Shellfish allergy affects 2% of adults worldwide and can cause life-threatening reactions. Learn how tropomyosin causes cross-reactivity between shrimp, crab, and dust mites - and how to dine out safely with proven strategies and new diagnostic tools.
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Learn the essential sick day rules for diabetes: never skip insulin, drink fluids consistently, test ketones early, and recognize warning signs of diabetic ketoacidosis. A practical guide for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes management during illness.
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Sugar and artificial sweeteners affect appetite differently. While sweeteners cut calories, they may increase hunger and cravings over time-especially sucralose and aspartame. Learn how your body reacts and what actually works for weight management.
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Patent Term Restoration lets drug makers extend their patents to make up for FDA approval delays. It's legal, but it's also a key reason brand-name drugs stay expensive. Here's how it works-and why it matters.
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Switching to generics is usually safe, but for some people, it causes side effects or reduced effectiveness. Know the warning signs-like rashes, nausea, or worsening symptoms-and when to call your doctor immediately.
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Parkinson’s disease causes motor symptoms like tremor, stiffness, and slow movement, which worsen over time. Medications like levodopa help manage symptoms, but long-term use can lead to side effects. Daily living becomes challenging, but therapy, exercise, and support can improve independence and quality of life.
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MAOIs are powerful antidepressants for treatment-resistant depression, but they come with strict dietary rules and dangerous drug interactions. Learn how they work, what foods to avoid, and why they’re still used despite the risks.
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Addison’s disease is a life-threatening condition where the adrenal glands fail to produce cortisol and aldosterone. Lifelong steroid replacement is essential, and knowing how to manage illness and stress can prevent fatal adrenal crises.
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Learn how to find the lowest cash price for medications by comparing pharmacy prices, using discount apps like GoodRx, and asking the right questions - even if you have insurance.
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After a kidney transplant, infections are the leading threat to your new organ. Learn how preventive medicines, timely vaccines, and daily lifestyle changes reduce your risk-and why monitoring is just as important as prevention.
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