#cholesterol monitoring.

[rmlpathology]

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[tealfruit]

I was hoping for a hefty window between Dr appointments so I could risk a little a weed (I have to pass a drug test at LEAST once a year or I lose my meds and I've been randomly tested at appointments before)

but apparently we've got a few Issues that need some follow up so. not doing that I guess

[mdmuyourhealthisbetter]

Your Health is Better Series - Dealing with Diabetes (5)

Managing diabetes effectively requires a comprehensive and personalized approach, as each person’s needs and circumstances are different. One of the best ways to ensure optimal control of blood sugar and overall health is to work with a healthcare professional to develop a personalized diabetes management plan. This plan is tailored to your specific health needs, lifestyle, and goals, helping you make informed decisions about diet, exercise, medication, and monitoring.

Why is a Personalized Diabetes Management Plan Important?

Diabetes is a complex condition where the body either doesn't produce enough insulin (as in type 1 diabetes) or doesn’t use insulin properly (as in type 2 diabetes). Insulin is crucial for regulating blood sugar levels, and without effective management, high blood sugar can lead to complications like heart disease, kidney damage, nerve damage, and vision problems. Each individual has unique factors that influence how diabetes affects their body, such as age, activity level, other health conditions, and personal preferences. A personalized plan helps address these individual needs, making diabetes management more effective.

How Can a Healthcare Professional Help?

A healthcare professional, such as a doctor, endocrinologist, or diabetes educator, plays a critical role in developing and guiding your management plan. Here’s how they can assist:

Assessing Your Health: Your healthcare professional will begin by evaluating your overall health. This includes checking your blood sugar levels, weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and any other relevant medical issues. They will also ask about your lifestyle, including your diet, exercise habits, and any challenges you face in managing diabetes.

Setting Personal Goals: Based on your health assessment, your healthcare provider will help you set realistic and achievable goals. These might include target blood glucose levels, weight loss, improving exercise habits, or managing any other health issues like high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Personalized goals help keep you motivated and on track.

Tailoring Diet and Exercise Recommendations: A significant part of managing diabetes involves making healthy food choices and staying physically active. Your healthcare professional will work with you to develop a diet plan that supports blood sugar control, taking into account your preferences, cultural habits, and nutritional needs. They will also help you set up an exercise routine that fits your lifestyle and ability, as regular physical activity is essential for managing blood glucose and improving insulin sensitivity.

Managing Medications: If necessary, your healthcare provider will prescribe medications to help control your blood sugar levels. This could include oral medications, insulin, or other drugs, depending on your type of diabetes and overall health. A personalized plan ensures you understand how and when to take your medications, potential side effects, and how they fit into your daily routine.

Monitoring Blood Sugar: Regular monitoring of blood glucose is a crucial part of managing diabetes. Your healthcare provider will help you determine how often and when to check your blood sugar levels, based on your treatment plan. This will allow you to make timely adjustments to your diet, activity level, or medication if needed.

Providing Ongoing Support and Education: Diabetes management is an ongoing process, and things can change over time. Your healthcare provider will offer continuous support and adjust your plan as needed. They can provide education on new diabetes management tools, technologies, and strategies to keep you informed and in control.

The Benefits of a Personalized Plan:

A personalized diabetes management plan offers several benefits:

Better Blood Sugar Control: A tailored approach helps you maintain blood glucose within a healthy range, reducing the risk of complications.

Improved Quality of Life: By addressing your individual needs and preferences, the plan can make managing diabetes less overwhelming and more achievable.

Empowerment and Motivation: Having a clear plan and support from a healthcare professional can boost your confidence in managing diabetes, making it easier to stick to your goals.

[aarunresearcher]

United States point of care diagnostics market size is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.90% during 2024-2032. Numerous advancements in portable and handheld diagnostic devices have enhanced the convenience and user-friendliness of testing, which is primarily driving the market growth.

[dynamichealthinsights]

How to Monitor Your Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

Monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol levels is essential for maintaining heart health and preventing serious conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular issues. These two health indicators provide crucial insights into the state of your cardiovascular system, allowing you to take proactive steps to manage and improve your health. This comprehensive guide will delve…

[bhushans]

A Market on the Move: Exploring Investment Opportunities in Global Cholesterol Monitors Market

The global cholesterol monitor market is predicted to develop significantly, reaching a projected value of US$5,379.2 million by 2033. This significant rise from its projected 2023 value of US$2,660.3 million is the result of a robust 7.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR).

