The condition is usually manifested with low potassium levels and high blood pressure in the blood. Anyone can develop aldosteronism. There are certain risk factors that make an individual more susceptible to the condition, including If the person is already being treated with three or more medications for hypertension. Patients who have a family history of Aldosteronism When the person has Hypokalemia (Low p  Read More

Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is your main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from food get into your cells to be used for energy. Sometimes your body doesn’t make enough—or any—insulin or doesn’t use insulin well. Glucose then stays in your blood and doesn’t reach your cells. Over time,  Read More

Signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes often develop slowly. In fact, you can be living with type 2 diabetes for years and not know it. When signs and symptoms are present, they may include: Increased thirst Frequent urination Increased hunger Unintended weight loss Fatigue Blurred vision Slow-healing sores Frequent infections Numbness or tingling in  Read More

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a very serious diabetic complication where the body starts to produce high levels of blood acid - ketones. This is a condition where your body is not able to produce enough insulin naturally by the body. The treatments which are currently prescribed for KDA are-Fluid Replacement: Depending on your situation, you will receive fluids to help you rehydrate. This is do  Read More

The majority of people with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency do not require treatment. They should, however, be told to avoid drugs and things that cause oxidant stress. Patients should avoid broad beans as well (i.e., fava beans). As long as certain foods and drugs are avoided, most children with G6PD deficiency lead completely normal lives.  Read More

There is no specific treatment for Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) once it starts progressing. However, timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment will result in full recovery in most people, especially in young children rather than adults. Blood Transfusions - Patients will be given Intravenous (IV) transfusions of platelets or red blood cells. Red blood cells will reverse the signs and symptoms of anemia, including fatigue, ye  Read More

Currently, the only curative therapy for patients with hepatorenal syndrome is a liver transplant, which treats both liver diseases and associated impaired renal functions. However, even after the liver transplantation, the treated patients have lower chances of recovering from their kidney disease. Liver Transplantation – It is one of the best treatments for HRS, but it's not an optimal option for people with HRS-1, who a  Read More

If blood sugar levels become too low, signs and symptoms may include: An irregular heart rhythm Fatigue Pale skin Shakiness Anxiety Sweating Hunger Irritability Tingling sensation around the mouth Crying out during sleep As hypoglycemia worsens, signs and symptoms may include: Confusion, abnormal behavior or b  Read More

  Medications – Certain drugs such as Metformin (Fortamet, Glucophage, Glumetza, Riomet) will be prescribed to keep the blood sugar level in check. In some cases, blood pressure medications and statins reduce the level of LDL cholesterol in the blood. Diet changes – Consuming a nutrient-rich and moderate carbohydrate diet including nuts, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and more will reduce the risk of dev  Read More

Juxtaglomerular hyperplasia is a new syndrome characterized by hypertrophy and hyperplasia of the juxtaglomerular apparatus of the kidneys, aldosteronism that results from adrenal cortical hyperplasia, and consistently normal blood pressure. Here, the aldosterone is overproduced, which has a strong impairment of urinary concentration ability. In this condition, the circulating angiotensin starts getting increasi  Read More

Signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes often develop slowly. In fact, you can be living with type 2 diabetes for years and not know it. When signs and symptoms are present, they may include: Increased thirst Frequent urination Increased hunger Unintended weight loss Fatigue Blurred vision Slow-healing sores Frequent infections Numbness or tingling in  Read More

Normally, the body excretes glucose in the urine only when there is an excess glucose level in the blood.In healthy people, the glucose will be completely reabsorbed into the blood after filtration.However, in patients affected by Non-diabetic Glycosuia, the glucose may not be completely reabsorbed by the condition but will be excreted in the urine, despite the blood glucose level being in its healthy rang  Read More

There are a few risk factors that can make you more likely to get sly syndrome.One of the main risk factors is age-sly syndrome is most commonly diagnosed in people between ages 45 and 65. It's more common in men than women, but it can happen to anyone of any age and gender.Also, One of the main risk factors for Sly syndrome is genetic. If someone in your family has Sly syndrome, you have a higher chance o  Read More

The good news is that there are many different types of insulin available—different brands and types—so it's possible to find one that works well for your body and lifestyle.The most common medications used to treat type 1 diabetes are insulin and oral medications. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that helps control blood glucose levels.Oral medications include sulfonylureas, which help increase in  Read More

Type 2 Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way your body regulates and uses blood sugar. It is a condition mostly seen in adults. But since the obesity rate of people is increasing, young people fall prey to this condition as well. Type 2 Diabetes is a long-term chronic condition that affects the sugar in your bloodstream. This condition leads to a more than appropriate amount of sugar flowing through  Read More