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Practical articles for understanding and caring for your urinary health.
Do you have an ostomy and worry about traveling? Don't let that stop you! Summer is the ideal time to explore new destinations, enjoy the sun, and relax, even if you have an ileostomy, colostomy, or urostomy. Here are some essential tips for traveling this summer with complete peace of mind.
A kidney stone, also known as a renal calculus, is a solid mass formed by crystals that clump together in the kidneys. These stones can vary in size and composition, and often cause intense pain when they move through the urinary tract.
Kidney stones are a common concern for those taking calcium supplements. There's a myth that increasing calcium intake through supplements could promote the formation of these stones, but what does science say?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common and can affect people of all ages. Knowing if you have a UTI is key to receiving proper treatment and preventing complications.
Kidney stones and bladder stones are solid mineral accumulations that form in different parts of the urinary system and differ in their formation, symptoms, and treatment.
Ostomy surgery is a surgical procedure that allows body waste (urine or stool) to pass through a surgically created opening in the abdominal wall called a stoma.
Tea tree oil, extracted from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia plant, is known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it an effective ally for skin care.
Hyperparathyroidism is a condition in which the parathyroid glands produce too much parathyroid hormone (PTH), disrupting the body's calcium balance. Although this disease primarily affects bone metabolism, it can also have a significant impact on the kidneys. In fact, several studies suggest that people with hyperparathyroidism are at an increased risk of developing kidney stones.