In order to follow lipid profiles and determine one’s risk of cardiovascular disease, cholesterol monitoring is essential to preventive healthcare. With the use of portable, easy-to-use devices called cholesterol monitors, blood samples may be easily and accurately measured for cholesterol levels, giving people the confidence to take proactive measures to maintain their cardiovascular health.

An essential tool for managing cardiovascular health, cholesterol monitors make it easy and convenient for people to keep an eye on their cholesterol levels. By giving consumers insightful information about their lipid profiles, these devices assist users in making well-informed decisions regarding medication adherence, lifestyle changes, and preventative healthcare actions.

The worldwide market for cholesterol monitors is expected to develop as a result of numerous important factors. The need for cholesterol control strategies is being fueled by the rising incidence of cardiovascular diseases, which are being caused by sedentary lifestyles, bad eating habits, and aging populations. Furthermore, people are becoming more proactive in monitoring their lipid profiles as a result of rising awareness of the significance of cholesterol monitoring in preventive healthcare and disease management, which is fueling market expansion.

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Population Aging: An Important Market Factor

The market for cholesterol monitors is mostly driven by the aging population. The number of individuals over 60 is expected to rise globally by 21.1% by 2050, according to the Department of Economic and Social Affairs. The United Health Foundation found that 12.5% of adults 60 years of age and older had elevated cholesterol, underscoring the group’s susceptibility to high cholesterol.

Early Identification for Better Results

Regular cholesterol testing is essential for early detection and risk management because high cholesterol frequently exhibits no symptoms at all. Several blood lipid levels are measured by these tests, including:

Triglycerides

HDL stands for high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol.

LDL cholesterol is referred to as “bad” cholesterol.

Total Cholesterol

Monitoring cholesterol levels helps individuals reduce their risk of developing:

Peripheral artery disease (PAD)

Heart attack

Stroke

Competitive Landscape:

Key cholesterol monitors manufacturers have entered into merger agreements to expand their portfolios and provide effective services that can assist in managing infectious diseases and uncontrollable cholesterol levels.

Prominent Cholesterol Monitors Manufacturers

Roche Diagnostics

PTS Diagnostics

Omron Healthcare, Inc.

ACON Laboratories, Inc.

AccuTech

LLC

Alere Inc.

Siemens

Medline Industries, Inc.

Abaxis, Inc.

ManthaMed

Fisher Scientific

Key Segments:

By Product Type:

Single-sided COD Chip-On-Flex

Other Chip-On-Flex Types

By End Users:

Military

Medical

Aerospace

Electronics

Other Verticals

By Region:

North America

Latin America

Europe

Asia Pacific

Japan

Middle East and Africa

[bunnis-monsters]

Hi, just got back from the hospital. I didn’t want to scare anyone before I knew if I was okay or not.

Yes, I’m alright. I had a high heart rate and blood pressure so my parents took me to the hospital. Everything was good, they want me to monitor my blood pressure and if it stays elevated then I should take blood pressure medication.

They also think that anxiety may be the reason for my high heart rate and I may need to start taking anxiety meds.

I’m going to be resting for the next few days and focus on my health. I’m so sorry I’ve been sick back to back, it’s been very annoying and scary for me. I hate not being able to write when I want to, and resting is very hard when I’m this antsy. Obviously my anxiety is high, haha, I can’t stand not working and writing.

My EKG was good, blood pressure was just high. So don’t worry I’m alright, just need to monitor and possibly change a few things. My family has a history of high blood pressure and cholesterol, so I’ve been keeping an eye on these things and improving my diet.

It just feels like one thing after another 😅

Anyways!! Thank you all so much for getting me to 20k. I’m trying to look on the bright sides of some things because I get so anxious haha. Doctor said I possibly had a panic attack and ugh. Idk it’s nearly 12 am and I’m feeling blegh.

Gn guys, I’ll keep you all updated

[listentoace]

If that was the mild version, what's the more intense version?

My feeder bucket list (more intense version):

Get a feedee from normal weight to immobility within a year

Put a feedee onto a 24/7 live stream, spending every donation on fattening her

Wrecking her brain with extremely high dopamine levels with dozens of forced orgasms, getting her severely addicted to porn & food with no way back

Adding enzymes, hormones, and other supplements for breaking down muscles, adding fat, keeping her horny, fucking with her brain, and making her addicted

Tying her up for months to get rid of any muscles and speed up immobility

Connecting a vibrator to a feeding tube that vibrates whenever she drinks weight gain shake

Giving her an IV that directly adds fattening substances to her bloodstream, also to circumvent fullness

24/7 monitoring, extreme pleasure when hitting calorie goals (30k+ a day), extreme pain when failing

Never allowing her to cum until she is immobile to keep her desperate and compliant

Literally counting how many days it takes to go from perfect health to diabetes, high blood pressure & cholesterol and a heart attack

Edging her with a vibrator buried under her fat while only fucking skinny girls in front of her. Everytime a girl cums, she'll get another 2,000 calories. Everytime I cum, another 5,000 calories.

