Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
Corneal Ulcers and Contact Lenses: Risks, Symptoms, and When to Seek Emergency Care
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 22 8Corneal ulcers from contact lens use can cause permanent vision loss. Learn the warning signs, why sleeping in lenses is dangerous, and exactly what to do if you suspect an infection.
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Metabolic Rate: How Adaptive Thermogenesis Sabotages Weight Loss and How Reverse Dieting Can Help
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 19 10Adaptive thermogenesis slows your metabolism after weight loss, making regain likely. Reverse dieting-gradually increasing calories-can help restore metabolic rate. Learn how it works, what actually helps, and why most diets fail long-term.
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Autoimmune Hepatitis: What It Is, How It's Diagnosed, and How It's Treated
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 18 15Autoimmune hepatitis is a rare but serious liver condition where the immune system attacks liver cells. Learn how it's diagnosed, treated with steroids and immunosuppressants, and managed long-term to prevent liver failure.
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Multiple Sclerosis: How the Immune System Attacks the Nervous System
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 16 12Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the myelin sheath around nerves, disrupting communication in the brain and spinal cord. Learn how it starts, what symptoms it causes, and how modern treatments are changing outcomes.
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Fungal Skin Infections: Candida, Ringworm, and Antifungals Explained
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 15 0Learn how to identify and treat common fungal skin infections like Candida and ringworm, including the most effective antifungals, why they recur, and how to prevent them.
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Pterygium: How Sun Exposure Fuels Eye Growth and What Surgery Can Do
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 14 8Pterygium is a sun-induced eye growth that can blur vision and block sight. Learn how UV exposure causes it, what surgery options exist, and how to prevent it before it's too late.
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Sun Protection: How to Prevent Photosensitivity Side Effects
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 12 9Photosensitivity makes sun exposure dangerous-even through windows. Learn how SPF 50+, UPF clothing, sunscreen application, and oral supplements like nicotinamide can prevent severe reactions caused by medications or autoimmune conditions.
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How to Manage Pediatric Medication Side Effects at Home
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 9 10Learn how to safely manage common pediatric medication side effects at home, from stomach upset to allergic reactions. Get practical steps, red flags, storage tips, and when to call the doctor.
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Alcohol and Diabetes Medications: Understanding Hypoglycemia and Liver Risks
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 8 9Drinking alcohol with diabetes meds like metformin, insulin, or sulfonylureas can cause dangerous drops in blood sugar and liver damage. Learn how to recognize the risks and stay safe.
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Vitiligo Treatment: How Phototherapy Works and Why It’s Combined with Topical Therapy
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 7 15Phototherapy with NB-UVB is the most effective treatment for vitiligo, helping restore pigment to white patches. It's not combined with depigmentation-those are two separate strategies. Learn how it works, what to expect, and why combining it with topical creams boosts results.
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