Let’s Talk About It With DrNikki, FNP-BC

Have you heard of ꜱᴊÖɢʀᴇɴ'ꜱ ꜱʏɴᴅʀᴏᴍᴇ before? If not, let’s talk about it in this podcast episode. Citations/References: NIH https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/sjogrens-syndrome https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/sjogrens-syndrome

Let’s talk about Dysmenorrhea/Painful Periods/Menstrual Cramps Reference: ACOG https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/dysmenorrhea-painful-periods

In today’s episode, I talk about Raynaud’s. Relax and enjoy. Happy Holidays, everyone! Reference: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/raynauds

Hello there! Have you heard of an ectopic or tubal pregnancy before? Have you or your loved one experienced it before? Well, let’s talk about it in today’s episode. Grab your popcorn 🍿, coffee ☕️ or tea 🫖 and get seated. Don’t forget to share the episode with your friends and family. Happy Holidays! Reference: https://medlineplus.gov/ectopicpregnancy.html

Let’s talk about recommended health screenings and vaccinations for adults. References: The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF); Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/hcp/imz/adult.html https://www.hhs.gov/programs/prevention-and-wellness/health-screenings/index.html

Are you or your loved ones experiencing urinary problems such as overactive bladder, urgency, or urge incontinence? This episode is for you, so let’s talk. Reference: MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/overactivebladder.html

In this episode, I discuss the common problems we have with our thyroid. Sit back and relax while you listen to this informative podcast episode. Reference/citation: https://medlineplus.gov/thyroiddiseases.html

What is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)? Reference: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/std/pid/stdfact-pid.htm

Let’s Talk About High blood pressure, Diabetes, and Kidney Disease References: American Heart Association; National Institute of Health https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/diabetes/why-diabetes-matters/cholesterol-abnormalities--diabetes https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/preventing-problems/heart-disease-stroke

Do you or your loved ones suffer from arthritis? Do you want to know more about osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis? If yes, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to share it with your friends and family. References: https://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/osteoarthritis.htm https://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/rheumatoid-arthritis.html https://www.arthritis.com/about-arthritis/rheumatoid-arthrit...

Do you have hemorrhoids? Let’s talk. Reference: MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/hemorrhoids.html

Most, if not all, women will experience vaginal yeast infection at some point in their life. Let’s talk about it. Share with your friends and family. Reference: Women’s Health https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/vaginal-yeast-infections

Grab your coffee, tea, or popcorn and let’s dive into the world of teenagers together in this episode. You will enjoy every minute of it. Share with your friends and family. For more info: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/adolescence.html

Are you confused about what advance directives and POLSTS entail? Well, this episode is for you. Listen and make an informed decision about your health and end -of -life care wishes. References: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning-health-care-directives https://www.uclahealth.org/advance-care-planning/what-is-a-polst

Are you confused about what advance directives and POLSTS entail? Well, this episode is for you. Listen and make an informed decision about your health and end -of -life care wishes. References: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning-health-care-directives https://www.uclahealth.org/advance-care-planning/what-is-a-polst

In this episode, I interviewed a dear colleague of mine who recently recovered from COVID-19. If you have ever had doubts about Covid-19, this episode is for you. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Don’t forget to share the episode with your friends and loved ones. For more info on COVID-19 and the vaccine, please check out https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/need-to-know.html

Do you or your loved one suffer from GERD/GER/Acid reflux? If yes, here is an enlightening episode for you. Grab your coffee or popcorn, relax and enjoy the episode. References: AAAAI; NIH https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-and-treatments/related-conditions/gastroesophageal-reflux-disease https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/acid-reflux-ger-gerd-adults

In this new episode, I discuss the causes, prevention, management and treatment of urinary incontinence. Sit back and enjoy. Don’t forget to share the episode with your friends and loved ones. References: Women’s Health https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/urinary-incontinence https://medlineplus.gov/urinaryincontinence.html

In today’s episode, I mention the different types of allergies we have and then focus on Food and Cockroach allergies. This promises to be very educative. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Reference: MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/allergy.html

Hello everyone. I hope you are well and staying safe. Let’s talk about the dangers of self- medication in today’s episode. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Reference: CDC; MedlinePlus https://www.cdc.gov/medicationsafety/index.html https://medlineplus.gov/medicines.html

Let’s talk about this important public health problem. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7: 1-800-273-8255, veterans press 1. Text HOME to 741741, veterans text 838255 References:National Institute of Mental Health [NIMH] https://medlineplus.gov/suicide.html https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Common-with-Mental-Illness/Risk-of-Suicide

Let’s talk about the two main forms of inflammatory bowel diseases today, so grab your coffee/tea or popcorn, sit and enjoy the episode. Don’t forget to share with your friends and family. Reference: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/ibd/what-is-IBD.htm

In this episode, I point out the differences between age-related memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. So if you have a loved one going through some form of memory loss and you are concerned or you are a caregiver, please listen to this episode. Reference: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/aging/aginginfo/alzheimers.htm

Let’s talk about a common mental health disorder in today’s episode. If you have a mental health illness or you know a loved one who does, please seek help from a professional before it is too late. There is help out there for you. Reference: MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/bipolardisorder.html

In today’s episode, I discuss vaginal atrophy aka atrophic vaginitis. This is very common in postmenopausal women. Sit back and enjoy. Happy New Year in advance everyone. References: MedlinePlus; Healthline https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000892.htm https://www.healthline.com/health/atrophic-vaginitis