Sell her pussy/whore her out to anybody who wants to fuck her. It's not like she can do anything against it and isn't desperate for pleasure and cock

24/7 porn and hypno tracks because her mind isn't broken enough yet

Monitoring brain activity until there is more activity while she is asleep than when she is awake

Use her to flood feederism platforms with extreme & hot content, using all the money to only fatten her more. It'll be the most insane, rapid gain ever

And that's just the more intense version...

I actually don't know if I can post my extremest, darkest thoughts on here. Maybe I'll make an audio about them if you're interested

[rmlpathology]

The Importance of the Lipid Profile Test

Understanding your heart health is crucial, and a lipid profile test is a key part of that. This simple blood t est measures various types of fats in your blood, including cholesterol and triglycerides. Here’s why it's essential:

Assessing Cardiovascular Risk: High cholesterol, especially LDL cholesterol, can lead to plaque buildup in your arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Early detection through a lipid profile test allows for preventive measures.

Monitoring Treatment Effectiveness: If you're on medications or making lifestyle changes to manage cholesterol, regular lipid profile tests help track progress and adjust treatments as needed.

Detecting Lipid Disorders: Lipid profile tests can identify disorders like hyperlipidemia and hypertriglyceridemia, which might not show symptoms but can impact your heart health over time.

Comprehensive Health Assessment: Abnormal lipid levels can signal underlying conditions like diabetes, thyroid disorders, or liver disease, prompting further investigation and treatment.

Personalized Health Planning: Your test results help healthcare providers create tailored health plans, including diet, exercise, and medications, to lower cholesterol and improve heart health.

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[cupidsworstcrime]

House x m!reader

mostly angst , house isnt allowed happiness

You were the case he shouldn’t have taken.

Not because it wasn’t interesting—God no, you were fascinating. A rapid, degenerative decline with no clear cause, organs failing like dominoes, bloodwork that didn’t make sense. A real puzzle.

But you were also charming. Razor-sharp. Witty in a way that felt intentional—like you were sparring with him, not trying to impress. You didn’t flinch at his sarcasm, didn’t soften around the edges like most patients did. You met him eye to eye and made him feel seen, which was worse than being ignored.

And now you were dying.

No diagnosis. No answers. Just a firm deadline hanging over you like a guillotine.

House stood at the foot of your hospital bed, watching the slow, mechanical rise and fall of your chest. The monitors beeped softly—too softly. The air felt wrong without your usual quips, your dry smile, your “what do you want now, more blood?”

You hadn’t woken up all day.

Wilson entered quietly. “You know you can’t fix this one.”

House didn’t look at him. “People said the same about cancer. Then someone invented chemo. Maybe I’ll invent something in the next twenty-four hours.”

Wilson was quiet a moment, watching him. “You’re not angry because you can’t solve the case.”

House’s shoulders stiffened.

“You’re angry because it’s him.”

House finally turned, expression cold. “I’m angry because I’m surrounded by idiots who can’t figure out what’s killing a man in front of them.”

“You can’t figure it out.”

The silence between them stretched. Wilson, as always, wasn’t afraid to twist the knife.

House swallowed thickly and turned back to you. “He was making jokes about death three days ago. Asked me if I’d write his eulogy and call everyone at the funeral idiots.”

“That sounds like him.”

“He said he’d haunt me. Said he’d rattle my cane at night just to piss me off.”

House's voice caught at the end, almost imperceptibly. He cleared his throat like he could swallow the grief.

“You cared about him.”

“I don’t care.” The words came too fast. Too loud. “He’s a patient. A dying patient. Dying patients die. That’s what they do.”

“Greg—”

“He’s going to die, and I’m not going to cry over someone I’ve only known two weeks.”

Wilson looked at him for a long moment, then sighed and left.

House stood alone at your bedside, silence pressing down on him like gravity. His hand hovered above yours but never touched.

“I hate you for being smart,” he said quietly. “I hate you for being funnier than me. I hate you for looking at me like you saw right through all of it.”

Your breathing hitched in your sleep. Just slightly.

House leaned in, the tiniest crack in his voice:

“I hate that it's going to suck when you die.”

