When living with a condition like chronic kidney disease (CKD), dealing with the physical side effects are often the priority. CKD progresses gradually and may not show symptoms early on. As it worsens, symptoms such as high blood pressure and swelling can appear. In advanced stages, CKD can result in kidney failure. But how does… Continue reading How Chronic Kidney Disease Affects Mental Health
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Weight Loss Drug Can Benefit Those With Diabetes, Heart Failure
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that the weight loss drug Wegovy may offer health benefits beyond just helping people lose weight. It particularly benefits individuals with Type 2 diabetes who also have a common type of heart failure called obesity-related heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. This is another… Continue reading Weight Loss Drug Can Benefit Those With Diabetes, Heart Failure
Accelerated Aging Linked to Cancer Risk in Young Adults
Researchers investigating the rising incidence of certain cancers among younger adults have identified a potential link to accelerated biological aging and risk. The study, presented at the American Association of Cancer Research’s conference, analyzed data from the UK Biobank. The focus was on nine blood-based markers associated with biological age. Findings The study found that… Continue reading Accelerated Aging Linked to Cancer Risk in Young Adults
Coping with Grief and Loss
Many people will tell you that when you experience a tragedy there is no right or wrong way to grieve. But understanding what grief is and how it works may ease the pain of the process. Emotional responses to loss can often be overwhelming or debilitating, and coping with grief is difficult. A sudden death… Continue reading Coping with Grief and Loss
Can You Eat Pineapple with Chronic Kidney Disease?
Pineapples can be enjoyed in so many different ways. In salsas, drinks, salads, or even grilled. But are you able to enjoy them when you have chronic kidney disease? Let’s find out. Pineapple Nutrition Information for Chronic Kidney Disease Pineapple is technically in the berry family and is considered a tropical fruit. Check out the… Continue reading Can You Eat Pineapple with Chronic Kidney Disease?
How Bipolar Disorder Impacts Parent and Child Relationships
A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that “one in 14 kids in the U.S. has a caregiver with poor mental health.” Mental health is a critical part of a child’s overall well-being. When specialists talk about mental health, they mean the mental, emotional, and behavioral health of a child.… Continue reading How Bipolar Disorder Impacts Parent and Child Relationships
UPFs Raise Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease
A recent study published in Frontiers in Nutrition looked at the link between the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD). CKD affects a significant portion of the global population, with about 15% of adults in the United States estimated to be affected. While previous research has explored associations… Continue reading UPFs Raise Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease
Finding a Cure: The State of Type 1 Diabetes Research
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA 100 years ago, a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes was a death sentence. There was no treatment, no cure, nothing to do except put people on strict diets and hope to extend life as long as possible. In 1922, a 14-year-old patient in Toronto was the… Continue reading Finding a Cure: The State of Type 1 Diabetes Research
Diet and Exercise Advice for Managing Type 1 Diabetes
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When living with a lifelong condition like type 1 diabetes (T1D), there is a lot of information to absorb. Some of the most relevant to daily life are the changes you need to make to what you eat and how you exercise. PatientsLikeMe is here to… Continue reading Diet and Exercise Advice for Managing Type 1 Diabetes
What are the Common Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Diabetes is a lifelong condition. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas is unable to produce insulin, the hormone responsible for controlling the amount of glucose in your blood. This is a serious health condition and can lead to many different symptoms. Understanding these common type… Continue reading What are the Common Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes?