Exploring treatment options for migraine headache
A wide range of pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, traditional, and nontraditional treatments are available for patients with migraine.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Grapefruit-drug interactions
Grapefruit can safely be consumed with the majority of medications, and patients with concerns should consult with their physicians.
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis in obese adolescents
Obese adolescents have an increased risk of slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE).
Intra-articular injections for severe osteoarthritis
For patients with severe osteoarthritis, dangling their legs can help with intra-articular injections.
Generic “caine” is effective for wound care
Most pharmacies have a generic, affordable “caine” medication to relieve pain in wound care.
Neutrophils and lymphocytes
The number of neutrophils and lymphocytes in a blood count can determine if a condition is viral or bacterial.
Glyburide increases adverse neonatal outcomes in gestational diabetes
Glyburide is associated with an increased risk of adverse neonatal outcomes compared to insulin in women with gestational diabetes.
Secondhand smoke exposure is linked to a higher BMI in children
Children exposed to secondhand smoke are more likely to have a higher BMI by age 10.
Prednisone improves function in acute radiculopathy
Oral prednisone can improve functional status in patients with acute radiculopathy due to a herniated disk but does not improve pain.
Older adults with healthy lifestyle have lower heart failure risk
Older adults who exercise, drink moderately, don’t smoke, and have a healthy weight have a lower risk of heart failure.
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