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High blood pressure and high cholesterol are the most common conditions that can lead to cardiovascular disease if ignored. The good news is thatboth conditionsare treatable with lifestyle modifications and/or medication. Some blood pressure-lowering medications may improve your lipid profile whereas some drugs may actually make it worse. Katrina Wittkamp / Getty Images Your healthcare provider will go for the appropriate blood pressure medication for you. Hajar R.Risk Factors for Coronary Artery Disease: Historical Perspectives....

Both terms will be used for the next year as WHO phases out usage of monkeypox. While some people use clothing disinfectants and sanitizers, theyre not required to decrease your risk, she said. Place clothing directly into the machine while minimally attempting to touch soiled clothing, she said. Carol Yepes / Getty Images Are Soap and Water Enough? But sanitizers that contain at least 60% alcohol are the most ideal for proper hand hygiene....

Ear mites (Otodectes cynotis) are common in dogs and cats. Ear mites areparasites, which means they live on and feed off a host. An infestation in the ear is known medically asotoacariasis. Ignatius Harly Putranto / Getty Images While extremely common in household pets, these ear bugs are rare in humans. Ignatius Harly Putranto / Getty Images What Do Ear Mites Look Like? Otodectes cynotisis the most common species of ear mites....

Athlete’s foot, also known astinea pedis, is a common fungal infection of the feet. It typically causes scaly, peeling skin between the toes and on the soles of the feet. These areas can burn,itch, or sting, creating a rather uncomfortable skin condition. John Kevin / Getty Images You have several options to treat this condition. However, hydrogen peroxide is not a recommended home remedy for athlete’s foot. John Kevin / Getty Images...

Deciding when it is time to stopdialysisis a personal choice. For people with end-stage kidney failure,renal dialysisis essential to survival because the kidneys no longer work properly. Ending dialysis is an option, though. Michael Donne / Getty Images It may be a decision you discuss with anephrologist(healthcare provider specializing in kidney care). The final stage of chronic kidney disease is called end-stage renal disease (ESRD). People who find themselves faced with the choice to continue or stop dialysis almost always have ESRD....

But having PsA on its own doesnt necessarily disqualify you from donating your plasma. The remainder is comprised of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and other components. Plasma carries nutrients, hormones, and proteins to other parts of the body where they are needed. Verywell / Danie Drankwalter Plasma donation is safe for most people who are in good health. Some people may feel light-headed or dizzy after the donation or have bruising near the blood draw site....

Sedative Effects Alcohol, as you probably already know from experience, is a sedative. It helps to relax your body and has the potential to impact your sleep. to get to function and enjoy your quality of life, limiting or eliminating alcohol might make sense. Lumina Images / Getty Images This also includes patients who are experiencing oral mucositis or mouth sores. Drinking alcohol can worsen this side effect significantly. Strain on the Liver Many chemotherapy drugs are excreted from your body via your liver....

If you’re pregnant, you may wonder if it’s safe to useantihistamines. Most antihistamines do not appear to be linked to birth defects in the limited studies that are available. Non-sedating antihistamines, such asZyrtec(cetirizine) andClaritin(loratadine), may be OK for use. skynesher / Getty Images Check with your obstetrician before taking any medication during pregnancy. Is It Safe to Take Antihistamines During Pregnancy? They also found new possible associations. However, they add caution given the limited research data on Claritin and small-sample studies of Zyrtec....

Breastfeedingor chestfeeding when you have acoldis generally safe and may help boost the baby’s immune system. However, some allergy, cold, and flu medicines may not be safe to take while nursing. Nastasic / Getty Images Can I Breastfeed While Sick? Nastasic / Getty Images Yes, you might nurse your baby even if you’re sick. Breastfeeding or chestfeeding while sick is still healthy for you and your baby. Continuing to nurse is also a good reminder to keep yourself fully hydrated....

Speak with your pharmacist or healthcare provider if you are not sure. Tylenol and NSAIDs are similar but not exactly alike. Tylenol is bothanalgesic(pain-relieving) andantipyretic(fever-reducing). Verywell / Theresa Chiechi So are NSAIDs but they are also anti-inflammatory due to a different mechanism of action. Can You Take Tylenol With an NSAID? Doing so increases the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding. It is also available as a generic. This risk of this is easier than one might expect....

Tramadolandnaproxen(marketed under the brand nameAleve) are two oral painkillers that can be taken together. This article explains how tramadol and naproxen work, including possible side effects and interactions. It also explains the potential benefits of dual therapy. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images Peter Dazeley / Getty Images What Is Tramadol? Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs called opioids which are prescribed to treat severe pain. Tramadol works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, blocking pain signals....

It belongs to a class of antibiotic drugs known as macrolides. Healthcare providers prescribeazithromycinfor treating certain bacterial infections, such as pneumonia. However, azithromycin does not effectively eliminate all types of bacteria and is not recommended for treating sinus infections. SDI Productions / Getty Images A healthcare provider can help determine whether azithromycin is an appropriate treatment choice. This article contains information about azithromycin and why it may not be effective for treating sinus infections....

Flonase(fluticasone) does not work for the common cold. This article discusses when to use Flonase and how to treat allergies and colds. Antihistamines can also work very well for allergy symptoms. Karl Tapales / Getty Images Viral infections cause inflammationbut it’s different than allergic inflammation. Nasal corticosteroids may help reduce this inflammation but they’re not expressly indicated for this reason. Several medical studies have investigated the use of corticosteroids to treat cold symptoms....