Honestly, no woman should d!e during pregnancy or while giving birth.

For many women with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), pregnancy is not a smooth journey, it is a serious battle

For them it’s beyond morning sickness or swollen feet.

They experience painful crises that can strike without warning, serious tiredness that makes standing feel like climbing a hill, and severe anemia that drains life from both mother and baby.

Despite all these , there is hope for women with SCD as they still record safe and successful pregnancies when they get the right care, early enough.

In this post I have broken it down to ; the causes, symptoms, risks, and how women can still have safe pregnancies.

Open comment for details 👇 🩸 What is Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)?

SCD is a genetic blood disorder that makes red blood cells:
-Rigid and sticky
-Shaped like a sickle (crescent moon)
-Block blood flow, causing pain and damage
-Break down too early, leading to anemia

These unwanted changes makes the body struggle to carry oxygen and in pregnancy, that shortage affects two lives at once.

If you don’t sleep well at night, this post is for you

Sleeping well is an underrated blessing.

Some people are usually worried once the day begins to get darker .

Why is it so hard for you to sleep and what can you do to fix it?

Come with me 👇 🏷️WHAT IS INSOMNIA?

This is a sleep disorder where an individual experiences repeated difficulty with sleep initiation, maintenance, quality, and consolidation.

It occurs despite having adequate time and opportunity to sleep

Insomnia can interrupt our physical activities and mental health function.

It is important to note that sleep desire and habits vary from person to person.

And this should not be mistaken for Insomnia.

🏷️SOME NORMAL SLEEP HABITS

-Natural changes in sleep need as we age

-Late risers/ night owls; sleep late and wake late

-Early birds/ Early risers; sleep early and wake early

-Short sleepers; could be genetic and harmless

-Learned sleep pattern; this may be due to one's job pattern

BENEFITS OF ZINC IN FERTILITY

In Men:

🍭Boosts Sperm Production:
Zinc is essential for the creation of healthy sperm. Low zinc may lead to low sperm count or poor-quality sperm. 🍭Improves Sperm Motility:
It helps sperm swim better—important for reaching and fertilizing the egg.

🍭Maintains Testosterone Levels:
Zinc supports healthy testosterone, a key hormone for male fertility and sexual function.

BUNION: Let's talk about this bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe.

Come with me👇 A Bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe.

Medically it is called hallux vagus.

It develops inside the big toe joint called the MTP joint.

When bunions occur in the pinky toes, they are called bunionettes.

HEALTH OF AFRICAN PEAR

Most of us enjoy it more with roasted corn or boiled corn, and sometimes we eat it alone.

Apart from the soft texture and sweet taste, African pear is a natural multivitamin wrapped in purple or blue skin.

Let me explain in the comment 👇🏽I WHAT IS AFRICAN PEAR?
Scientifically it is called Dacryodes edulis, and it’s a tropical fruit native to Nigeria and other parts of Central and West Africa.

It’s rich in oils, vitamins, proteins, and antioxidants. Whether you boil it, roast it, or eat it raw, this fruit is nutritionally blessed.

LIVER CIRRHOSIS

This minute the liver is fine. The next minute alcohol, infections or fat attacks it. Then you hear, "He died of liver problems."

But you don’t have to wait till it gets to that point.

The goal is to help you avoid illnesses that are actually preventable. And yes, I made this post because of you

Come with me👇 Cirrhosis is a serious liver condition where healthy liver tissues are gradually replaced with scarred liver tissues.

It occurs as a result of other liver conditions that have persistently affected the liver for a long time.

For example; chronic alcoholism and Hepatitis.

This is how it happens ;

LIVER CIRRHOSIS

Cirrhosis is a serious liver condition where healthy liver tissues are gradually replaced with scarred liver tissues.

It occurs as a result of other liver conditions that have persistently affected the liver for a long time.

For example; chronic alcoholism and Hepatitis.

This is how it happens : Open thread 🧵 Whenever the liver is attacked, by an infection or alcohol overuse, it makes efforts to heal and get back to work

Through this process of self-repair, it forms scars.

When these scars become plenty, the Liver fails at doing its job properly.

It graduates from this stage to Chronic Liver failure.

Perhaps, you may think Cirrhosis comes like a thief in the night to cause Liver failure.

No, it doesn't occur that way.

It is a progressive condition.

Not every woman experiences a smooth menstrual cycle.

While some have regular, stress-free periods, others silently battle with monthly struggles.

I’ll be breaking down 7 types of abnormal periods and practical ways to improve your experiences.

Come with me👇 Some women go through their lives experiencing smooth, predictable periods that come without excessive pain, no surprises, and no stress.

Every month, their period is right on schedule, it shows up, does its thing, and leaves quietly.

But for others? It’s a different story.

