Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you’ve noticed that your child is drinking more water than usual, seems unusually tired, or is losing weight without trying, you might be wondering if something more serious is going on. These symptoms could be signs of type 1 diabetes, a condition that affects how… Continue reading Early Signs of Diabetes in Children
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Can Probiotics Help Treat Ulcerative Colitis (UC)?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA What do you know about probiotics? After vitamins and minerals, they are among the most commonly used dietary supplement. A live culture of microorganisms, common probiotics include yogurt, some soft cheeses, and kimchi! They may be used to help treat certain digestive conditions, including ulcerative colitis… Continue reading Can Probiotics Help Treat Ulcerative Colitis (UC)?
What is a Colonoscopy? Prep and What to Expect
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA While it is a famously dreaded procedure, a colonoscopy is an extremely important part of your health! To start with, they save lives. The most common reason people are given colonoscopies is to screen for colon cancer. Doctors can examine the colon and rectum for growths… Continue reading What is a Colonoscopy? Prep and What to Expect
Mucus and Blood in Stool: How Ulcerative Colitis Affects Your Poops
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you have ulcerative colitis (UC), you know that changes in your stool can be more than just a nuisance. They can be a key indicator of how well you’re managing your condition. It might be uncomfortable to think about, but monitoring your stool is an… Continue reading Mucus and Blood in Stool: How Ulcerative Colitis Affects Your Poops
UTIs and Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the colon and rectum. It causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. While UC mostly impacts the gastrointestinal tract, it can also… Continue reading UTIs and Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Prostate Removal Impacts and Side Effects
The most effective way to treat early-stage prostate cancer is to surgically remove the prostate. Although, if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body or lymph nodes, surgery will no longer be the best option. Fortunately, for most people, recovery and side effects for prostate cancer removal are minimal! This of course… Continue reading Prostate Removal Impacts and Side Effects
Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer begins when cells in the prostate gland start to grow out of control. The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system below the bladder and in front of the rectum in men and people assigned male at birth. It makes some of the fluid that is part of semen. 1 in… Continue reading Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
FDA Approves New Blood Test For Colon Cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new blood test called Shield, made by Guardant Health, to screen for colon cancer in certain individuals. Although this test has been available commercially, FDA approval will help increase its availability and insurance coverage. What is the Shield Test? The test is approved for people… Continue reading FDA Approves New Blood Test For Colon Cancer
Study Finds a Link Between Anxiety and Dementia
A new study has found that people with anxiety might have nearly three times the risk of developing dementia later in life. This research is the first to look at how different levels of anxiety over time can affect the risk of dementia. Dr. Kay Khaing, the lead author, says that anxiety should now be… Continue reading Study Finds a Link Between Anxiety and Dementia
What Does a Rheumatologist Do? Treatment for R.A.
A rheumatologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases that affect the muscles, joints, and bones. They are experts in conditions that involve inflammation, such as rheumatoid arthritis. They also commonly treat autoimmune diseases, where your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues. Curious as to what a rheumatologist does, when… Continue reading What Does a Rheumatologist Do? Treatment for R.A.