Protein in Urine
Protein in urine, also called proteinuria, happens when the kidneys let too much protein pass into the urine. This can signal kidney disease, high blood pressure,…
Author: Janis
Janis's areas of expertise include nutrition, exercise, stress management, and mental health. She is passionate about educating and empowering people to take control of their health and make positive changes that can last a lifetime. Janis believes that small, sustainable changes are the key to long-term success, and she works with her clients to develop personalized plans that fit their individual needs and lifestyles.
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High Hemoglobin
High hemoglobin levels mean there is more hemoglobin in the blood than normal. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. High Hgb…
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Scintillating Scotoma
Scintillating scotoma can be unsettling, especially when it appears without warning. It often shows up as a shimmering or zigzag-shaped blind spot that slowly moves across…
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Echolalia
Echolalia happens when a person repeats words or phrases spoken by someone else. Normal language development in young children, autism spectrum disorder, or certain neurological and…
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Lupus Anticoagulant
Lupus anticoagulant is an antibody the immune system creates by mistake. Instead of protecting the body, it targets certain proteins in the blood, which can interfere…
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High Red Blood Cell Count
A high red blood cell count means the body has more red blood cells than normal in the bloodstream. Medical conditions like heart or lung disease,…
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Hypopigmentation
Hypopigmentation happens when patches of skin become lighter than the surrounding area because the skin makes less melanin. Skin injuries, certain skin conditions, or genetic factors…
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Facial Paralysis
Facial paralysis occurs when the muscles in the face lose movement because the nerve controlling them is damaged or not working properly. Conditions like Bell’s palsy,…
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Referred Pain
Referred pain happens when you feel pain in a different part of the body than where the problem actually is. Nerves from different areas use the…
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Asystole
Asystole is a life-threatening condition where the heart completely stops electrical and mechanical activity, resulting in no heartbeat and no blood flow. Doctors often call this…