Radiation and surgery are both effective for localized cancers like prostate and lung cancer. Learn how side effects, survival rates, and lifestyle impact your choice between these two key treatments.
Sudden shortness of breath could signal a pulmonary embolism - a life-threatening blood clot in the lungs. Learn the key symptoms, how doctors diagnose it with D-dimer tests and CTPA scans, and why early detection saves lives.
Learn how generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name medications, and how community health programs are using free FDA resources to help patients understand the truth-and save money.
Biosimilars are highly similar to reference biologics, but minor manufacturing differences can trigger unique immune responses. Learn why anti-drug antibodies form, who’s at risk, and what the real-world data shows about safety and efficacy.
Finding the right medication dose is about balancing effectiveness with safety. Learn how factors like age, genetics, and kidney function affect your dosage-and what steps you can take to avoid dangerous side effects.
Nephrotic syndrome causes heavy protein loss, swelling, and high cholesterol due to kidney damage. Learn how it's diagnosed, treated with steroids and newer drugs, and why diet and monitoring are critical to prevent kidney failure.
Colesevelam helps manage diabetes and cholesterol but commonly causes constipation and bloating. Learn how to prevent and manage these side effects with dose titration, hydration, fiber, and safe laxatives - backed by clinical data and patient experiences.
Antiretroviral HIV medications can suppress the virus and prevent transmission, but drug resistance and complex interactions threaten treatment success. Learn how resistance develops, which drugs interact dangerously, and what’s new in long-acting therapies.
Many medications - from antibiotics to decongestants to thyroid pills - can cause palpitations and rapid heartbeat. Learn which ones are risky, how doctors evaluate them, and what steps you can take to stay safe.
Intermittent fasting with time-restricted eating helps with weight loss by aligning meals with your body's natural rhythm. Studies show it's as effective as calorie counting-with less daily tracking. Learn how to start, what to expect, and who should avoid it.