Diet, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 41

Urinary protein Hello Dr. Yang: I have been researching some information about protein in urine online, but I still have some uncertainties. I notice a lot of bubbles when I urinate, which I believe is due to protein in my urine. I would like to know if there is a way to complete...

Dialysis patients often experience vomiting and dizziness? Hello Doctor, my father started dialysis at the end of January this year, just before the Lunar New Year. He did not feel particularly unwell initially, but in the past month, after undergoing dialysis at the hospital, he...

Kidney Disease Consultation I previously underwent a health check at a laboratory, and my test results showed cholesterol: 230 mg/dL, creatinine: 1.7 mg/dL, uric acid: 8.5 mg/dL, potassium: 2.9 mmol/L, and urine protein: ++. I would like to ask the doctor how much kidney function...

Metabolic syndrome Could you please ask Dr. He the following question regarding metabolic syndrome? Is weight loss the best approach for metabolic syndrome? If dietary changes and exercise to control weight do not lead to weight loss and there is also an issue with fatty liver, h...

What dietary considerations should be taken into account for low insulin levels? This year, my health check-up results were mostly normal, but my insulin levels were below the normal range (I don't remember the exact value). My doctor told me that this is not a concern and t...

Do I have diabetes? I have graduated from high school for over two years, and my weight is approaching 56 kg. No matter how I try to lose weight, I can't seem to drop any. I often feel dry mouth and thirst. After going to the hospital for a urine test, I was diagnosed with a...

Thyroid eye disease? Hello: In 1997, I underwent surgery for hyperthyroidism at a women's and children's hospital in Kaohsiung. Prior to that, I had been on medication for a year to manage the condition. I have been undergoing follow-up checks every six months. In Febru...

Can kidney patients travel abroad? The father underwent dialysis for 7 years starting in 1986 and received a kidney transplant in 1994, which has lasted for 13 years. Since November of last year, he has begun to show signs of rejection, with current lab results indicating a BUN o...

Osteoporosis at the age of 22? Hello doctor... I was diagnosed with osteoporosis at the age of 18. Recently, I went to the hospital for a check-up, and the orthopedic doctor said my osteoporosis has progressed from stage two to stage three. Although I don't like to exercise,...

Is dialysis necessary if kidney size has shrunk to 7.5-8.5 centimeters? Hello Dr. Wang: My mother visited the nephrology department at Veterans General Hospital last week with symptoms of nausea, loss of appetite, jaundice, and fatigue (BUN: 150, creatinine: 8). She has severe an...

High cholesterol Height 157 cm, weight 50 kg. In recent years, I have undergone three health check-ups. The first one was two years ago, where my cholesterol level was 257. Last September, I had another check-up due to feeling unwell, and my cholesterol was 255. I suspect that th...

Cholesterol level of 245? During a physical examination, it was found that the total cholesterol level is 245, which is considered high and requires dietary attention. Should further tests or follow-ups be necessary? If so, which specialty should I consult? (Male, 33 years old, h...

Fatty liver disease I have been diagnosed with fatty liver. I often eat fried chicken, but I have started to avoid it. I run 600 meters daily and do sit-ups. Is this effective? Can you provide dietary recommendations?

The issue of obesity? To effectively and healthily lose weight, it's important to focus on a balanced approach that includes a combination of diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. Your current height is 174 cm and weight is 82 kg, which gives you a BMI of 27, indicating tha...

Hyperglycemia Hello, doctor. My mother has a problem with high blood sugar, but it hasn't reached the stage where she needs medical attention yet. What dietary considerations should she keep in mind? For example, what types of foods should she limit? She is already being cau...

Unilateral nephrectomy Hello, doctor. I had a car accident that resulted in the complete removal of my left kidney. What should I pay attention to in my daily life moving forward? Now that I only have my right kidney, will it have a greater burden? Are there any specific consider...

Elevated creatinine levels in the kidneys? I went for a health check-up. I'm a 24-year-old woman, and my creatinine level is elevated at 2.10. My urea and uric acid levels are normal. I don't have high blood pressure or diabetes. What should I do? Are there any methods ...

Osteoporosis The neighbor's mother is in her 70s and has osteoporosis. Taking regular calcium supplements is no longer effective for her, but she experiences bone pain when taking the medication prescribed by her doctor. Are there any medications or dietary supplements suita...

My height? I am in the third year of junior high school and have been in puberty for about 3 to 4 years. However, last year my height only increased by about 2 centimeters compared to the year before. Recently, I measured my height again, and not only did it not increase, but it ...

Can a cold affect thyroid hormones? Hello Doctor: I am a 27-year-old woman. I had a health check-up on January 12 of this year, and the result showed that my T4 level was 23, which is significantly above the normal range. However, I had a cold at the time of the test. I searched ...