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ARTHRITIS"Arthritis" literally means joint inflammation. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow or k...
28/09/2023

ARTHRITIS

"Arthritis" literally means joint inflammation. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow or knee. There are many different types of arthritis with different causes and treatments. In some types, other organs, such as your eyes, heart, or skin, can also be affected.

Different types of arthritis exist, each with different causes including wear and tear, infections and underlying diseases.
Symptoms include pain, swelling, reduced range of motion and stiffness.
Medication, physiotherapy or sometimes surgery helps reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.

SYMPTOMS
-Pain areas: in the joints, ankle, back, fingers, hands, muscles, neck, or wrist
-Pain types: can be intermittent or sharp
-Pain circumstances: can occur while sitting
-Muscular: decreased range of motion, difficulty walking, or muscle weakness
-Joints: stiffness, tenderness, or swelling
-Whole body: fatigue or malaise
-Hand: bump on the finger or bony outgrowth in fingers or toes
-Also common: deformity, flare, skin redness, or stiff neck.

N/B
-Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
-Requires a medical diagnosis
-Lab tests or imaging often required
-Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong

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24/09/2023

URINARY TRACT INFECTION(UTI)
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system. The urinary system includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Most infections involve the lower urinary tract — the bladder and the urethra.

Women are at greater risk of developing a UTI than are men. If an infection is limited to the bladder, it can be painful and annoying. But serious health problems can result if a UTI spreads to the kidneys.

Health care providers often treat urinary tract infections with antibiotics. You can also take steps to lower the chance of getting a UTI in the first place.
Symptoms

UTIs don't always cause symptoms. When they do, they may include:

-A strong urge to urinate that doesn't go away
-A burning feeling when urinating
-Urinating often, and passing small amounts of urine
-Urine that looks cloudy
-Urine that appears red, bright pink or cola-colored — signs of blood in the urine
-Strong-smelling urine
-Pelvic pain, in women — especially in the center of the pelvis and around the area of the p***c bone.

In older adults, UTIs may be overlooked or mistaken for other conditions.

RISK FACTORS
UTIs are common in women. Many women experience more than one UTI during their lifetimes.

Risk factors for UTIs that are specific to women include:

-Female anatomy. Women have a shorter urethra than men do. As a result, there's less distance for bacteria to travel to reach the bladder.
-Sexual activity. Being s*xually active tends to lead to more UTIs.
-Having a new s*xual partner also increases risk.
-Certain types of birth control. Using diaphragms for birth control may increase the risk of UTIs. Using spermicidal agents also can increase risk.
-Menopause. After menopause, a decline in circulating estrogen causes changes in the urinary tract. The changes can increase the risk of UTIs.

Other risk factors for UTIs include:

-Urinary tract problems. Babies born with problems with their urinary tracts may have trouble urinating. Urine can back up in the urethra, which can cause UTIs.
-Blockages in the urinary tract. Kidney stones or an enlarged prostate can trap urine in the bladder. As a result, risk of UTIs is higher.
-A suppressed immune system. Diabetes and other diseases can impair the immune system — the body's defense against germs. This can increase the risk of UTIs.
-Catheter use. People who can't urinate on their own often must use a tube, called a catheter, to urinate. Using a catheter increases the risk of UTIs. Catheters may be used by people who are in the hospital. They may also be used by people who have neurological problems that make it difficult to control urination or who are paralyzed.
-A recent urinary procedure. Urinary surgery or an exam of your urinary tract that involves medical instruments can both increase the risk of developing a UTI.

COMPLICATIONS
When treated promptly and properly, lower urinary tract infections rarely lead to complications. But left untreated, UTIs can cause serious health problems.

COMPLICATIONS OFA UTI MAY INCLUDE:

-Repeated infections, which means you have two or more UTIs within six months or three or more within a year. Women are especially prone to having repeated infections.
-Permanent kidney damage from a kidney infection due to an untreated UTI.
-Delivering a low birth weight or premature infant when a UTI occurs during pregnancy.
-A narrowed urethra in men from having repeated infections of the urethra.
-Sepsis, a potentially life-threatening complication of an infection. This is a risk especially if the infection travels up the urinary tract to the kidneys.

PREVENTION
These steps may help lower the risk of UTIs:

-Drink plenty of liquids, especially water. Drinking water helps dilute the urine. That leads to urinating more often — allowing bacteria to be flushed from the urinary tract before an infection can begin.
-Try cranberry juice. Studies that look into whether cranberry juice prevents UTIs aren't final. However, drinking cranberry juice is likely not harmful.
-Wipe from front to back. Do this after urinating and after a bowel movement. It helps prevent the spread of bacteria from the a**s to the va**na and urethra.
-Empty your bladder soon after having s*x. Also drink a full glass of water to help flush bacteria.
-Avoid potentially irritating feminine products. Using them in the ge***al area can irritate the urethra. These products include deodorant sprays, douches and powders.
-Change your birth control method. Diaphragms, unlubricated condoms or condoms treated with spermicide can contribute to bacterial growth.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT OUR CLINIC AT HealPlus Medical Center OR CALL US TODAY THROUGH 0768 919858 .

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Stadview Apartments 1st Floor, Next To December Hotel Opp Khetia's Supermarket
Thika
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Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
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