Imagine bleeding so heavily that you can’t step out without dealing with excruciating cramps that leave you curled up in bed, unable to function. Hitting as far as skipping work or classes.

Some women don’t even see their periods for months, while others experience two cycles in a single month.

All of these sound exhausting, especially if you can relate.

This evening, I’ll be breaking down 7 types of abnormal periods, their causes, and how to deal with them.

If you’ve ever felt like something wasn’t right with your cycle, this post is for you.

Keep coming👇

Diseases like DIABETES, KIDNEY PROBLEMS and HYPERTENSION don’t just show up suddenly.

They knock, they whisper and sometimes they scream.

But many times, we ignore the signs until it’s too late.

Are you experiencing persistent fatigue?

Losing weight in ways you can't explain ?

Or maybe Frequent headaches?

Those are not just normal stress. They are your body's way of communicating red flags.

Open thread to learn👇 1. Diabetes (Type 2) : This doesn’t jump out at once. It creeps in slowly.

Early signs include:

-Constant thirst that may feel like you just ate pepper soup

-Frequent urination

-Blurry vision

-Wounds that heal slower than Nigerian network connections

LOW BLOOD PRESSURE : WHY YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE IT

This guy told his boss he has low blood pressure (BP), and his boss said it’s better than high BP.

I completely disagree, and I will tell you why.

I’ll simply cut to the chase and get straight to it!

First things first, neither low nor high blood pressure is good for you.

Each of them can bring its own set of problems, so it's important to aim for a healthy, normal range.

Most of the time, we speak about high blood pressure because of its prevalence rate.

But low blood pressure is also a thing and in some cases could be life-threatening.

Come with me 👇 It is normal to have varying blood pressure throughout the day.

This is because it can be affected by ;

-Stress
-Time of the day
-Food, drinks and medications
-Physical activities
-Rate or respiration ( breathing )

But What is not okay, is when the variation is extreme.

SIGNS OF TROUBLED KIDNEYS AND HOW TO CARE FOR THEM

Your kidneys don’t keep quiet when they are in distress .

The signs might look like and unserious and normal at first, but when you start connecting the dots, you will know your kidneys are crying for help.

Let’s learn 15 of these signs and how to protect your hardworking kidneys:

No rush, just a healthy gist

Come with me 👇 1. Anemia
Anemia simply means your body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to your body tissues. And guess what?

The kidneys produce a hormone called erythropoietin that tells your bone marrow to make red blood cells. When the kidneys are damaged, this signal weakens, and the next thing is “hello anemia”

Low oxygen = tired body organs, and tired body organs = more wahala

2. Chronic Fatigue
This is not your regular “ I’m tired from work” kind of fatigue.

This type lingers for a long time

Why does this happen ?

The reason is because your blood is now hosting unwanted guests (waste products). And your body has to work twice as hard with little energy to remove those waste products.

Just like being very tired despite having an 8hours sleep

The term "Autism" is one many people recognize.

You might have heard someone say, "That child is autistic."

But have you ever stopped to think about what Autism really means?

If you're open to learning, kindly

come with me 👇 In 2013, The American Psychiatric Association changed the term Autism to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This is to cover other terms like ;
-Asperger syndrome
-Pervasive developmental disorder

So, these two Autism make up Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

It is important to note that everyone with Autism presents with different features.

No two persons with Autism have the same manifestations.

This is attributed to the level of brain development.

Let's get started 👇

WORM INFECTION; KEY THINGS TO NOTE

I told this man to deworm, and he asked me if he was a child.

I wasn’t surprised because he’s not the only one who thinks deworming is just for kids.

But here’s the thing: everyone can benefit from it.

Let’s learn together 👇 A worm infection usually occurs when parasitic worms enter your body through contaminated food, water, or soil.

They live in the intestines, where they feed off the body’s nutrients, causing some health issues.

They could be ;
-Roundworms (Ascaris)
-Tapeworms (Taenia)
-Hookworms
-Whipworms (Trichuris)

METRONIDAZOLE (FLAGYL): What You Never Knew About This Popular Drug

Metronidazole is almost like the ultimate “stomach resetter .”

For every little discomfort, purging after a suspicious roadside meal, or one small peppery suya, Boom!

Metronidazole is the next to reach

But here’s the thing: You’ve been misusing this drug all along.

Metronidazole is not a magic drug for every stomach problem and when you take it without proper guidance, you could be doing more harm than good.

Let’s address this right way; come with me👇 WHAT IS METRONIDAZOLE ?

Metronidazole is an antimicrobial medication that is used to fight infections that are caused by anaerobic bacteria(those bacteria that thrive without oxygen) and certain parasites.

Metronidazole is not your regular “antidiarrheal agent ” neither is it a cure for every case of diarrhea.

It has its actual uses;

NATURAL WAYS OF IMPROVING SLEEP QUALITY

Many natural drinks have been used for centuries to promote sleep, but how do they work on a clinical level?