The room smells like antiseptic and late afternoon sun. You’re propped up in bed, barely able to sit upright without your lungs burning like you’ve run a marathon. Every breath feels like it takes negotiation. The beeping monitors have become your ambient soundtrack.

Then the door creaks open, and Thirteen walks in with something big cradled in a to-go box, grinning like she’s just broken the rules. Because she has.

You raise an eyebrow. “Please tell me that’s not what I think it is.”

She plops it down on the tray table with ceremony. “Bacon double cheeseburger. Extra onion rings. Triple patty. I threw in a milkshake just to make nurses yell at me later.”

You let out a weak, hoarse laugh. “This is gonna kill my cholesterol.”

She doesn’t laugh back right away. Just smiles. Softly. The kind that doesn’t quite reach her eyes.

You both know what this is. Not recovery. Not hope. It’s a parting gift. Something indulgent and alive, for someone who's already fading. It means: you mattered. It means: we’re saying goodbye, but not with tears just yet.

Your fingers tremble as you reach for a fry, and Thirteen gently helps you bring it to your lips. It tastes like everything you’ve been denied—grease, heat, life.

You chew slowly. “Tell House he still owes me a better eulogy.”

Thirteen nods, her voice thick. “He’ll pretend he doesn’t care.”

You manage a smirk. “He’ll write it anyway.”

And you both sit in the fading sunlight, sharing the best worst meal of your life.

God, this is such a soft, aching scene. The slow procession of goodbye, disguised in humor and shared memories. Here's how that might look:

You're not sure who sends out the signal, but somehow, one by one, they all come.

Foreman is first. Ever the professional, even now. He checks your chart, updates your IV with practiced hands. You pretend not to notice the way he lingers, as if fixing the machines might fix you too. He doesn’t say much—never really did—but his hand rests on your shoulder longer than necessary when he leaves.

Taub sneaks in next, looking like he’s trying not to be caught. He sits at your bedside, cracks a joke about how *you* should’ve been the one cheating death, not him cheating on his wife. It’s dark, but you both laugh. You knew way too much about that man's love life by now. He leaves behind a sudoku book you can’t focus on, but it smells faintly of his cologne and cigarette smoke. Comforting, in a weird way.

Chase comes just after sunset, sunlight haloing his golden hair. He grins as he flops into the chair beside you, casual as ever.

“You’re my favorite dying guy, you know,” he says.

You grin, weakly. “You’re my favorite Aussie. Don’t tell Hugh Jackman.”

He chuckles, and the sound almost breaks you. “You don’t get many people like you. Smart, sharp. Didn’t let House get away with shit.”

“He’s still gonna win.”

“Maybe.” Chase’s smile falters a little. “But you made it hard for him. He liked you.”

You nod, eyes fluttering closed for a moment. “That’s the nicest insult I’ve ever gotten.”

He squeezes your hand before leaving, thumb tracing a slow arc across your knuckles. “Get some rest.”

The room is quiet when Wilson finally steps in.

No dramatic entrance. No clipboard. No comforting lie.

Just Wilson, clutching a coffee he hasn’t touched, standing in the doorway like he’s afraid crossing the threshold will make it real.

You manage a small smile. “Didn’t think you’d come. Thought you hated watching people die.”

“I do,” he says softly, closing the door behind him. “But I hate missing the chance to say goodbye more.”

He walks over, sits down where Chase sat before him. His eyes are tired. Red-rimmed. You don’t mention it.

There’s a long silence.

Then, his voice cracks like something inside him finally gave way. “I really wish it was cancer.”

You don’t flinch. You don’t laugh. You just nod, slow and steady, because you do understand.

Cancer, at least, comes with a playbook. Chemo. Radiation. Clinical trials. Wilson’s entire life has been about fighting it, taming it, coaxing one more month, one more year, out of the cruel beast.

But you—your body’s unraveling in ways no one can name. There’s no script. No treatment. Just time, and not much of it.

“I know,” you whisper. “Me too.”

He puts the coffee down. Takes your hand like it’s glass.

“You’re not alone,” he says, voice thick. “Even if you want to be. You’re not.”

You nod again. It’s all you can do.

And for a long time, neither of you speaks. He just holds your hand, thumb brushing over your pulse, as if willing it to stay.

You’re barely there when he comes.

Not that you weren’t expecting it—House was always late from what you've heard. To consults, to court, to apologies. You weren’t sure he’d show at all.

The door creaks open. A moment passes. Then the telltale thump of his cane on tile. Steady. Slow.

You don’t bother opening your eyes.

“Thought you were done with the case,” you rasp, voice more breath than sound. The words tug at your cracked lips, forming a crooked smile.

