Hypertension

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview Hypertension is a common condition where blood pressure is elevated. It is also called high blood pressure. Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (including stroke and myocardial infarction). According to the World Health Organization, by 2022 there will be over 1.13 billion people with hypertension worldwide. It […]

Dyslipidemia

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview Dyslipidemias are disorders of the lipid system, which results in patients having an abnormal amount of lipids in their blood. They are classified as primary and secondary dyslipidemias.    Primary dyslipidemias are often caused by genetic disorders. The most common primary lipid disorders are: Chylomicronemia (hereditary or acquired): ↑↑↑↑ triglycerides […]

Diabetes mellitus

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a group of disorders that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose). As a result of diabetes, your blood glucose levels rise and are uncontrolled, which can lead to serious health problems.   According to the World Health Organization, by 2022, there will be more […]

Kidney Cysts

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview A kidney cyst is a fluid-filled structure that looks like a sac. It is also called a simple kidney cyst, which differs from a genetic condition called polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which causes numerous cysts to form, damaging the kidneys. Simple kidney cysts are oval or round and vary in […]

Kidney Infections

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview Kidney infection or pyelonephritis is a painful and uncomfortable condition usually caused by cystitis, a common bladder infection. Most people with cystitis will not get a kidney infection, but occasionally bacteria can move from the bladder to one or both kidneys. Less commonly, the infection can spread from other parts […]

Kidney Stones

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview Kidney stones, also known as nephrolithiasis, are hard deposits made of minerals and salts found inside the kidneys, such as calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate and uric acid. They can also form inside the urethra or bladder. Kidney stones are more likely to occur if you don’t drink enough fluids, as […]

Acute Kidney Failure

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview Acute kidney failure (AKF), also known as acute renal failure (ARF), causes kidney damage or kidney failure in a short period of time. It can also damage other organs, such as the heart, lungs, and brain. About 1% of patients who visit emergency departments have AKF (an increasing percentage). Between […]

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview CKD slowly destroys the kidneys over time. 1 in 10 adults worldwide has CKD, which could be fatal without proper care. The mortality rate associated with CKD continues to increase every year, and it is projected to be the 5th leading cause of death by 2040. Over 2 million people […]

Preventing infections in oncology patients

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview Infections may result in many types of oncology patients in increased morbidity and mortality, and the treatments usually administered for these infections is often not as effective as it would be for the general population. Therefore, preventing infections in oncology patients is crucial in order to help them having a […]

COVID-19 and oncology patients

Home Diseases and Conditions Overview The COVID-19 pandemic has caused millions of deaths worldwide and has affected the physical and mental health of countless people, while disrupting social and economic activity across the globe. Oncology patients are affected, not only by the disease caused by the SARS-COV-2 virus, but also by the significant impact the […]