Ascites management relies on sodium restriction and diuretics, but new research challenges old guidelines. Learn how much salt to really limit, which diuretics work best, and what to do when they fail.
Side effects are the #1 reason people stop taking their meds - not forgetfulness or cost. Learn how to manage side effects, work with your pharmacist, and stay on track with your treatment plan.
Portal vein thrombosis is a serious but treatable condition. Early diagnosis and anticoagulation can prevent complications and improve survival. Learn how it's diagnosed, which blood thinners work best, and when treatment is safe - even with cirrhosis.
Generic medications save money but may contain different inactive ingredients than brand-name drugs. These fillers can trigger allergies, digestive issues, or affect drug absorption. Learn what to watch for and how to protect yourself.
Institutional formularies control which drugs hospitals and clinics can use and when substitutions are allowed. Learn how these policies save money, reduce errors, and sometimes create confusion for patients and providers.
Expired medications aren't always dangerous, but they can be ineffective or risky depending on the type. Learn which pills are safe to use past their date and which ones could harm you.
Learn which nausea medications are safe during pregnancy and which carry hidden risks. Discover the most effective, evidence-based options-from ginger to Diclegis-and avoid treatments linked to birth defects.
Remote microphone systems help people with hearing loss understand speech in noisy places like restaurants and meetings. They work by sending the speaker’s voice directly to hearing aids, cutting through background noise. Proven to improve speech recognition by up to 61%, these devices are changing lives-one conversation at a time.
Plantar fasciopathy causes sharp heel pain, especially in the morning. Learn the real causes, proven treatments like stretching and orthotics, and what to avoid. Most cases heal with simple, consistent care.
Learn the correct step-by-step technique for using asthma inhalers with spacers and masks in children under 8. Discover how proper use can increase medicine delivery from 10% to over 80%, reduce ER visits, and prevent misdiagnosed steroid resistance.
