When it comes to tracking urinary health, it’s actually a little easier to keep an eye on than some other body systems. That’s because the product of the urinary system—urine—provides a way to spot significant issues just based on its color. While the hue of your urine is no substitute for medical evaluation if you think something is wrong, paying attention to it can give you a sign it’s time to talk to a doctor. Read on →

People with high blood pressure, also called hypertension, certainly are aware they should get it under control for a lot of reasons. One they may not be aware of is the condition can lead to lasting kidney damage and even kidney disease. If you are among the 108 million Americans who have hypertension, here are some things you should know about how it can impact the kidneys. Every situation is different and you should talk with your doctor about your specific health conditions and steps you should take, but this is some of what we know about high blood pressure and the kidneys. Read on →

As if all the challenges of having diabetes aren’t enough, the disease itself can create further health issues that can plague people their entire lives. Among those is damage that can lead to kidney disease, with diabetes the leading cause of kidney disease. The condition is notably common among those with diabetes. In fact, the National Institutes of Health indicates about a quarter of adults with diabetes has kidney disease. Read on →

Did you know? Keeping up good gut health is an important part of maintaining your urinary health. The two systems are intricately connected and issues with one will impact the other in ways you may not expect. Take, for instance, constipation. A buildup of waste in your bowel can put pressure on your bladder, causing you to feel the need to urinate more often. Alternatively, it could make it harder for you to fully empty your bladder. Read on →

Some time ago we introduced you to nurse practitioners after our office hired its first NP. To sum it up: Nurse practitioners are registered nurses who have advanced education and who participate in further clinical training. While doctors work to combat illness, NPs often take a holistic approach to treatment, taking a patient’s situation and background into account in designing courses of action. You may wonder what tools nurse practitioners have for creating and developing those treatment plans. Read on →

There’s been a lot of talk about COVID-19’s connection to the urologic system, in particular the kidneys. While research is ongoing and it’s still early in this pandemic, there’s plenty of evidence of the connection both before and after someone deals with the illness. Here’s what the experts say about the link between kidney health and COVID-19: COVID-19 Impacts for Those With Kidney Conditions From nearly the earliest days of the outbreak of COVID-19, medical experts warned that those with chronic kidney disease, those with kidneys weakened or damaged by any other condition, and kidney transplant recipients are at greater risk for serious complications from COVID-19. Read on →

If you’ve ever been around someone suffering with kidney stones, it’s likely an experience you want to do everything you can to avoid. It’s been called the closest men can get to birthing a child, with women with first-hand experience of both rating the pain equally. There’s plenty we still don’t understand about what causes kidney stones, including why some people don’t get them while others do. But we know a lot about them, including how to help those suffering from them. Read on →

Though Tennessee’s stay-home order meant to stymie the spread of the novel coronavirus ended months ago, the recent surge in our area has many who do office jobs working from home still or again. That interruption in daily routine can create bad habits that lead to negative health outcomes, including weight gain and conditions that result from a sedentary lifestyle. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help minimize the potential negative impacts working from home can have on both body and mind! Read on →

Testosterone deficiency syndrome, more commonly called Low T, is a condition in which the body doesn’t produce enough of an important hormone that helps regulate bone and muscle mass, libido, and even red blood cell production. What Causes Testosterone Deficiency? Low T is a result of hypogonadism, which can be a lifelong condition but is more common as men age. In addition to decreasing the body’s abilities to regulate those functions mentioned above, it can also lead to a lack of energy, decreased sex drive, depression, infertility, ED and even gynecomastia, the development of breast tissue by a man. Read on →

We all know summer is swimsuit season, the time of year when many people focus on exercises to make their bodies look better in minimalist outfits. We support those efforts, since overall health is urinary health and vice-versa. This is also a great time of year to ensure your urinary tract is in optimal health. As we age, most of us will experience changes in urinary function, but avoiding or reducing those issues is largely a matter of protecting your overall health. Read on →