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TL;DR: GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro may pose long-term concerns including digestion problems, muscle loss, mood changes, gallstones, and cancer risk. GLP-1 drugs can cause gastroparesis, leading to swelling, pain, and nausea, while Bariatric surgery avoids long-term stomach issues. Rapid weight loss caused by GLP-1 drugs may result in muscle loss, however, bariatric surgery offers better muscle mass preservation. GLP-1 drugs carry a…
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TL;DR: Nocturia, frequent night-time urination, often caused by nocturnal polyuria, bladder size reduction and function with age, and sleep pattern shifts. Health issues, such as heart failure, diabetes, and sleep disorders like sleep apnea, also contribute to nocturia. In females, nocturia is linked with hormonal changes during menopause and pregnancy. Nocturia's common symptom is waking more than once at night to urinate. Diagnosis of nocturia…
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TL;DR: Overactive Bladder (OAB) symptoms include sudden urination urges, frequent urination, nocturia, urge incontinence, and feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. Women may experience OAB more severely due to childbirth, menopause, and aging. Causes include nerve problems, hormonal changes, weak pelvic muscles, and urinary tract infections. Management includes behavioral changes, Kegel exercises, medications, advanced treatments like Botoxe, and potentially, severe cases might require surgical intervention. Natural…
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TL;DR: Incontinence medications don't always work due to nerve signals misfiring, habits like caffeine intake overriding the medication effects, and the body developing a tolerance. Common medications like Anticholinergics and Beta-3 Adrenergic Agonists may help, but can stop working over time and have side effects. These medications also impact areas beyond the bladder like eyes, brain and gut. Effectiveness can be influenced by lifestyle and…
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TL;DR: Bariatric surgery in Mexico isn't as safe as in the U.S., due to lower regulation, limited data reporting, and lack of follow-up care. Death rates for U.S. bariatric surgery are under 0.1%, while a study showed a 7% leak rate in Mexico. Mexican clinics often lack sought certifications like JCI, risking tool cleanliness, readiness for emergencies, and quality of care. Emergency situations from complications…
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TL;DR: To manage incontinence: Avoid caffeine, alcohol, fizzy drinks (like sodas), spicy foods, artificial sweeteners, and salty snacks as they upset the bladder, cause more urination, or bladder irritation. Also avoid acidic/citrus juices, tomato-based drinks, artificial-flavored waters, drinking too much water at night, and certain teas like dandelion or green tea. Reduce consumption of acidic fruits, onions, garlic, pickled and fermented foods, vinegar, and chocolate…
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Living with bladder or bowel leakage can be frustrating, embarrassing, and incredibly isolating. I've heard from so many people who curtail their social lives simply because they're worried about the potential for having an accident. Many people resort to pads and incontinence underwear, seeing it as the only option to manage accidents. While absorbent products provide a temporary solution, they do nothing to address the…
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Bariatric surgery has transformed the lives of millions of individuals struggling with obesity. For many, it’s more than just a weight-loss procedure—it’s a path to improved health, greater mobility, and a better quality of life. However, understanding the success rates of bariatric surgery can sometimes feel overwhelming—it's easy to get lost in complex statistics and medical jargon. Let’s break it down into simpler terms, focusing…
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Urinary urge incontinence (UUI), often referred to as overactive bladder with incontinence, is a condition characterized by a sudden and intense urge to urinate, followed by involuntary leakage. For many people, it's as embarrassing and uncomfortable as it sounds. It's also more common than you might suspect, and it can be a debilitating condition for the millions of individuals worldwide who manage it, because it…
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When we think about sleep apnea, we tend to think about disrupted sleep, snoring, breathing issues and daytime fatigue. Those are indeed symptoms of sleep apnea, which is a serious sleep disorder that can lead to significant health problems. What many people may not realize is that sleep apnea is often intertwined with obesity—a condition that affects nearly 40% of adults in the United States.…
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