Category: Medicine
Cauda Equina Syndrome: What Patients Need to Know
Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a rare but serious condition where nerves at the bottom of the spinal cord become compressed. Because these nerves control sensation and function in the legs, bladder, bowel, and sexual organs, CES is a medical emergency. Getting urgent assessment and treatment can reduce the risk of permanent nerve damage. This…
Kegel Exercises: A Patient-Friendly Guide to Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor
Kegel exercises (often called “pelvic floor exercises”) are simple squeezes and relaxations of the muscles that support your bladder, bowel, and (for many people) the uterus or prostate. When done correctly and consistently, they can help improve bladder control, support recovery after childbirth or certain surgeries, and improve pelvic stability. This guide explains what Kegels…
Understanding How Addictive Substances Affect the Brain and Body
Addiction doesn’t always start with a bad choice — often, it begins with curiosity, comfort, or even medical need.From your morning cup of coffee to prescription pills and party drugs, chemical substances interact with our brains in complex ways that can quietly turn into dependence. In this post, we’ll explore how common addictive substances work,…
The new wave of weight-loss injections: what you should know
The last two years have transformed medical treatment for obesity. Weekly “metabolic” injections are helping many people lose 15–25% of body weight—approaching results once seen only with bariatric surgery—and some now carry proven heart-protection benefits. Here’s a clear, up-to-date guide to what’s approved, what’s coming next, who’s eligible (UK & beyond), and the safety points…
Healthy Aging: A Guide to Thriving in Later Life and Preventing Frailty
Aging is inevitable, but how we age is largely within our control. Healthy aging isn’t just about living longer—it’s about maintaining physical, mental, and social well-being to enjoy independence and vitality as we grow older. From a geriatric medicine perspective, healthy aging focuses on preventing frailty, managing chronic conditions, and optimizing quality of life. Let’s…
Why Do We Get Old? Understanding Aging Through the Lens of Geriatric Medicine
IntroductionAging is a universal journey, yet its underlying mechanisms remain one of life’s great mysteries. While wrinkles and gray hair are visible signs, aging involves complex biological processes that affect every cell in our bodies. From a geriatric medicine perspective, aging isn’t just about adding years—it’s about understanding how to optimize health and independence in…
10 Prescription Medications with High Side Effect Profile
Hey everyone! 👋 Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s super important but rarely talked about—commonly prescribed medications with rare but devastating side effects. The Hidden Dangers of Antidepressants (SSRIs)First up: SSRIs like Lexapro, Prozac, and Paxil. While these help many people, they can cause paradoxical reactions in some—think severe anxiety, agitation, or even suicidal or homicidal thoughts. Scary,…
Proteinuria causes, diagnosis, and treatment
Proteinuria is a medical condition characterized by abnormal amounts of protein in the urine. Under normal circumstances, the kidneys filter waste products from the blood while retaining essential proteins like albumin and globulins. In proteinuria, this filtration process is disrupted, allowing proteins to leak into the urine. Proteinuria itself often has no noticeable symptoms, especially…
Alcohol Related Brain Damage (ARBD)
Alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) results from excessive alcohol consumption over an extended period, often caused by a combination of vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, alcohol\’s toxic effects on nerve cells, head injuries, and damage to blood vessels. The three main forms of ARBD are Wernicke\’s encephalopathy, Korsakoff\’s syndrome, and alcoholic dementia. Wernicke’s encephalopathy, which has a…