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Hearing impairment is linked to diabetes, and studies recommend hearing testing for type 2 diabetes management. The research found compelling evidence that diabetes can damage the auditory system, and that doctors should recommend regular hearing tests for their diabetic patients. Researcher Elizabeth Helzner said, “An association between diabetes and hearing impairment in human subjects has ...click here to read more

In overactive bladder (OAB), presence of certain bacteria contributes to OAB symptoms. Debunking the commonly held belief that urine is sterile, researchers found that, in fact, it is not germ-free. Co-investigator Linda Brubaker said, “Doctors have been trained to believe that urine is germ-free… These findings challenge this notion, so this research opens the door ...click here to read more

An overactive bladder can be a distressing condition to live with, as the strong urge to urinate and fear of leakage is always on your mind. Overactive bladder, or OAB, affects about 15 percent of the North American population. People who have OAB find themselves using the bathroom eight or more times a day and ...click here to read more

Urinary incontinence (UI) or loss of bladder control in men is not uncommon, but it can be treated once the cause is determined. Uncontrollable urine in men or urinary incontinence occurs in eleven to 34 percent of older men, but it is not just an issue that impacts the aging. Younger men can also experience ...click here to read more

Night blindness – also known as nyctalopia – does not actually imply you’re blind, but rather it means that seeing at night is becoming increasingly difficult. Nyctolopia is not limited to the night time only and can also be experienced during the day in a dim-lit room. Normally, our eyes are supposed to adjust to ...click here to read more

Pterygium (surfer’s eye) new treatment with cardiovascular drug has been reported. The researchers have found a way to repurpose the drug known as dipyridamole to treat pterygium and other dry-eye symptoms. Dipyridamole is a cardiovascular drug used to treat angina and prevent stroke, but it has also been found to aid in vision problems, such ...click here to read more

Urge incontinence, also known as overactive bladder or spastic bladder, is the involuntary loss of urine accompanied by a strong urge to urinate. Urge incontinence is not a disease on its own, but often a symptom for an underlying health problem. If you experience this type of incontinence, you should see your doctor to rule ...click here to read more

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by E.coli bacteria can be prevented by bladder cells, according to research findings. The study, conducted by Duke Health researchers, explored the way bladder cells physically eject bacteria that cause UTIs. They compare the response to vomiting as a way to rid the stomach of harmful substances. The findings suggest ...click here to read more