There’s a pause. Then—

“I don’t like unfinished puzzles.”

He says it like it’s a joke. Like it’s still just another day, another file. But the pause that follows is heavy.

He walks closer, and when he sits, the leather of the chair creaks under his weight. You hear him breathe out, shaky. Like he’s been holding it the whole way here.

Your breath rattles in your chest. You manage to crack one eye open—just enough to see the gray in his stubble, the pinch in his brow.

“You look like hell,” he mutters.

“Mirror,” you wheeze, “must be broken.”

House huffs a breath that might’ve been a laugh. He leans forward, elbows on his knees. Doesn’t touch you. Doesn’t need to.

“I ran your bloodwork again,” he says, almost absently. “Still nothing. No 'miracle.' No screw-up. You’re… you’re really dying.”

There’s something unspoken at the end of that sentence. And I can’t stop it.

You let your head roll slightly toward him. “You mad at me for it?”

“No,” he says. Too quickly. Then quieter, “Yes.”

He rubs a hand over his mouth, then down the back of his neck. He looks at you like maybe if he stares hard enough, you’ll get better just to spite him.

Then, finally, he says the thing that’s been clogging his throat the whole time:

“I don’t want you to go.”

And God, it’s not romantic. It’s not tender. It’s raw and bitter and laced with all the things House can’t say right. But it’s real.

You cough, and it hurts like hell, but you manage to smile again. “You’ll have to… find a new favorite terminal case.”

“Already told the others,” he says. “You’re irreplaceable. You bastard.”

You close your eyes, and for a moment, the pain slips beneath the surface. House stays. Silent. Watching. Waiting.

And for once, he doesn’t try to fix it.

He just stays.

Your grip is barely there, papery and trembling in his palm, but House doesn't let go.

He never does things like this. Never lingers. Never touches unless it's necessary—or cruel. But here he is. Sitting at your bedside with his calloused fingers wrapped around yours, thumb brushing idly over your knuckles.

You’re more shadow than substance now. Skin yellowed with jaundice, eyes glassy, voice a thin, rasping ghost of what it was. But when you smile, he feels it like a punch to the gut.

“I should get you a hooker,” he says, voice rough, grating. Still House. Still a dick.

You wheeze a laugh that dissolves into a wet, painful cough. “Only… if it’s one of the expensive ones.”

“Oh, naturally,” he says, faux-casual. “None of that street corner crap for you. I’m talking… a high-end escort. Ivy League education. Can quote Tolstoy while choking on your—”

You squeeze his hand. Barely. But it’s there.

“God, I’m gonna miss your mouth.”

House swallows hard. Looks away.

“Don’t,” he says.

You smile again, smaller this time. Sleepier. It’s all slipping now. Moments draining like sand in the glass.

“You were an asshole from the moment I got admitted.”

“Consistent branding,” he murmurs.

“But you held my hand.”

He looks down at where your fingers are intertwined. Doesn’t answer right away. Then, softly:

“Yeah. Don’t tell anyone. Ruins my reputation.”

Your breath hitches, not from emotion but exhaustion. He can hear it. Feels it. The end’s so close now it buzzes in the air like static.

Still, he doesn’t let go.

Doesn’t move.

Just stays. Holding on for as long as he can.

Your chest hurts more now, a pressure that suffocates rather than aches. It’s sharp, like a thousand needles, each breath a ragged gasp you can’t quite catch. The monitors beside you beep in a steady, heartless rhythm, their sound growing louder and more frantic with each passing moment.

House’s face has morphed into something you didn’t think was possible. His usual cocky, sarcastic demeanor has melted into something raw. Something… afraid. His eyes flick to the monitor, then to you, back and forth, as though willing it all to stop, willing time to go backward, for you to just wake up from this.

You can see it in the twitch of his fingers, the flex of his jaw. He wants to save you. He wants to break every rule, every order, and fight for your life as if it’s one more case to solve. But he can’t. Not this time.

You can’t hold back a weak cough, the sound of it pathetic and wet, escaping your lips in a desperate attempt to make it better—but there’s nothing left to save.

“I—” He stops. His breath catches. “I could—”

“House…” Your voice is barely a rasp, a shadow of sound. It’s hard to form the words, hard to make them come together in your failing throat.

He doesn’t finish the sentence. He doesn’t need to.

You know what he wants to say. I could break the rules. I could fight for you. I could save you.

But you signed a DNR. A part of you—the part that really knew it all along—is grateful for that. Grateful that you won’t have to endure any more pain. That you’ll be allowed to go. To leave this behind. Without being hooked to machines or held hostage by the life you’ve outlived.

