What is a high blood pressure reading? 140/90 mmHg or over. Normal is under 135/85, ideally 130/80. This does not mean that all people with a one-off reading of 140/90 need treatment. The only way to know for sure if you have high blood pressure is to get your blood pressure measured – and more […]
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What is pre-eclampsia? Pre-eclampsia is a complication of pregnancy characterised by: High Blood Pressure: Blood pressure levels exceeding 140/90 mmHg after 20 weeks of pregnancy Protein in the Urine: Excess protein in the urine (proteinuria; indicating kidney damage). Potential damage to organs: Including the liver, kidneys and brain. 5 key points for expectant mothers Risk […]
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Pregnancy: 10 FAQs and answers In this article we will answer 10 FAQs about pregnancy. Question 1: How long does pregnancy typically last? Answer: Pregnancy typically lasts around 40 weeks, divided into three trimesters: weeks 1-12 (first trimester), weeks 13-26 (second trimester) and weeks 27-40 (third trimester). Question 2: What are the earliest signs of […]
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10 pre-eclampsia myths Pre-eclampsia is a complication of pregnancy characterised by high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and potential damage to organs such as the liver, kidneys and brain. Despite its prevalence, affecting up to 5% of pregnancies globally, pre-eclampsia remains shrouded in misconception. Several celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey, or Adriana Lima […]
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What are the 10 most common water tablets (diuretics)? In this article, we will describe what are the 10 most common water tablets (diuretics). Let’s start with the basics. What are diuretics? Diuretics, sometimes called water tablets, help rid your body of water and salt (sodium). They are used for diseases when there is too […]
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What are the 10 most common steroid drugs? We will describe what are the 10 most common steroid tablets? But a bit of background first. Prednisolone – the commonest steroid tablet What are steroid tablets? Steroid tablets, also called corticosteroid tablets, are a type of anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a range of conditions. Inflammatory […]
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What causes pre-eclampsia? Pre-eclampsia is a complication of pregnancy characterised by high blood pressure, protein in the urine and potential damage to organs such as the liver, kidneys and brain. It is common(ish) and affects approximately 5% of pregnancies. Despite extensive research, the exact cause of pre-eclampsia remains unclear. At worst it can worsen […]
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10 pre-eclampsia facts In this article, we will describe in depth 10 facts about pre-eclampsia. It is mainly for health professionals. Key Points Pre-eclampsia is a complication of pregnancy characterised by high blood pressure, protein in the urine and organ dysfunction. It affects approximately 5% of pregnancies. Pre-eclampsia can start any time after the 20th […]
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How much water should I drink each day? There is no normal or medically recommended water intake. That youngsters carry around 2L bottles of water (or caffeine-loaded hi energy cyber pop) is, frankly a. silly and b. unnecessary. To answer this question properly, you need to know three facts. Bladder volume – the human bladder volume […]
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What causes kidney stones? Usually there is no specific cause. In fact, underlying causes are uncommon. Kidney stones (also called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) are very common, occuring in over 10% of the population, getting more common with age. They affect approximately 1 in 5 males and 1 in 10 females by age 70 years. The […]
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