Let’s break down the science behind these sleep-inducing concoctions and how they ac.

Come With Me👇 1. Banana Tea: The Magnesium & Tryptophan Effect: Bananas contain magnesium, potassium, and tryptophan, all of which play a role in sleep regulation.

Magnesium is a natural muscle relaxant and works as an NMDA receptor antagonist and GABA agonist.

This whole grammar simply means that it helps calm excitatory body chemicals called neurotransmitters and this helps to promote relaxation.

According to research, magnesium deficiency has been linked to insomnia and restless sleep.

Tryptophan on the other hand is an amino acid precursor for serotonin and melatonin, which are neurotransmitters essential for sleep regulation

YOU ARE DAMAGING YOUR KIDNEYS AND BLAMING VILLAGE PEOPLE

Here’s How ;

Come with me 👇 1. Not drinking enough water : Your kidneys need water to take out waste and toxins from your body.

But instead of water, some people tend to drink more of soda, and sugary drinks every day.

When you don’t stay hydrated, your kidneys work harder and may start to wear out over time.

Aim for 2–3 liters of clean water daily and take more if you’re active or in a hot environment.

YOUR KIDNEYS WILL GIVE YOU SOME SIGNS IF SOMETHING IS GOING WRONG

Your kidneys don’t keep quiet when they are in distress .

The signs might look like and unserious and normal at first, but when you start connecting the dots, you will know your kidneys are crying for help.

Let’s learn 15 of these signs and how to protect your hardworking kidneys:

No rush, just a healthy gist

Come with me 👇 1. Anemia
Anemia simply means your body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to your body tissues. And guess what?

The kidneys produce a hormone called erythropoietin that tells your bone marrow to make red blood cells. When the kidneys are damaged, this signal weakens, and the next thing is “hello anemia”

Low oxygen = tired body organs, and tired body organs = more wahala

2. Chronic Fatigue
This is not your regular “ I’m tired from work” kind of fatigue.

This type lingers for a long time

Why does this happen ?

The reason is because your blood is now hosting unwanted guests (waste products). And your body has to work twice as hard with little energy to remove those waste products.

Just like being very tired despite having an 8hours sleep

PROSTATE CANCER

I need most men to think about their prostate health before it starts causing problems.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, yet it often grows silently, showing no obvious symptoms in the early stages.

By the time it is ready to make itself known, the battle is way tougher.

However, there is good news. Early detection can be a typical game-changer.
In this thread, let's break things.

Come with me 👇 PROSTATE CANCER

Prostate Cancer is one of the most common cancers in men

It starts in the prostate gland, a part of the male reproductive system located just below the bladder.

This gland produces fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.

The fluid is rich in zinc, enzymes, and citric acid and adds up to the volume of semen.

Apart from adding to the semen volume, the fluid also lubricates the urethra.

HEART ATTACK vs. CARDIAC ARREST: THE DIFFERENCE

Heart attacks and cardiac arrests are not the same thing, but people oftentimes, mix them up.

Let’s fix that in this thread.

Come with me 👇 To understand what a heart attack is about, picture it as a plumbing issue where blood flow to the heart is blocked.

On the other hand, picture cardiac arrest as an electrical issue where the heart stops beating suddenly. Like when NEPA takes light.

Both of them are not friendly , both of them require immediate attention.

However, both of them are not twins!

Let’s break it down further; keep coming 👇

5 REASONS WHY TAKING EXCESSIVE SUPPLEMENTS IS BAD

Come with me 👇 🖊️Toxicity and Overdose; Some vitamins are water soluble and can be stored in the body. For example ; vitamin A, D, E, and K.

Taking too much of them can lead to toxicity, causing issues like liver damage, nausea, nerve issues, or even de@th in severe cases.

SLEEPING POSITIONS: HOW THEY AFFECT YOUR HEALTH

Ever woken up from sleep and you’re feeling like you just wrestled a ghost in your sleep or maybe you just left a boxing ring?

To think that you went to bed fine, but on waking, you realize your neck is stiff, your back is sore, and you’re questioning so many factors.

Well, sorry about that. But what if I told you that your sleeping position might be to blame?

The way you sleep goes beyond making you feel refreshed, it can affect everything from your digestion to breathing, to your spine health, and even blood circulation.

Let’s learn this together 👇 BACK SLEEPING (Supine Position)

Oftentimes, lying on your back is seen as the gold standard, especially for spinal alignment.

By sleeping this way, your head, neck, and spine maintain a neutral position, which reduces unnecessary pressure on your joints.

It also prevents facial wrinkles, as your pillow is not rubbing against your skin all night.

For people with acid reflux, it’s a good position for you and you could simply elevate your head slightly, and gravity does the rest.