continue reading Does Stage 1 CKD Always Get Worse? Handling Health Anxiety
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Living with a health condition? On the PatientsLikeMe blog, find helpful health information and patient stories about being diagnosed, trying different treatments, and living day-to-day with a chronic condition.
Imposter Syndrome With Weight Loss: You Didn’t Take The Easy Way Out
Obesity affects about 42% of all U.S. adults, according to the CDC. However, a Pew Research Center survey found that about 65% of Americans think that willpower alone is not enough to lose weight. Since hitting the market in 2017 as a treatment for type 2 diabetes, semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic, Rybelsus, and… Continue reading Imposter Syndrome With Weight Loss: You Didn’t Take The Easy Way Out
Blood Pressure Changes on 10 Popular GLP-1s and What To Expect
Are you taking a GLP-1 medication to lower your blood sugar levels or lose weight? These drugs are fantastic at helping people in both areas. That is a primary reason why they have taken the medical world by storm over the past few years! As weight and high blood sugar becomes more and more of… Continue reading Blood Pressure Changes on 10 Popular GLP-1s and What To Expect
How Sleep Affects Weight Loss: Four Ways Better Rest Leads to Results
Have you been struggling to lose weight lately? How you sleep might be the missing piece of the puzzle. Most people trying to lose weight focus on diet and exercise, but they can overlook the importance of getting enough rest. Sleep is key to everything our body does. For weight loss, sleep helps with controlling… Continue reading How Sleep Affects Weight Loss: Four Ways Better Rest Leads to Results
Why Your Kidneys Might Be Behind Your Sleep Troubles
Sleep is super important for our overall well-being and it impacts everything from how we think and feel to our physical health. But many of us have trouble getting a good night’s rest, which can lead to various health problems. One thing that often gets overlooked when it comes to sleep issues is kidney health.… Continue reading Why Your Kidneys Might Be Behind Your Sleep Troubles
Signs Weight Loss Plateau Is Actually Anxiety Related
Most people, when they are trying to lose weight, end up hitting a wall. These are called “weight plateaus,” and they can be incredibly frustrating! Even when you feel like you are doing everything right, you may find that your weight is still not dropping. While these can sometimes be attributed to diet or exercise… Continue reading Signs Weight Loss Plateau Is Actually Anxiety Related
Can Gut Bacteria Predict MS Severity? A New Study
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects nearly 2.9 million people worldwide. In MS, the body’s immune system attacks the central nervous system, leading to a wide range of symptoms. Scientists are constantly looking for ways to better understand MS and predict its progression. A recent study suggests that the balance of certain… Continue reading Can Gut Bacteria Predict MS Severity? A New Study
Primary Glomerular Rare Kidney Disease (RKD) vs Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Differences, Symptoms and Treatment
When we talk about kidney disease, chronic kidney disease (CKD) often dominates the conversation. However, there’s another category of kidney conditions that affects thousands of people worldwide yet receives far less attention: primary glomerular rare kidney diseases (RKD). These conditions present unique challenges for patients and healthcare providers alike, requiring specialized approaches to diagnosis and… Continue reading Primary Glomerular Rare Kidney Disease (RKD) vs Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Differences, Symptoms and Treatment
Can Improving Kidney Function Help Your Heart?
When it comes to maintaining a healthy body, the kidneys and the heart play critical roles in overall well-being. Often, these two organs work behind the scenes to regulate essential bodily functions, like fluid balance, blood pressure, and waste removal. However, when one organ is compromised, the effects can cascade, impacting the other. That brings… Continue reading Can Improving Kidney Function Help Your Heart?
What to Eat for Early Stage CKD and Why It Affects Your Mental Health
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can be an overwhelming diagnosis, and managing the condition often requires significant changes to your lifestyle—especially your diet. As you adapt to a new way of eating, you can easily feel frustrated by the foods you can no longer enjoy. However, it is crucial to focus on the right foods and… Continue reading What to Eat for Early Stage CKD and Why It Affects Your Mental Health