You squeeze his hand—weakly, pathetically, but you do it. The touch is almost nothing. But it’s everything.

“I’m here,” he says, voice thick with something—grief, regret, tenderness—maybe all of it. His thumb brushes over the back of your hand, something like a prayer.

“I’m sorry,” he mutters. A whisper. Too quiet. But you hear it.

You blink slowly, feeling your body grow heavier, the world dimming at the edges. It’s time. You know it is. But you want him to know, somehow, that you’re okay with this. That it’s okay for him to let you go.

With a final, shaky breath, you exhale the words you’ve never said before, not like this.

“I’m not scared.”

His hand tightens around yours in the final moments. He doesn’t say anything. He doesn’t have to. There’s nothing left to say as the heart monitor flatlines and the machines scream in silence.

But he stays there, holding your hand, because that's the only thing he knows to do when the one person he couldn’t save slips away from him.

[covid-safer-hotties]

Also preserved in our archive (Daily updates!)

BRONX, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study led by researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine involving more than 200,000 adults found that the COVID-19 pandemic caused a 29% increase in risk for developing dyslipidemia, a condition involving abnormal lipid (fat) levels in the blood. Seniors and people with type 2 diabetes were even more strongly affected, experiencing an approximately two-fold increased risk for developing dyslipidemia, which is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and stroke. The research was published today in the print edition of The Journal of Clinical Investigation.

"Given the extent of the pandemic, this increase in dyslipidemia risk is a cause for concern around the world," said study leader Gaetano Santulli, M.D., Ph.D., associate professor of medicine and of molecular pharmacology at Einstein. "Based on our findings, we would advise people to have their lipid levels monitored regularly and to consult with their healthcare providers about ways to treat dyslipidemia if detected, especially elderly individuals and patients with diabetes." He noted that this advice would apply to all adults, not just those formally diagnosed with COVID-19, considering that many people have been infected without realizing it.

To put these findings into context, it has been estimated that 53% of U.S. adults had dyslipidemia before the pandemic; a 29% increase in dyslipidemia incidence due to COVID-19 would mean that 68% of Americans may now be at risk for having lipid abnormalities.

In two previous studies, Dr. Santulli and his team found that COVID-19 raised the incidence of new cases of hypertension and type 2 diabetes. "In those analyses, we demonstrated that the risk of developing these disorders was still high three years after the pandemic; moreover, we noticed a suspicious increase in total cholesterol levels, which warranted a closer look," said Dr. Santulli. In the new study, the researchers first determined the incidence of dyslipidemia in a group of more than 200,000 adults living in Naples, Italy during the three years prior to start of the pandemic (2017-2019). They then assessed the incidence of dyslipidemia in the same group during the three-year COVID-19 period (2020-2022), excluding from the analysis those people earlier diagnosed with dyslipidemia or who had previously been taking lipid-lowering medications.

The investigators found that COVID-19 raised the risk for developing dyslipidemia in the entire study group by an average of 29%. The increase was even higher among people over age 65 and those with chronic conditions, particularly diabetes and obesity, cardiovascular disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and hypertension. The findings are the most definitive to date because other studies—most of them linking COVID-19 with modestly increased risks for blood-lipid problems—used as control groups different populations or people thought to have gone through the pandemic without becoming infected. However, significant numbers of people classified as "COVID-free" actually developed the disease but were either never tested or didn't seek medical care.

"Our study did not attempt to determine whether participants had tested positive for COVID-19," Dr. Santulli said. "Instead, because we had been following this group for many years prior to the pandemic, we were able to measure COVID's overall impact on the population by simply comparing levels of dyslipidemia in the same group before and after the pandemic. Any increase in dyslipidemia incidence would almost certainly have to be the result of COVID-19."

How COVID-19 might have increased the incidence of dyslipidemia remains unclear. One possible explanation is a finding Dr. Santulli made in an earlier study: that SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID) disrupts the function of endothelial cells, which line the inside of blood vessels throughout the body and play a critical role in regulating blood lipids.

A separate study found that COVID-19 is a powerful risk factor for heart attacks and strokes for as long as nearly three years after an infection. "This investigation, published online a month after ours, essentially confirms our observations in this study, since dyslipidemia is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease," said Dr. Santulli. "It also suggests that tackling dyslipidemia should reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in those who have had COVID."

The researchers are now studying the effects of COVID-19 on cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, a recently described condition involving four connected medical problems—heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and obesity—all of which involve endothelial dysfunction.

