Author: Morgan Macgregor - Page 3
A Medical Power of Attorney lets you choose who decides your medications if you can't speak. Learn how to pick the right person, what to discuss, and how to avoid common mistakes that lead to unwanted treatments.
Calcium and iron supplements can block antibiotics, thyroid meds, and heartburn drugs if taken together. Learn how to space them safely to avoid treatment failure and ensure your meds work as they should.
Depression is treatable. Learn how medications, therapy, and lifestyle changes work together to manage symptoms effectively, based on the latest clinical guidelines and real-world evidence.
Alcohol can dangerously interact with many common medications, causing drowsiness, liver damage, or even death. Learn which drugs are risky, how to stay safe, and what to do if you've mixed them accidentally.
Edema in chronic kidney disease is caused by fluid buildup due to impaired kidney function. Learn how diuretics, strict salt restriction, and compression therapy work together to safely reduce swelling and protect kidney health.
Genetic testing for drug metabolism can reveal why some medications cause side effects or don't work. Learn which drugs are affected, who benefits most, and whether testing is worth it based on current evidence.
Impetigo and cellulitis are common bacterial skin infections with different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Learn how to tell them apart, what antibiotics work, and when to seek urgent care.
Insulin allergies are rare but serious. Learn how to recognize skin reactions, breathing issues, and delayed symptoms - and what to do next to stay safe while keeping your insulin therapy.
Tinnitus affects 1 in 5 people and is often linked to hearing loss. Learn the real causes, proven management strategies like sound therapy and CBT, and what actually works-based on current medical research.
Learn how to time your medication doses to minimize your baby's exposure while breastfeeding. Safe, science-backed strategies for painkillers, antidepressants, and more.
