Category: Health Medicine - Page 2

Jan

Health Medicine

Bursitis vs Tendinitis: Understanding Joint Inflammation and How to Treat It

Bursitis and tendinitis are common joint conditions that cause pain but require different treatments. Learn how to tell them apart, what actually works, and how to avoid making your pain worse.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Health Medicine

Psoriatic Arthritis Skin-Joint Link: Signs and Treatments

Psoriatic arthritis links skin and joint inflammation through the immune system. Learn the key signs - like dactylitis and nail changes - and how modern treatments can prevent joint damage and improve quality of life.

Caden Aldridge

Jan

Health Medicine

Nerve Blocks and RFA: What You Need to Know About Interventional Pain Procedures

Nerve blocks offer temporary pain relief, while RFA provides long-term relief by disabling pain-signaling nerves. Learn how these interventional procedures work, who benefits most, and how they compare to surgery and medications.

Caden Aldridge

Jan

Health Medicine

How to Manage Weight Gain While Taking Psychotropic Medications

Learn how to manage weight gain caused by psychotropic medications like antipsychotics and antidepressants. Discover which drugs cause the most gain, how metformin helps, and practical steps to protect your health without sacrificing mental health stability.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Health Medicine

Mental Health and Medication Non-Adherence: What Actually Helps

Mental health medication non-adherence affects up to 60% of patients, leading to hospitalizations and worsening symptoms. Discover evidence-based solutions like pharmacist-led care, simplified regimens, and long-acting injectables that actually improve adherence.

Gareth Windham

Dec

Health Medicine

Pancreatitis: Understanding Acute vs. Chronic and the Role of Nutrition in Recovery

Learn the key differences between acute and chronic pancreatitis, how nutrition affects recovery, and why enzyme therapy, vitamins, and meal planning are critical for long-term health. Understand what works, what doesn't, and how to manage this condition effectively.

Gareth Windham

Dec

Health Medicine

Neoadjuvant vs. Adjuvant Therapy: When to Treat Before or After Cancer Surgery

Neoadjuvant therapy treats cancer before surgery to shrink tumors and test drug response; adjuvant therapy clears remaining cells after. New data shows neoadjuvant-only may be just as effective with fewer side effects.

Gareth Windham

Dec

Health Medicine

Chronic Bronchitis: Managing Cough, Sputum, and Quitting Smoking for Better Lung Health

Chronic bronchitis causes a lasting cough and mucus buildup, often from smoking. Quitting tobacco is the most effective way to slow it down. Learn how pulmonary rehab, vaccines, and proper treatment can improve your breathing and quality of life.

Gareth Windham

Dec

Health Medicine

Naloxone Readiness Plan: How to Keep Patients Safe on Opioids

A naloxone readiness plan saves lives by ensuring quick access to the only medication that reverses opioid overdoses. Learn how to get, store, and use naloxone - and who really needs it.

Caden Aldridge

Dec

Health Medicine

Photophobia: Common Causes and Proven Solutions for Light Sensitivity

Photophobia isn't just discomfort in bright light-it's a warning sign of underlying eye or neurological issues. Learn the real causes, proven solutions like FL-41 lenses, and when to see a specialist.

Caden Aldridge