The study is titled "A six-year study in a real-world population reveals an increased incidence of dyslipidemia during COVID-19". The other contributors include: Stanislovas S. Jankauskas, Ph.D., and Fahimeh Varzideh, Ph.D., both at Einstein, Pasquale Mone, M.D., Ph.D., at Einstein and Molise University, Campobasso, Italy, Valentina Trimarco, Raffaele Izzo, Maria Virginia Manzi, Maria Lembo, Paola Gallo, Giovanni Esposito, and Francesco Rozza, at the Federico II University of Naples, Italy, Roberto Piccinocchi, at the Vanvitelli Hospital, Naples, Italy, Carmine Morisco and Bruno Trimarco, at the International Translational Research and Medical Education (ITME) Consortium and Federico II University of Naples, Gaetano Piccinocchi, at the Italian Society of General Medicine, Mario Fordellone and Giuseppe Signoriello, at the Campania University, Naples, Italy.

Study link: www.jci.org/articles/view/183777

[asoftgoth]

Is your face red from embarrassment or exertion? No one knows anymore, the struggle you have getting up for another box (or 3) of cupcakes is a spectacle, drawing the attention of anyone who ever comes and visits. Not that they visit much anymore, when you're not stuffing your mouth with food that would make a doctor cry you're gasping for air, hoping for enough to fill your adipose crushed lungs so you can shove enough slop into your mouth to require another insulin shot. If your mind was able to think about anything more than getting fed and bred, you might think back to how foolish you were, being in the 300s and ruining your brain getting aroused to fantasies like this, but now all that goes through your head is the thump of a heart being utterly constricted by lard and cholesterol from years of indulging yourself over and over again, going a mile a minute like you ran a marathon, when all it was was simply heaving yourself off the couch and onto your scooter for the arduous trek that is the 20 feet it takes to get to the fridge. You managed to squeeze some words out, your unnaturally pale arms gesturing to an area just barely in reach of you, slurring out "fridge pleashe", before collapsing into gasps and gulps like that of a fish out of water. The heart monitor sounds like harsh noise music, and most normal people would want to end this lifestyle here, but you? Well once you've calmed down to a relatively pedestrian resting heart rate of 134, you just look up and meekly ask "fridge shtill?"

this is so fucking hot holy shit 😭😭😭😭

[acronlaboratories1]

Trenbolone Enanthate Side Effects on the Liver

Trenbolone Enanthate is a potent anabolic steroid frequently used by bodybuilders and athletes to enhance muscle growth and improve performance. However, its benefits extend beyond muscle building—it's also effective for fat loss. This blog will explore how to use Trenbolone Enanthate for fat loss, including dosage recommendations, cycle guidelines, and safety considerations.

Understanding Trenbolone Enanthate

Trenbolone Enanthate is a long-acting ester of the anabolic steroid trenbolone. Known for its powerful fat-burning properties, it accelerates metabolism and enhances the body’s ability to burn fat while preserving lean muscle mass. Unlike other steroids, Trenbolone Enanthate does not convert to estrogen, reducing the risk of estrogen-related side effects such as water retention.

Benefits of Trenbolone Enanthate for Fat Loss

Increased Metabolic Rate Trenbolone Enanthate boosts the metabolic rate, leading to more efficient fat burning. This helps reduce body fat percentage while maintaining or even increasing muscle mass.

Enhanced Muscle Preservation While it facilitates fat loss, Trenbolone Enanthate also protects lean muscle mass. This is particularly beneficial during cutting phases, where the primary goal is to reduce body fat without sacrificing muscle.

Improved Nutrient Partitioning This steroid enhances nutrient utilization, ensuring that calories are directed towards muscle growth and repair rather than fat storage. This makes it easier to achieve a leaner physique.

Recommended Dosage and Cycle Length

For effective fat loss, Trenbolone Enanthate is typically used in cycles of 8 to 12 weeks. Here’s a general guideline for dosage:

Beginners: Start with 200 to 300 mg per week. This lower dosage helps assess tolerance and effectiveness while minimizing potential side effects.

Intermediate Users: Dosages of 300 to 400 mg per week are common among those with prior experience. This range often provides a balance between effective fat loss and manageable side effects.

Trenbolone Enanthate has a long half-life, so it is typically administered once or twice a week. Consistent dosing helps maintain stable blood levels and ensures optimal results.

Stacking Trenbolone Enanthate

Many users stack Trenbolone Enanthate with other steroids to enhance fat loss and muscle definition. Common combinations include:

Trenbolone Enanthate and Testosterone Enanthate: This stack maintains stable testosterone levels while benefiting from Trenbolone’s fat-burning effects.

