Amarachi Okeh Health experts have said that the claims that voluntarily holding back or delaying urination can cause kidney disease is untrue and without scientific backing. According to the experts, there is no evidence to back such a claim, noting that only people battling urinary tract obstructions are at risk of developing kidney diseases when …
Health experts have said that the claims that voluntarily holding back or delaying urination can cause kidney disease is untrue and without scientific backing.
He, however, explained that there is a form of kidney disease caused by obstruction of the urinary tract. Also, according to the experts, signs of kidney disease or failure are never seen until late, hence the need for people to regularly check their kidney function, especially persons living with hypertension, diabetes, and HIV.
“Oftentimes, by the time an individual is having symptoms of kidney disease, the disease itself has progressed.”
Nigeria Latest News, Nigeria Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Why we’re unable to quit alcohol despite health risks — Pregnant women - HealthwiseAngela Onwuzoo Some pregnant women who have been in the habit of taking alcoholic drinks before conception say it is difficult for them to quit the act during pregnancy despite its possible health risks to their unborn babies. They shared their experiences with PUNCH HealthWise. ANGELA ONWUZOO reports Some pregnant women residents in Lagos State …
Read more »
What you should know about multiple births - HealthwiseDr. Abayomi Ajayi Are you expecting more than one baby or you’re simply curious about multiple births? Whatever applies to you, it is clear that the increase in the number of multiple births in recent times is attracting attention and there is a need for even more creation of awareness. Factors that increase the likelihood …
Read more »
Why children from wealthy homes may abuse drugs —Psychiatrists - HealthwiseTony Ademiluyi Mental health experts have dispelled the notion that there is a class difference in the increasing trends of drug abuse among youths in Nigeria. They noted that contrary to assumptions, children from wealthy homes are also abusing all sorts of drugs just like children from less rich homes. They added that the fact …
Read more »
Bloody Delta land tussle claims one, houses left in ruinsAbout three people were killed and 30 houses torched after a land tussle between Egborode and Okwijorogu communities in the Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State.
Read more »
3rd Party Vehicle Insurance Hike Grants Motorists N3m Maximum ClaimsWith the recent increase in the rate of third party motor insurance certificate from N5,000 to N15,000 by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), the rate h
Read more »
Fresh wave of explosions rock Kyiv as Russia claims victory in Ukrainian town | TheCableA new series of explosions have rocked Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, in what appears to be the result of Russian missile strikes
Read more »