Experiencing shakes and tremors in your hands can be unsettling, especially if they start to interfere with your daily routine. While occasional hand tremors can be normal in cases of high levels of stress or consuming excessive amounts of caffeine, persistent or worsening symptoms may indicate an underlying condition like Parkinson’s disease. What is Causing… Continue reading Reasons Why Your Hands Are Shaking
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When It’s Hard to Swallow: Understanding Dysphagia and Its Connection to Parkinson’s Disease
Difficulty swallowing, known in the medical world as dysphagia, is more than an inconvenience, it can be a sign of an underlying condition like Parkinson’s disease. For those living with Parkinson’s, recognizing and addressing dysphagia is critical for maintaining nutrition, hydration, and quality of life. What Causes Difficulty Swallowing? Swallowing is a complex process that… Continue reading When It’s Hard to Swallow: Understanding Dysphagia and Its Connection to Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s and Constipation: Understanding the Link and How to Manage It
Constipation might seem like a common and harmless issue, but for people with Parkinson’s disease, it can be a significant concern. Being one of the earliest signs of this condition, many patients experience constipation years before receiving their Parkinson’s diagnosis. In fact it may take years before a patient receives the correct Parkinson’s diagnosis. A… Continue reading Parkinson’s and Constipation: Understanding the Link and How to Manage It
When Conditions Collide: The Mental Load of Managing Multiple Diagnoses
Managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) is tough enough on its own, but many people with CKD also have to deal with other conditions like diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and anemia. It can be a lot to handle—both physically and emotionally—and can feel overwhelming trying to keep everything in balance. In this post, we’ll talk about… Continue reading When Conditions Collide: The Mental Load of Managing Multiple Diagnoses
Managing the Sugar-Sleep-GLP-1 Triangle with Holiday Sweets
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and for many indulgence. For people taking GLP-1 medications to lose weight or manage diabetes, this season has some unique challenges. With holiday treats tempting your sugar cravings, festive stress disrupting sleep, and irregular schedules impacting medication adherence, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Let’s take a… Continue reading Managing the Sugar-Sleep-GLP-1 Triangle with Holiday Sweets
Thriving Through the Holidays: Weight Loss Tips While on GLP-1 Medications
By: Kellsey Reed, RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and yes, plenty of delicious food. But if you’re on a GLP-1 medication like Wegovy, Ozempic, or Mounjaro, navigating holiday meals and festivities can feel like a balancing act. These medications can be a powerful tool in your weight-loss… Continue reading Thriving Through the Holidays: Weight Loss Tips While on GLP-1 Medications
Holiday Planning with Dialysis: Making Every Moment Count
The holiday season is all about celebrating with family, enjoying festive meals, and making special memories. But for those on dialysis, it can come with some extra challenges. Finding a balance between the fun of the holidays and sticking to a dialysis schedule takes a little extra planning, but with the right approach, it’s certainly… Continue reading Holiday Planning with Dialysis: Making Every Moment Count
How Type 1 Diabetes Can Change Body Odor
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA This may be something you have never considered if you are living with type 1 diabetes, but did you know it can affect how your body smells? Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) means managing blood sugar levels to maintain your health. If not properly controlled,… Continue reading How Type 1 Diabetes Can Change Body Odor
Hearing Loss Related to Type 1 Diabetes
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Living with type 1 diabetes is a full-time job in many ways. Between managing blood sugar levels, taking insulin, and monitoring for potential complications, it’s easy to overlook certain aspects of health. One area that does not always get much attention is the connection between type… Continue reading Hearing Loss Related to Type 1 Diabetes
Gender Differences With Type 1 Diabetes: How it Affects Men vs. Women
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune condition that impacts men and women in unique ways. Our bodies respond differently to the impact of T1D on our immune systems. However, the disease does have some shared challenges. Everyone with this condition will need to manage their… Continue reading Gender Differences With Type 1 Diabetes: How it Affects Men vs. Women