Diabetes pills not working? Learn why blood sugar rises, when insulin may help, and what to ask at your next diabetes medication review.

Diabetes Pills Not Working? How to Know If Insulin Comes NextDiabetes Pills Not Working? How to Know If Insulin Comes Next

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways Diabetes pills not working does not automatically mean you need insulin. Your body may need additional

Learn NAION symptoms, causes, medication risks, and treatment options. Know when sudden, painless vision loss needs immediate eye care.

NAION Symptoms: Why Painless Vision Loss Needs Urgent AttentionNAION Symptoms: Why Painless Vision Loss Needs Urgent Attention

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways Recognize sudden changes: NAION symptoms often begin without pain. Act immediately: New vision loss needs urgent

Doctor's Note for Work Online in Texas

Can You Get a Doctor’s Note for Work Online in Texas?Can You Get a Doctor’s Note for Work Online in Texas?

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways Texas allows appropriate medical evaluations through telehealth. A clinician may issue a work note when medical

Noticed blood in stool? Explore possible causes, warning signs, and when to seek care. Learn how Passion Health can help with your next step.

Blood in Stool: What Is Your Body Trying to Tell You?Blood in Stool: What Is Your Body Trying to Tell You?

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways Take unexplained bleeding seriously: Contact a healthcare professional. Check for warning signs: Heavy bleeding or fainting

frequent urination at night

Why Do I Wake Up to Pee Several Times at Night? Is It Normal?Why Do I Wake Up to Pee Several Times at Night? Is It Normal?

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways Frequent urination at night has several possible causes. Occasional nighttime trips do not always indicate illness.

High A1C despite medication? Learn why blood sugar stays elevated, what your results mean, and how primary care can help manage diabetes.

7 Reasons Why Is My A1C Still High Despite Taking Medication?7 Reasons Why Is My A1C Still High Despite Taking Medication?

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways: High A1C Despite Medication A high A1C does not always mean treatment failure. Your medication may

Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding

Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding in Newborns: What Every Parent Should KnowVitamin K Deficiency Bleeding in Newborns: What Every Parent Should Know

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways Newborns naturally have low vitamin K levels, which can increase their risk of bleeding. Vitamin K

Can you have kidney damage with normal creatinine? Learn about early kidney disease, eGFR, urine protein tests, warning signs, and screening.

Can You Have Kidney Damage Even If Your Creatinine Is Normal?Can You Have Kidney Damage Even If Your Creatinine Is Normal?

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways Normal creatinine is not a guarantee:  Kidney damage may exist even when creatinine falls within the

High Liver Enzymes

What Do High Liver Enzymes Mean, and When Should I See a Doctor?What Do High Liver Enzymes Mean, and When Should I See a Doctor?

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD, FACP, CHCQM-PHY ADV Internal Medicine Key Takeaways High liver enzymes are blood-test findings, not a diagnosis by themselves. Your provider reviews ALT, AST,