Asthma is termed as a chronic inflammatory lung disease caused by the airway’s hypersensitive response to allergic stimuli (dust, pollen, pollution, smoke or unhygienic conditions). Asthma is termed as a chronic inflammatory lung disease caused by the airway’s hypersensitive response to allergic stimuli (dust, pollen, pollution, smoke or unhygienic conditions). This results in the narrowing …

VITT is an extremely rare side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine Vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT), also called vaccine-induced prothrombotic immune thrombocytopenia (VIPIT), is an extremely rare side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine. VITT is characterized by the presence of two conditions at the same time: Thrombosis: formation of blood clots, often in unusual sites like the brain  Thrombocytopenia: low …

Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen can all be used for pain relief from COVID-19 Acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve) can all be used for pain relief from COVID-19 if they are taken in the recommended doses and approved by your doctor. Early on in the pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended using acetaminophen instead of ibuprofen for …

Facts You Should Know About Rape (Sexual Assault) Sexual assault is any illegal sexual contact that involves forcing a person without their consent or inflicting such contact with someone who is unable to give consent due to age or physical or mental capabilities. Sexual assault may also involve sexual contact that is inflicted by someone who is trusted by or …

A PCR test is usually more accurate than an antigen test Both the PCR test and antigen test can be used to determine whether you have been infected with the COVID-19 virus. While it takes longer to get results, a PCR test is usually more accurate than an antigen test. Generally, you may be tested for COVID-19 if you: Have …

Lose Face Fat and Jawline Losing weight in a specific area can be challenging. According to the experts, spot reduction of facial fat is not possible. Losing weight in a specific area can be challenging. According to the experts, spot reduction of facial fat is not possible. You need to focus on the overall weight loss rather than targeting a …

Generic drug: sumatriptan and naproxen sodium Brand name: Treximet What is Treximet (sumatriptan and naproxen sodium), and how does it work? Treximet (sumatriptan and naproxen sodium) is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Migraine Headache. Treximet may be used alone or with other medications. Treximet belongs to a class of drugs called NSAIDs; Serotonin 5-HT-Receptor Agonists. It …

Generic drug: naloxone hydrochloride Brand name: Kloxxado What is Kloxxado (naloxone hydrochloride), and how does it work? Kloxxado (naloxone hydrochloride) nasal spray is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of an opioid emergency such as an overdose or a possible opioid overdose with signs of breathing problems and severe sleepiness or not being able to respond. Kloxxado nasal spray …

Ringing in the ears has been linked to vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiencies Tinnitus is a common problem that affects the inner ear. While many people describe it as a ringing in the ears, for some it may sound like high-pitched hissing, low-pitched roaring, chirping, screeching, buzzing or humming.  These symptoms can be exacerbated during times of stress or …

Vitamin K helps with blood clotting and bone building Vitamin K helps your body make proteins that are needed for blood clotting and the building of healthy bones.  Main uses Preventing hemorrhagic disease in newborns: Vitamin K shots can help prevent bleeding problems in newborns with low levels of vitamin K. Treating and preventing bleeding problems in people with low …