What are 5 do’s and 5 don’ts in pregnancy? 5 Do’s in Pregnancy Advise on folic acid supplementation: Recommend 400-500 micrograms/day folic acid from pre-conception to 12 weeks gestation to prevent neural tube defects Monitor blood pressure regularly: Regularly check BP at each antenatal visit to detect hypertension or pre-eclampsia early Screen for gestational diabetes: […]
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Where are the kidneys? Have you ever wondered where your kidneys actually are? Or what the kidneys do? Is that pain in your back caused by your kidneys? Read on to find out more. So. What is the location of your kidneys? Your kidneys are near the middle of your lower back, on either side […]
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Anatomy and size of the kidney In this article we will describe the size, anatomy and structure of the kidney. It uses quite alot of ‘doctors language’, sorry [“yeah right!” CKDEx Ed]. Size In adults, the normal kidney is 10-14 cm long in males and 9-13 cm long in females, 3-5 cm wide, 3 cm in […]
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10 kidney cancer facts Here are ten facts about kidney cancer. 1. Kidney cancer – includes cancers of the outer kidney (90%; cortex and medulla), inner kidney (5%; pelvis, drainage system) and the ureter (5%). Most outer kidney cancers are adenocarcinomas (or renal cell carcinomas, RCCs). Most inner kidney and ureter cancers are transitional cell carcinomas (TCCs). Other types include Wilms’ tumour (mainly affecting […]
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10 drugs that are less safe in pregnancy No drug is completely safe in pregnancy. They all carry some risk. But here are 10 drugs that are known to have greater risks during pregnancy. Anti-epileptics (anticonvulsants): Sodium Valproate: An anticonvulsant that may increase the risk of birth defects and developmental delays. Phenytoin: An anticonvulsant that […]
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10 drugs that are safer in pregnancy No drug is completely safe in pregnancy But you always have to weigh the up the risks to the mother and baby of not treating the illness. Here’s a list of 10 drugs that are considered relatively safer in pregnancy, along with some key considerations. Paracetamol (Acetaminophen): For […]
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10 most common antibiotics for UTIs In this article we will describe 10 commonly used antibiotics for UTIs, including their indications, doses, and potential side effects. Antifolate antibiotic 1. Trimethoprim (first line agent) Indication: Uncomplicated lower UTIs Dose: 200mg twice daily for 3 days Side effects: Gastrointestinal upset, rash, bone marrow suppression. Note. Co-trimoxazole (Septrin; […]
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What are the most common tablets for atrial fibrillation (AF) ECG showing AF Here are the top 10 most common drugs for atrial fibrillation (AF). There are tow main groups. Most people will be on both. Drugs to thin the blood (anticoagulants) These are given to prevent strokes. Warfarin: A vitamin K antagonist used for […]
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How to change or cancel an NHS hospital appointment Please do not ring your GP They cannot change or cancel things for you. You need to do it. To change or cancel an NHS hospital appointment, there are several options: Use the NHS App Log in to the NHS App and go to “Your health” […]
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Is there an alternative to a GP? Yes, there are several alternatives to traditional GP services, depending on your needs. Some options include: Urgent treatment centre (UTC) = this is a facility (often at a hopsital) where you can go to if you need urgent medical attention, but it’s not a life-threatening situation Note. There […]
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