Abbie_Educates

Abbie_Educates 📢As a registered nurse with a passion for public health education, my goal is to empower you with the knowledge to make informed health choices.

Stay informed, stay healthy, and let's work together toward a healthier future.💯❤️😃

04/04/2025

I encountered a pale-looking young woman yesterday with signs of fatigue, shortness of breath, general body weakness, swelling of the feet, and uncontrolled high blood pressure.

She'd already been diagnosed with end-stage kidney failure and was put on hemodialysis treatment for a while. However, she skipped quite a few sessions, resulting in her need for urgent care.

Due to her kidneys' reduced ability to produce erythropoietin- the hormone that's key for making oxygen-rich red blood cells- her body couldn’t carry enough oxygen. It's a typical complication of kidney failure and one of the reasons hemodialysis is important.

Hemodialysis mimics the roles that healthy kidneys perform, like removing waste and excess fluid, filtering blood, balancing minerals, and regulating blood pressure. Therefore, skipping or stopping hemodialysis can be life-threatening.

I encourage anyone in a similar situation as my patient to stick to their hemodialysis schedules for improved health. It's a life saver!👍❤️

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👀 How’s Your Hydration Status Lately? 💧Kidney-related diseases have been on the rise lately, and we’re seeing more and m...
27/03/2025

👀 How’s Your Hydration Status Lately? 💧

Kidney-related diseases have been on the rise lately, and we’re seeing more and more cases in the emergency department each day.

One key factor that’s often overlooked is dehydration—it can significantly harm your kidneys and, in severe cases, even lead to kidney failure.

👀Take a moment to check your urine colour. 👀 It can tell you a lot about your hydration status. While food, medications, exercise, and even weather conditions can influence your urine colour, the most significant factor is still how much water you’re drinking.

Staying hydrated is a simple but important way to protect your kidney health. When it comes to your kidneys, water is the best choice. It’s calorie-free and has no additives or preservatives.

Use this urine colour chart to help you gauge whether you’re drinking enough water. Let’s prioritize the health of our kidneys from today! 😃💪





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25/03/2025

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21/03/2025

You might think breast cancer only affects older women, but I was shocked to meet an 18 year old girl diagnosed with late-stage breast cancer.

Her mother brought her into the ER with complaints of uncontrollable bleeding from a large open wound on her left breast, which had developed as the cancer progressed.

Upon assessing her in the ER, I noticed a foul-smelling wound with severe bleeding that had soaked her dress. She was weak, pale, restless, and vomited persistently. Her rapid breathing and consistently low blood pressure, accompanied by a higher pulse rate, indicated hypovolemic shock—a critical condition where the heart can’t pump enough blood due to extreme blood loss or dehydration.

Promptly, we reenforced the wound dressing, administered IV medications that helped arrest the bleeding, relieve her from severe pain, and correct her body's fluid imbalances.

She had earlier booked for radiotherapy but had to be rescheduled until she was stabilized. By the end of my shift, my patient's vital signs were within normal, the bleeding was controlled, and her condition improved.

Her mother shared that, despite seeking early medical attention, they turned to herbal treatments until the condition worsened, leaving them with no choice but to pursue radiotherapy in hopes of a better outcome. I hope her radiotherapy session commences soon.

I was deeply moved by her diagnosis at such a young age. It’s a reminder that breast cancer doesn't only strike in your 40s or 50s anymore—women of all ages are vulnerable.

Therefore, if you have a strong family history of breast cancer, I encourage you to seek thorough medical assessment and prompt treatment should the results be positive that you have breast cancer.

It will interest you to know that although family history plays a major role, lifestyle choices can also increase the likelihood of developing breast cancer.

As women, to reduce our risk of breast cancer, we need to:

📌Stay active
📌Eat a balanced diet
📌 Maintain a healthy weight
📌Limit oral contraceptive use
📌 Have periodic medical check-ups
📌 Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol

Early detection saves lives! Don’t wait until it’s too late!💯🤗

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Peptic ulcer is treatable, but many people give up on treatment once symptoms improve. It's important to continue the pr...
20/03/2025

Peptic ulcer is treatable, but many people give up on treatment once symptoms improve. It's important to continue the prescribed medications until your doctor advises otherwise.

Stopping too early can cause the sores on your stomach or duodenal lining to worsen, making healing difficult.

If you're dealing with an ulcer or want to prevent one, here are some key things to avoid:

📌Caffeine
📌Smoking
📌Spicy foods
📌Chronic stress
📌Excessive alcohol intake
📌Frequent H. pylori infections
📌Long-term use of NSAIDs (like Ibuprofen or Aspirin)

By managing these factors, you can reduce your risk and improve your ulcer treatment!💯🤗




📢Signs and symptoms of peptic ulcer you should be aware of. 📝Symptoms of peptic ulcer disease can vary among people, wit...
17/03/2025

📢Signs and symptoms of peptic ulcer you should be aware of. 📝

Symptoms of peptic ulcer disease can vary among people, with some experiencing no symptoms at all. This is known as a silent ulcer.

