These tests can be used to diagnose kidney injury and monitor disease progression. Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate Normal Lab Value: 90-120 ml/minute. A value of 90 ml/minute or less indicates kidney damage may be present. Westend61 / Getty Images A level of 60 ml/minute indicates kidney disease. Kidneys can filter up to 150 quarts of blood each day in the body of the average adult. Other influences can affect the BUN, including diet, dehydration, and age....

Mucus is a slippery fluid that is produced by your body naturally. What Is Mucus? Mucus is produced to make it protect the body and keep it functioning in a healthy way. So, while mucus might seem gross, its important. What Is Mucus Made Of? Mucus is produced by mucus glands. In fact, roughly 95% of mucus is water. It also contains electrolytes, lipids, and other important proteins.Most mucus is slick and clear....

Osteoporosisis a bone disease that develops because of bone loss. The result is weak and brittle bones that are prone to fractures even from low-impact movements. A bone density scan produces a number called a T-score. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images The numerical value will give your doctor an idea of where your bone density currently is. It can tell them if you already have osteoporosis or if you are at risk for developing it....

The tongue provides visual cues that can signal various health issues. What Can Your Tongue Tell You? Practitioners also take into account the context of a patients medical history and other examination findings. Photo Illustration by Amelia Manley for Verywell Health; Getty Images Can Tongue Examination Help With Cancer Screenings? Color is a big component of a tongue exam, Contrera said. And those are essentially programmed based off of foods that were eating, Contrera said....

This article provides charts and equations on heart rates to burn fat. The first will give you the lower end of your fat-burning zone. The second will give you the higher end of that range. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc. / Getty Images There is some debate among experts regarding how best to calculate maximum heart rate. One way is the Fox formula. Still, it is the recommended method of the American Heart Association....

Depending on the cause, the coughing may be occasional or frequent. The cough may be dry with hacking or wet with mucus and phlegm. People with asthma may have a cough that keeps coming back. Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health They can also have other symptoms, including wheezing, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. In severe cases,anaphylaxiscan occur, which is life-threatening if not treated. Acid might also be irritating your throat, causing you to cough....

Abdominal pain while peeing is a symptom of numerous health conditions. stefanamer / Getty Images Abdominal Quadrants Healthcare providers divide the abdomen into four quadrants. This helps localize pain and other symptoms to a specific area of the abdomen. stefanamer / Getty Images The four quadrants are: 1. Urinary Tract Infection AUTIis a common bacterial infection that happens when bacteria enter the urinary tract. It typically affects the bladder but can also affect the kidneys....

This can happen with conditions like asthma orAddison’s disease, but also medical emergencies likecarbon monoxide poisoning. This article will go over some of the medical causes for why lips turn purple or blue. It explains related symptoms, how the cause is diagnosed, and when you should seek emergency medical care. Illustration by Brianna Gilmartin for Verywell Health The word cyanosis comes from the word cyan, which is a greenish-blue color....

There are many reasons that you might have a bump that looks like a pimple on your nipple. In general, a pimple on or around your nipple is not something to worry about. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatment for a pimple on your nipple. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health However, that is not correct. The nipple is the small, raised area in the center of the breast....

IV pain meds are given in the hours and days aftersurgeryto control pain. This article discusses common IV pain medications and why they are used. It also covers the risks of prescription pain medication and some of the alternatives to IV medications. Hero Images / Getty Images You may also hear pain medications referred to asanalgesics. This is a term used to describe a medication used for pain relief. Opium is a narcotic extracted from the poppy plant....

By 2060, nearly 14 million Americans may be living withAlzheimers disease. Now, a new class of medications is offering hope and buying more quality time for Alzheimers patients. Two recently FDA-approved medicationsLeqembi and Kisunlacan slowcognitive declinein people with early-stage Alzheimers. Leqembi and Kisunla represent a great step forward in Alzheimers treatment. Still, patients need to jump through logistical hurdles to secure a prescription or insurance coverage. And they have to travel to a clinic to get hour-long infusions every other week....

MASH is a severe form of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease where excess fat in the liver causes inflammation. Without treatment, it can progress tosevere liver scarring (cirrhosis). MASH also increases the risk of both diabetes and heart disease. For a long time, diet and exercise were the only remedies for improving liver health in MASH patients. Last year, Rezdiffra (resmetirom) became the first FDA-approved treatment for MASH. It is meant to be used alongside lifestyle changes, not as a replacement for them....

Ozempic and Mounjaro are drugs that can be used to treat pop in 2 diabetes. But youve likely heard of them because theyre all over the news for weight loss. But only Wegovy, Zepbound, and Saxenda are approved specifically for weight loss. Research shows that some of these drugs also lower the risk of heart and kidney disease. Illustration by Mira Norian for Verywell Health GLP-1 agonists are not without side effects....