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by Shirin Borja | July 5, 2023
Understanding Crohns Disease Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment -RTTC

Diagnosis and Treatment of Crohn’s Disease

Crohn’s Disease, a chronic inflammatory condition, leads to a wide range of symptoms that can severely affect your quality of life.   Here’s all you need to learn about how to diagnose and treat this condition, as well as its types, prevalence, causes, signs and symptoms and risk factors.   What is

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How Much Do You Need For A UTI Treatment?

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern with different treatment options. Each step, from diagnosis to medication, and sometimes more advanced interventions, incur certain costs. Overview of the prevalence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) UTIs are among the most frequent clinical bacterial infections, especially in women, with about

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Guidance for Accurate UTI Test Results

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern that affects millions of people each year, especially women. If you can have it detected early, you can have it treated sooner. This comprehensive guide can help you recognize the symptoms of UTI signs, understand how UTI tests work, evaluate their

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Urinalysis (Urine Test): A Detailed Guide

Urinalysis, a common and crucial laboratory test, involves the analysis of urine. It serves as a key diagnostic tool that helps in the detection, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of disorders, from urinary tract infections (UTIs) to kidney disease and diabetes. This detailed guide provides an in-depth look

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Elderly asian woman having pain in her bladder while sitting on sofa at home

The Growing Risk of UTIs with Older Adults

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) pose a significant health concern for older adults, a demographic increasingly at risk due to various physiological, lifestyle and healthcare factors. This comprehensive article looks into these topics: Reasons behind the increased incidence of UTIs in older adults Causes and symptoms Heightened risk among dementia patients

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25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Test: The Complete Guide

Despite the common knowledge that vitamin D helps in maintaining overall health and well-being, a lot of people are not aware of their vitamin D levels. With the 25-hydroxy vitamin D test, your doctor can evaluate your vitamin D levels and guide you with what to do based on your

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STI Test

Can You Do an STI Test on Your Period?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are serious health issues that can be addressed with regular testing. Some STIs show no symptoms, which is why we recommend STI testing to be part of your regular healthcare checkup routine, especially if you’re sexually active. Knowing your status can help you to make informed

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Vitamin D Deficiency: Symptoms, Causes, and Diagnosis

Vitamin D deficiency is a prevalent health concern that can have far-reaching implications. From fatigue to impaired wound healing, the symptoms associated with this condition can significantly impact your quality of life. But what causes this deficiency in the first place? Is it solely due to limited sunlight exposure, or

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Male Infertility

The Complete Guide to Male Infertility

Despite the widespread belief that infertility primarily affects women, male factor infertility plays a significant role, accounting for about 40-50% of all cases. It is crucial to understand this important statistic, especially considering that approximately 8-12% of couples worldwide struggle with infertility. When a couple faces difficulties conceiving, the focus

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Sperm Test Count

How to Do a Sperm Test at Home Privately

At-home sperm test kits are a great tool to assess male fertility without the need for a clinical visit. With their help, you can discreetly and privately evaluate your sperm count and get valuable insights into your reproductive potential. In this article, you’ll learn more about these tests and gather

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Flu Virus Enters the Respiratory System

How the Flu is Transmitted and Spreads

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. This article delves into the intricate details of how these viruses are transmitted and spread among individuals. Understanding the mechanisms of influenza transmission is crucial for preventing its widespread prevalence and reducing the risk

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Low Sperm Count: Signs, Causes, and Effects

For many couples, the inability to conceive can be a distressing experience that might affect their dreams of becoming parents. One of the potential contributing factors for male infertility is low sperm count. It affects the chances of successfully fertilizing an egg and achieving pregnancy. In this article, we will

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Vitamin D: Benefits, Sources, Deficiency and More

Vitamin D is a unique essential nutrient that can be synthesized by your body when exposed to sunlight. While vitamin D seems abundant in the human body, about one billion people have vitamin D deficiency worldwide. In this article, we will provide comprehensive information about vitamin D, including its benefits,

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How Much Does A Vitamin D Test Cost?

Vitamin D testing is an important aspect of maintaining optimal health, especially for those who don’t get enough sunlight or are at risk of deficiency. However, have you considered how much it costs to get one? Vitamin D: An overview Vitamin D is a crucial nutrient with several functions in

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Understanding Crohns Disease Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment -RTTC

Diagnosis and Treatment of Crohn’s Disease

Crohn’s Disease, a chronic inflammatory condition, leads to a wide range of symptoms that can severely affect your quality of life.   Here’s all you need to learn about how to diagnose and treat this condition, as well as its types, prevalence, causes, signs and symptoms and risk factors.   What is

Read More »
Small can with urinalysis and stethoscope on paper with medical notes

How Much Do You Need For A UTI Treatment?

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern with different treatment options. Each step, from diagnosis to medication, and sometimes more advanced interventions, incur certain costs. Overview of the prevalence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) UTIs are among the most frequent clinical bacterial infections, especially in women, with about

Read More »
Woman making urine test with ph material in laboratory

Guidance for Accurate UTI Test Results

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern that affects millions of people each year, especially women. If you can have it detected early, you can have it treated sooner. This comprehensive guide can help you recognize the symptoms of UTI signs, understand how UTI tests work, evaluate their

Read More »
Closeup shot of thumbs up hand in gloves with urinalysis cup background

Urinalysis (Urine Test): A Detailed Guide

Urinalysis, a common and crucial laboratory test, involves the analysis of urine. It serves as a key diagnostic tool that helps in the detection, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of disorders, from urinary tract infections (UTIs) to kidney disease and diabetes. This detailed guide provides an in-depth look

Read More »
Elderly asian woman having pain in her bladder while sitting on sofa at home

The Growing Risk of UTIs with Older Adults

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) pose a significant health concern for older adults, a demographic increasingly at risk due to various physiological, lifestyle and healthcare factors. This comprehensive article looks into these topics: Reasons behind the increased incidence of UTIs in older adults Causes and symptoms Heightened risk among dementia patients

Read More »

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