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Voquezna: Uses, Side Effects, Dosage, Cost, and More
Voquezna (vonoprazan) is a prescription oral tablet that’s used to treat certain types of esophagitis, heartburn, and stomach infections. Voquezna is a brand-name medication and is not available in a generic form. What are Voquezna’s side effects? Like most drugs,…
Dupixent interactions: Other medications, alcohol, and more
Dupixent (dupilumab) is a prescription drug that’s used to treat asthma and certain other conditions. This drug can interact with certain vaccines. For example, Dupixent can interact with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Dupixent is used to treat:…
Ocrevus: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) is prescribed to treat certain forms of multiple sclerosis. The drug comes as a solution for intravenous (IV) infusion (into a vein). Ocrevus may not be safe to receive while pregnant or breastfeeding. This article discusses pregnancy and…
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis: 7 Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Asking the right questions during visits with your doctor may help you get the information and support you need to manage your condition. NASH to MASH name change Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is now known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). This…
Thrombophilia in Pregnancy: What You Need To Know
If you’re pregnant, you may be at an elevated risk for developing blood clots that could cause dangerous complications. Here’s what you need to know about thrombophilia in pregnancy. Thrombophilia is a condition in which the blood has a higher…
Transoral Robotic Surgery: Preparation, Procedure, and Recovery
Doctors use transoral robotic surgery to treat head and neck cancer. They may also use it for obstructive sleep apnea. It can often lead to better surgical outcomes than other surgery types. Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) is a type of…
H. pylori and IBS: Is There a Link?
There is currently no evidence to suggest that Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) can cause irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). However, as H. pylori has similar symptoms, some people may confuse the condition for IBS. Is there a link? A large 2020…
Can Lung Cancer Cause Diarrhea? What to Know
Lung cancer can cause diarrhea, but this is rarely due to the condition itself. It is more commonly the result of side effects from cancer treatment. Why does lung cancer cause diarrhea? Lung cancer can result in gastrointestinal symptoms like…
The Psychology of Developing New Habits: 5 Tips and Strategies
Something becomes a habit when the action becomes automatic. Here’s how to apply psychological principles to develop new and healthy habits. For many, developing healthy habits, such as cooking nutritious meals most nights, going to the gym before work, or…
Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria: First Aid on the Go
Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) is a condition involving hives and painful tissue swelling. Keeping useful items in a travel bag can help you manage the symptoms and find relief when you’re away from the comfort of your home. “Urticaria” is…