Saturday 24 January 2015

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION:   The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra. Whatever affects anyone of these affects the others directly or indi...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION:   The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra. Whatever affects anyone of these affects the others directly or indi...

FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION

  The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra.
Whatever affects anyone of these affects the others directly or indirectly if left untreated. The all work together to enable the passing of urine waste. The following are signs of urination that should not be ignored::
1. Painful or burning feeling when urinating.
2. Frequent urination and incomplete emptying of the bladder.
3. Foul smelling urine.
4.Cloudy colored urine with some sediments.
5. Blood in the urine.
6. Passing small amount of urine at a time with persistent urge to urinate.
7. Experiencing flank pain or pain on the side of the abdomen that radiates to the back.
   If anyone experience these symptoms, it means they have a urinary tract infection. These infections are simple treated with antibiotics. If left untreated, can impair kidney function and lead to progressive kidney damage. If you experience these symptoms accompanied with fever, weakness, tiredness , nausea and vomiting, go to the emergency department immediately for prompt medical attention.

In kids urinary tract infection symptoms may be bed wetting, irritability and diarrhea. If your child is experiencing these symptoms seek medical help immediately.

Urinary tract infection affects more women than men. It should  never be left untreated. It can only be treated with antibiotics. Drinking extra fluids does not cure urine infection. Seek help from your doctor.
      
Photo credit Motion Cow. Treat your urine infection promptly.

Wednesday 21 January 2015

HEALTHFIRSTAF: COMMON HABITS ,LIFESTYLE AND OCCURENCE THAT CAUSES...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: COMMON HABITS ,LIFESTYLE AND OCCURENCE THAT CAUSES...:    The kidneys are vital organs of the human body whose function is to help maintain overall health including filtering waste product and e...

COMMON HABITS ,LIFESTYLE AND OCCURENCE THAT CAUSES KIDNEY FAILURE

   The kidneys are vital organs of the human body whose function is to help maintain overall health including filtering waste product and excess fluid from the body. The function of the kidney is closely connected to other vital organs like the heart and lungs. If the kidney begins to have problem and it is left untreated, the other  organs like the heart especially will start having problems as well.
Humans needs less than one kidney to function normally. Hence kidney failure may not cause symptoms in the early stage.
    Some common causes of kidney failure are:
1. Illicit drug use like heroine, marijuana ,cocaine etc.
2. Untreated infections especially urinary tract infections
3.  Overuse of over the counter pain killers like Tylenol, paracetamol, ibuprofen, Panadol etc.
4. Dehydration and starvation
5. Uncontrolled hypertension
6. Uncontrolled diabetes
7. Certain auto immune diseases
8. Excessive bleeding or blood loss
9.Cancer
10. Exposure to chemicals through the skin, mouth, other opening in the body.
11. Pee holding
12. Kidney stones
13. Use of fake drugs
14. Misuse of prescription drugs or overdose.


Protect your kidneys


Tuesday 13 January 2015

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POIS...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POIS...:    Large number of eggs are consumed daily world wide. Many egg consumers know very little about safe handling of eggs. Egg is an ideal medi...

HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POISONING

   Large number of eggs are consumed daily world wide. Many egg consumers know very little about safe handling of eggs. Egg is an ideal medium for micro-organisms to grow and flourish. One of the most common is salmonella. Salmonella is a bacteria  know for causing food poisoning. When egg is handled properly, the risk of contamination is greatly reduced. They can be contaminated outside through the hands, hair, and saliva of people that handle them during preparation. Do not use eggs when the shells are cracked, even eggs when intact may be contaminated by bacteria that penetrates the shell through its numerous pores. Those with cracked shells have greater risk of contamination. Discard eggs with faeces on their shells,  faeces have lots of bacteria that can penetrate through the pores of the shell. So washing the eggs to consume will not be helpful.
   Do not consume raw eggs, since bacteria grow easily on raw eggs. Instead consume pasteurized eggs, pasteurization kills micro-organisms. Cook thoroughly until egg yolk and white becomes solid. Consume eggs immediately after cooking and  discard left overs. Wash hands thoroughly after handling eggs. Do not store eggs with other foods due to the risk of contamination. Studies show that 67% of salmonella food poisoning comes from eggs. Discard eggs after 3 weeks. Refrigerate eggs after pooling, do not add additional eggs after pooling eggs for a while. Use same the same day. Clean kitchen surfaces thoroughly after preparing eggs.
Store eggs in refrigerator.
Safe egg consumption prevents food poisoning.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEADACHES YOU SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEADACHES YOU SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT:     Many people suffer from one form of headache or the other all over the world. Some times headaches are caused  by stress, sinus  infecti...

Monday 12 January 2015

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...:    There may be need  sometimes to visit sick friends and loved ones at the hospital . Hospital visits comes with some certain risk that you...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...:    There may be need  sometimes to visit sick friends and loved ones at the hospital . Hospital visits comes with some certain risk that you...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...:    There may be need  sometimes to visit sick friends and loved ones at the hospital . Hospital visits comes with some certain risk that you...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS:   Soft drinks causes more health hazard than one can ever imagine. There are certain facts about soft drink consumption that  people are not...

Wednesday 7 January 2015

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS:   Soft drinks causes more health hazard than one can ever imagine. There are certain facts about soft drink consumption that  people are not...

HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS

  Soft drinks causes more health hazard than one can ever imagine. There are certain facts about soft drink consumption that  people are not aware of. Soft drinks are notorious for their high sugar content. They cause irritation and inflammation to the mucous lining of the stomach. People with stomach ulcers, gastritis and digestive disorders should stay away from soft drinks, they may cause or lead to worse health problems that may be difficult to treat. Soda affects and destroys the enamel of the teeth and cause dental caries. Daily or increased soda/soft drinks consumption can lead to decalcification of the bones, individuals with osteoporosis, rickets or any form of bone disease should avoid soft drinks. These symptoms may not be felt at a younger age, but will begin to unveil as a person gets older. Which  may lead to serious mobility issues.
    They increase the risk of kidney stones. They may also cause allergies, increased anxiety and irritability. They can affect the nervous system as well. Soft drinks cause weight gain and makes a person age faster.

Drink water instead of soft drinks