Category: Health and Medicine - Page 2

Upper GI bleeding is a life-threatening emergency caused mainly by ulcers and esophageal varices. Learn the signs, how it's diagnosed, and why timing is critical for survival.

Learn how liver transplantation works-from eligibility rules and surgical steps to lifelong immunosuppression needs. Understand survival rates, donor criteria, and what life is really like after a transplant.

Mouth taping for sleep has gone viral, but medical experts warn it's unsafe for people with undiagnosed sleep apnea. Learn what the science says about its real risks and better alternatives.

Tramadol can trigger seizures even at normal doses, especially in people with seizure disorders or those taking antidepressants. Learn who's at risk, why it happens, and what safer alternatives exist.

Vaccine generics don't exist like regular drug generics due to biological complexity. Global production is dominated by a few companies, while low-income countries struggle to access affordable doses. Manufacturing barriers, supply chain fragility, and unequal distribution create deep inequities in vaccine access.

Polypharmacy in older adults increases risks of falls, cognitive decline, and hospitalizations. Learn how drug interactions happen and how deprescribing can improve safety and quality of life.

Fluoroquinolones and macrolides can prolong the QT interval, raising the risk of dangerous heart rhythms. Learn how to identify at-risk patients, when to order ECGs, which drugs are safest, and how to respond if QT prolongation occurs.

Floaters after cataract surgery are common and usually harmless, but sudden changes can signal a retinal tear or detachment. Learn what's normal, when to worry, and what steps to take for safe recovery.

Learn how to take levothyroxine safely with soy products. Timing matters more than avoidance-discover the 2-4 hour rule, real patient results, and what foods to watch for.

Chest pain can signal a heart attack-or something less serious. Learn the warning signs that mean you need to go to the emergency department immediately, what tests doctors use, and why waiting could be dangerous.