Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health How Long Can You Survive Without Sleep? After a few days of not sleeping, severe symptoms can developincluding hallucinations and psychosis. The stages of sleep deprivation dont take long to progress, usually playing out over just a few days. Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health However, if you continue to not get enough rest, the symptoms of sleep deprivation will get worse....
Can you die from pneumonia? The sad answer is that you could. Pneumonia is a very common infection. Sukanya Sitthikongsak / Getty Images It can impact anyone andcan vary from mild to severe. For some people, it can be quite seriouseven deadly. This article will cover who is at high risk of serious complications from pneumonia and different types of pneumonia. It also discusses how pneumonia can become deadly and ways to avoid getting pneumonia....
Risks Associated With Shingles For most healthy adults,shinglesis not life-threatening, although it can be quite painful. Untreated shingles can lead to complications in certain people. This might include older adults and those with compromised immune systems. Toa55 / Getty Images Complications in these groups could lead to death. Learn about shingles, its complications and risk factors, and when to reach out to your healthcare provider. Toa55 / Getty Images What Is Shingles?...
It is a long-term condition but can have periods of remission that can last for weeks or even years. Dietary and lifestyle factors can influence symptoms and flare-ups (periods when symptoms are active). If alcohol is consumed, drinking in moderation is advised. PixelCatchers / Getty Images Some people with CD may find moderate alcohol consumption tolerable. If you have CD and choose to consume alcohol, talk to your healthcare provider about alcohol use....
It is a first-generation antihistamine with side effects such as drowsiness, slowed breathing, and sleepiness. As a central nervous system (CNS) depressant, alcohol can worsen the side effects of Benadryl. What Happens When You Mix Alcohol and Benadryl? Getty Images / Yuliya Taba These include: Is Any Amount of Alcohol Safe? Does Alcohol Interact With All Antihistamines? Avoid taking alcohol with all antihistamines. However, they can still cause side effects when taken with alcohol....
Mucinex helps loosen mucus from the lungs. Alcohol can interfere with medications, including Mucinex. However, in limited amounts, there is no immediate danger if you drink alcohol while taking it. Jeff Greenberg / Getty Images However, it’s important to be aware ofMucinex combination medications that also contain dextromethorphan (DXM). Combining high amounts of DXM with alcohol can be very dangerous. This article will discuss the potential risks of taking Mucinex with alcohol....
you’re able to drink coffee during pregnancy, but moderation is key. Keeping your intake within safe limits helps reduce potential complications such as miscarriage or preterm birth. Besides coffee, caffeine can be found in tea, soda, desserts, and some medications. LordHenriVoton / Getty Images Bean throw in and Brewing Methods Robusta beans generally have more caffeine than Arabica beans. Brewing methods also affect caffeine levels. Brand Caffeine contentcan vary by brand....
Coffee contains caffeine, a stimulant that mayaffect blood pressurein some individuals. What Is Losartan? Losartan may be known by the brand name Cozaar. MoMo Productions / Getty Images When combined with hydrochlorothiazide, losartan is known by the brand name Hyzaar. It is usually taken once or twice a day orally (by mouth). Side Effects Losartan may cause side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider about any side effects you may be experiencing....
Westend61 / Getty Images Benefits of Eggs Eggs are known as a strong source of protein. However, studies have shown that dietary cholesterol doesnt have such a large impact on blood cholesterol. It is the mixture of consuming fats and carbohydrates that create a negative impact on the blood cholesterol level. Westend61 / Getty Images Previous dietary guidelines suggested that people limit their cholesterol from food to no more than 300 milligrams per day....
Salmon skin is safe to eat and can add flavor, texture, and essential nutrients to your meal. Salmon skin is enjoyed worldwide. Can You Eat Salmon Skin? Capelle.r / Getty Images Yes, you might eat salmon skin. you’re able to purchase ready-made salmon skin chips if you’re not up for cooking it yourself. Potential Salmon Skin Benefits Salmon skin offers many potential health benefits similar to those of eating fish....
If you have thyroid disease, you may have been told to avoid soy products. However, new research shows this outdated advice is unwarranted. Soy’s reputation as an endocrine disruptor, it turns out, was based on animal and laboratory studies. Human trials, on the other hand, show soy has little to no effect on thyroid function. This article discusses soy and thyroid health. It explains the previous misbeliefs and current understanding of soy’s impact on thyroid hormones....
In the United States,flu season usually peaksin January or February. Is It Safe to Get Both Shots at Once? We just dont know what the flu season will be like this year, says Pavia. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention/Unsplash However, some of the schedulers can be cumbersome. Whats important is that you get vaccinated. What About Boosters? Grohskopf says that authorizedbooster COVID shotswill also be able to be given along with a flu shot....
This means getting it when you have mild symptoms may be better than putting it off until you recover. Being moderately or severely ill, however, temporarily weakens the immune system. This means it may not have the resources to also produce an immune response against the flu. Verywell / Cindy Chung How Does the Flu Shot Work? Vaccinesare designed to stimulate a protective immune response. Theflu shotcontainsinfluenza (flu)viruses that have been killed....
