Charcot foot (also called Charcot arthropathy or Charcot neuropathy) is a serious complication of diabetes-related nerve damage (neuropathy) that primarily affects the feet and ankles. It is characterized by the progressive weakening of bones, joints, and soft tissues in the foot. ...
High cholesterol is often called a “silent condition” because it usually does not cause obvious symptoms. Many people discover they have high cholesterol only after a routine blood test or after developing a serious health problem such as a heart attack or stroke.The good news is that ...
Many people focus on body weight when assessing their health. However, where fat is stored in the body can be just as important as the number on the weighing scale. Fat that accumulates around the abdomen, commonly known as belly fat, is associated with several serious health ...
Many people believe that diabetes develops only because of eating excessive sugar. While consuming large amounts of sugary foods and beverages can contribute to weight gain and metabolic problems, the relationship between sugar intake and diabetes is far more complex.In fact, many ...
Executive SummaryUrinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common infections of the bladder (cystitis) or kidneys (pyelonephritis) caused chiefly by gut bacteria entering the urethra . Women have far higher risk than men (shorter urethra) . Typical UTI symptoms include burning with urination, ...