A silent ulcer may not cause noticeable signs until complications, such as bleeding or perforation in the stomach or intestinal wall, occur. This is a medical emergency!💥

For others, symptoms of peptic ulcer may be present, which can sometimes resemble other problems of the digestive system. Therefore, if you suspect you have peptic ulcer disease, consult a doctor for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.


The mother of my patient became furious when the doctor explained that her daughter had been diagnosed with peptic ulcer...
15/03/2025

The mother of my patient became furious when the doctor explained that her daughter had been diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease after a series of tests.

Earlier, the daughter had complained of a burning sensation in the upper abdomen, heartburn, indigestion, nausea, and vomiting, which had persisted for several days. Her mother brought her for treatment after her attempts with alternative medications proved ineffective.

"The abdominal scan and blood test show that your daughter has an ulcer," the doctor explained. The mother, however, was enraged and blamed her daughter for the condition due to her habitual skipping of meals.

This was due to her misconception that skipping meals directly causes peptic ulcers, though, in reality, it does not cause the disease but can exacerbate symptoms.
The mother was unaware that her daughter had already developed an ulcer, which was now manifesting through these symptoms.

It’s important to note that in healthy individuals, a protective mucous layer shields the digestive tract from the corrosive stomach acids that aid in digestion. This mucous layer, especially in the stomach and duodenum (the upper part of the small intestine), is designed to withstand the digestive acids and enzymes and to repair itself after any minor damage.

However, persistent infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) and the frequent use of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) can weaken this protective mucous layer.

As a result, stomach acids can seep into the underlying tissue, leading to sores, which is how peptic ulcers develop.



📢 Myths vrs Facts of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) 📢💡"Peptic" means the cause of the problem is due to an acid. Peptic is d...
12/03/2025

📢 Myths vrs Facts of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) 📢

💡"Peptic" means the cause of the problem is due to an acid. Peptic is derived from "pepsin," a major digestive enzyme produced by the stomach.

💡An "ulcer" means an open sore.

Simply, Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) refers to open sores that form when digestive juices( acid) wear away the lining of the digestive tract.

😃 I'm excited to start a series on PUD, a very common condition that affects people of almost any age. But hey, for now, let's unlearn some of the common myths of this condition.

Which other misconceptions of peptic ulcer are you aware of? I'd appreciate it if you could share your thoughts with me. 📝😃



🫂 📣 Su***de can be prevented; Know the warning signs.📝Last week, a young man in his mid-30s was rushed to the ER after i...
10/03/2025

🫂 📣 Su***de can be prevented; Know the warning signs.📝

Last week, a young man in his mid-30s was rushed to the ER after ingesting chlorine bleach due to persistent marital issues.

He believed that dying was the only way to end his suffering. Upon closer observation, it was clear that he was deeply depressed, and his actions suggested he could attempt self-harm again.

After stabilizing him, he revealed previous unsuccessful su***de attempts and reaffirmed his belief that su***de was the only escape from his pain. Promptly, he was referred to the psychiatric team for further assessment and treatment.

Su***de remains one of the leading causes of death globally, with depression and past su***de attempts being primary risk factors.

Not all those who die by su***de have a diagnosed mental health condition; many may be silently battling emotional stressors that go unnoticed by those around them.

Therefore, it's important to recognize the warning signs of su***de. Also, there's always a solution to every problem. For those silently suffering: SU***DE IS NEVER AN OPTION!! 💯Seek professional help now! 🫂❤️


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10/03/2025

1/03/25 -Diary of a passionate nurse📝❤️

I cared for a 15-year-old female patient with sickle cell disease in the midst of a painful crisis. Despite administering pain medication earlier, her pain was overwhelming.

Through her tears, she looked at me and said, “Aunty Abigail, I’m in so much pain.” In that moment, I wished I could take away her pain instantly, but all I could do was reassure her, reminding her that Jesus Christ still heals and that we were providing the best care to support her recovery.

To my dear singles: Sickle cell disease can be prevented. Please take the necessary steps to check your genotype before making life-long commitments. 🤵💍👰‍♂

Let’s protect future generations. 💖👬👫👨‍👩‍👦


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Stem cell transplant, also known as bone marrow transplant, has shown the potential to cure sickle cell disease. This pr...
11/02/2025

Stem cell transplant, also known as bone marrow transplant, has shown the potential to cure sickle cell disease. This procedure involves infusing healthy stem cells, typically from a matched donor (often a sibling without sickle cell disease), into the recipient's body.

These stem cells then produce healthy red blood cells, replacing the sickle-shaped cells and alleviating symptoms such as pain episodes, anaemia, and other complications.

However, the procedure carries significant risks, including death, which makes it a rare option. It is typically considered for children who do not respond well to other treatments, like medications and blood transfusions, which manage symptoms but do not cure the disease.

While medical advancements in developed countries offer hope for curing sickle cell disease, prevention remains key. Understanding your genotype can help prevent future generations from enduring the suffering caused by this condition.






📝 ❤️💪People with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) can lead full and healthy lives with proper management and care.💃
08/02/2025

📝 ❤️💪People with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) can lead full and healthy lives with proper management and care.💃





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