CVST may present with a headache and neurological symptoms, such as weakness, confusion, or blurred vision. Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a type of stroke that occurs when a blood clot forms in the brain’s veins. This clot prevents…
NIRTEQ-ODT remedipant is a prescription drug used to treat and prevent migraine in adults. The drug can interact with some supplements and other medications, such as certain antibiotics and anti-epileptic drugs. Does NIRTEQ-ODT interact with other drugs? An interaction can…
A doctor may recommend surgery for arrhythmia when medications and lifestyle changes haven’t been effective. The different types of arrhythmia surgeries each aim to restore a regular heart rhythm. Arrhythmia refers to a condition affecting the rate or rhythm of…
Macular pucker and macular degeneration are common eye problems in older adults. While they share some symptoms, a proper diagnosis is essential as treatment options differ. Macular degeneration occurs when the central part of the retina, called the macula, breaks…
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,…
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…
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…
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:…
A fasciotomy is a procedure where a surgeon cuts your fascia to relieve compartment syndrome. Your fascia is a thin sheet of connective tissue surrounding and supporting your muscles. Compartment syndrome is a potentially serious condition that occurs when pressure…
Months or even years after an initial tick bite, it’s possible to develop complications from Lyme disease. One possible complication is hair loss, though more research is needed on this relationship. Lyme disease is a condition caused when a tick…