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

Have you been recently diagnosed with diabetes or do you just want to learn the basics of the disease? If yes, grab your coffee, tea, or popcorn, sit back, relax and enjoy this episode. Reference: American Diabetes Association(ADA) https://www.diabetes.org/diabetes

Measles/Rubeola is one of the childhood preventable diseases that exists. It is very contagious and could lead to severe complications for some, if care is not taken. Let’s discuss the symptoms, risk factors, and prevention in this episode. If you are a parent, parent- to-be, or guardian, this is for you. Grab your popcorn everyone. References: CDC, WHO https://www.cdc.gov/measles/index.html https...

Testicular self-exam should be an important part of a man’s health and wellness routine. References: Urology Health; Testicular Cancer Society https://testicularcancersociety.org/pages/self-exam-how-to https://www.urologyhealth.org/urology-a-z/t/testicular-self-exam

Have you or your loved one(s) been experiencing certain urinary or atypical symptoms and you don’t know why? If yes, let’s talk. Reference: CDC; https://medlineplus.gov/urinarytractinfections.html

This is the second/concluding part of managing your COPD. Please listen to the first part before this. Reference: MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/copd.html

Let’s talk about how to manage your COPD in this episode. Reference: MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/copd.html

In this episode, I discuss the different screening tests for colorectal cancer. It is important to discuss your options with your primary care provider/GI specialist. Grab your tea, coffee, or popcorn, sit down and enjoy the episode. This is a republished episode* Reference: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/index.htm

Here are some reasons why you may not be sleeping well. I also discussed the implications of inadequate sleep and few solutions that might help you sleep better. References: MedlinePlus; Women’s Health https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/insomnia https://medlineplus.gov/insomnia.html

A lot of people get dehydrated easily and don’t know why. Some blame it on lack of water intake solely. Let’s discuss the issue in this episode. Reference: Cleveland Clinic https://health.clevelandclinic.org/dehydrated-these-7-foods-will-satisfy-your-thirst-and-hunger/

Have you heard of “the kissing disease”? Have you or your loved one(s) experienced mono/infectious mononucleosis before? Grab your coffee, tea, or popcorn and let’s talk. Reference: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/epstein-barr/about-mono.html

What is douching? What are the health implications? Is it recommended or necessary? Reference: Women’s Health https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/douching

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Covid-19/Coronavirus PSA (Updated version) Reference: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

In this episode, we answer some of your health and wellness questions. Reference: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/healthyliving/index.html

In today’s episode, we discuss THC, CBD, and ECS. Want to know about these? Grab your popcorn, coffee or tea and let’s dive into the world of cannabis. Reference: NIH https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/cannabis-marijuana-and-cannabinoids-what-you-need-to-know

Erectile Dysfunction [ED] or Impotence Reference: NIH; Healthline https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/erectile-dysfunction/symptoms-causes https://www.healthline.com/health/erectile-dysfunction/common-causes-impotence

Falls and fractures in the elderly References: NIH; CDC https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/prevent-falls-and-fractures https://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsafety/falls/adultfalls.html

Irritable Bowel Syndrome vs. Inflammatory Bowel Disease References: CDC; Healthline https://www.healthline.com/health/crohns-disease/ibs-vs-ibd https://www.cdc.gov/ibd/what-is-IBD.htm https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/what-is-ibd/ibs-vs-ibd

Acne/Pimples/Zits. References: American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD); Cleveland Clinic; Healthline https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/acne/skin-care/tips https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12233-acne https://www.healthline.com/health/skin/acne

Heart Failure/Congestive Heart Failure. References: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/heart_failure.htm https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/index.htm

Should you circumcise your male child? Reference: ACOG https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/newborn-male-circumcision

Spine-related problems References: MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/spinalcorddiseases.html https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/back-neck-and-spine/degenerative-disc-disease.html