Category: Health - Page 2

Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis both treat kidney failure, but they work differently. One uses a machine in a clinic; the other uses your abdomen at home. Learn which is better for your lifestyle, health, and long-term goals.

Learn how to properly prepare for antibiotic allergy testing, especially for penicillin, to confirm if you're truly allergic. Discover what the tests involve, what to avoid before testing, and how results can save you money and improve your care.

Edema in chronic kidney disease is caused by fluid buildup from poor kidney function. Managing it requires a three-part approach: diuretics to remove fluid, strict salt restriction to prevent buildup, and compression therapy to reduce swelling in the legs. Together, they improve quality of life and reduce hospital risk.

Learn how to protect your health data when using online pharmacies in 2026. Discover trusted verification signs, red flags of fake sites, and steps to take if your data is compromised.

Medication errors harm over 1.5 million Americans each year. Learn the most dangerous drugs, how mistakes happen at home, and 5 simple steps you can take right now to protect yourself from preventable harm.

Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, causes painful stiffness that can last years - but early, gentle mobilization can cut recovery time in half. Learn the stages, safe exercises, and what actually works.

Crossover trial design is the gold standard for bioequivalence studies, allowing each participant to serve as their own control. Learn how 2x2 and replicate designs work, why washout periods matter, and how regulators determine if generic drugs are truly equivalent.

Generic drugs cost far less than brand-name versions, but the labor behind them is more efficient, not cheaper. Learn how volume, regulation, and global supply chains shape the real cost difference.

SSRI-induced sexual dysfunction affects up to 70% of users, but it’s manageable. Learn how dose changes, switching meds, or adding bupropion can restore sexual function without sacrificing depression treatment.

Learn the real warning signs of a heart attack-including symptoms women and older adults often miss-and what to do the moment you suspect one. Acting fast can save your life.

Fluoroquinolones like levofloxacin carry a real risk of tendon rupture, especially in older adults and those with kidney issues. NSAIDs don’t cause the rupture-but they can hide the pain, delaying treatment. Know the signs, ask for alternatives, and stop the antibiotic at the first hint of tendon pain.

Most OTC cough and cold medicines don't work as advertised, especially for kids. Learn what ingredients are ineffective, why phenylephrine is being pulled, and what actually helps relieve symptoms safely for all ages.