Trenbolone Enanthate and Masteron: Masteron is another steroid known for its fat-burning properties. Combined with Trenbolone Enanthate, it can result in a more defined and lean physique.

Trenbolone Enanthate and Anavar: Anavar, an oral steroid, complements Trenbolone Enanthate by further enhancing fat loss and preserving lean muscle.

Managing Side Effects

While Trenbolone Enanthate is effective for fat loss, it can come with side effects. Here’s how to manage them:

Cardiovascular Health: Trenbolone Enanthate may affect cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Regular cardiovascular exercise and a heart-healthy diet can mitigate these risks. Monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol levels is essential.

Hormonal Imbalances: Trenbolone Enanthate suppresses natural testosterone production. Post-cycle therapy (PCT) with medications like Clomid or Nolvadex is crucial for restoring natural testosterone levels after a cycle.

Androgenic Effects: Users may experience acne, oily skin, or hair loss. Managing dosages and maintaining proper skincare can help reduce these effects.

Note:

Trenbolone Enanthate is a powerful tool for fat loss, offering significant benefits such as increased metabolism, muscle preservation, and improved nutrient partitioning. To use it effectively, adhere to recommended dosages, follow a structured cycle, and be vigilant about managing potential side effects. Combining Trenbolone Enanthate with a healthy diet and regular exercise will enhance fat loss results and help you achieve a lean, muscular physique.

[honey-tongue]

My PCP finally got back to me about my test results 🙏 basically telling me to do what I've already initiated for myself irt my cholesterol, aka eat healthier and exercise. Obviously, I am struggling a bit with my ARFID in this regard, but I don't know how she can't really help with that. :x

My WBC needs to be monitored though, so I'm guessing she'll call me back for some more testing at a later date? Who knows.

[jedi-bird]

Went to my appointment. Got mostly good news. Blood pressure is being good, cholesterol still high but coming down slowly, kidneys and liver are good, a1c is still high but coming down so I'm to keep trying dietary changes for now. Lost 13 pounds in 5 months, which might not seem like a lot but was more than I expected to lose, especially after years of being unable to lose anything. I'm going to start monitoring it at home (something I hate to do) because if it starts dropping quicker I'm going to ask for a full blood workup to check for cancer (thanks family history). Redid one of the labs from two weeks ago just to check if I actually have an infection or if it was just a weird fluke. Might have to get an ultrasound though, so that will be discussed at the follow-up.

Rewarded myself by going to a different Joann's than I went to the other day. This one was a bigger store, so it was both better stocked and more picked over. I did find some of the cotton yarn I liked (might chance ordering online if I'm feeling adventurous), plus a few things I had wanted to try. Got some beads and more buttons for projects down the road and managed to find some sewing machine needles that are compatible with my old machine. I came out with a 60 gallon trash bag full of stuff, much to my partner's amusement (and displeasure but I don't care anymore).

I am now home, ate too much fast food (diet restarts tomorrow), and did the necessary chores. I'm now going to shower and go back to sleep because I'm very tired and don't have any spoons left today.

[trivialbob]

This evening I had to wash the dogs. Two of them got messy at the park. As I was spraying Ella, and she was shaking in fear of the warm, soapy water, my Garmin watch started shrieking and flashing. As this happened Oliver was trying to get into the bathtub, because he likes baths. It was chaos.

INCIDENT DETECTED the display said.

Some background: About two years ago I started taking meds for my blood pressure. Cholesterol meds have been a regular part of my diet for a long time. I have a cardiologist and my own blood pressure cuff from Walgreens. The cuff is from Walgreens. The cardiologist came from the University of Minnesota.

My Garmin watch has heart rate, respiration, and oxygen saturation monitoring. It give me a sleep score every morning, which takes into account hours and minutes of light and deep sleep, REM sleep, time spent getting up to pee, sleep start and end times, and stress. Stress is calculated with heart rate and heart rate variability (time between beats).

With my heart condition, the Garmin seems like a decent device to help alert me to something I might not detect on my own. There is even a feature that will check for AFIB.

The Garmin does the more traditional things too, like tracking my steps or recording where and how long I've biked or walked, things my older Garmins did.

When INCIDENT DETECTED appeared I got worried. That message alone could make a guy's heart skip another beat.

It also said it was going to start calling my emergency contacts. Wait, what? First tell ME what's going on.

An online search told me that the watch had recorded a fall or sudden impact. It wasn't related to my heart. I must have smacked the watch against the bathtub while washing Ella.

She jumped out of the tub and got water on the floor as I Googled sudden impact. That probably elevated my stress level by one more point.