Patients taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal bleeding, particularly if they are also taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Endophenotypes are characteristics of a disorder or illness that are not observable. It is hoped that study of these characteristics may lead to better understanding of the genetic causes of mental illnesses.
What medications, prescription and over-the-counter, especially vitamin B2, interact with Crestor (rosuvastatin)?
My 19-year-old son requires more sleep than normal. For the past four years or so, he is almost always tired. He only feels good if he gets 10 or more hours of sleep. This past spring he had mononucleosis, which would explain his tiredness at the time, but nothing explains why it lingers. He has had blood work done but doesn’t seem to get any answers. Any suggestions as to what the problem is or what steps we can take next?
A large study found that middle-aged people with elevated or high cholesterol were more likely to develop dementia later in life.
I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome as a teenager. Seven years ago, I had abdominal laparoscopic surgery for abdominal pain. They found adhesions. I have no history of major surgery or pelvic inflammatory disease. Now, my symptoms have returned. Are irritable bowel syndrome and abdominal adhesions related?
Somatoform disorders are generally defined as symptoms of pain or fatigue with no apparent physical cause. Studies have shown cognitive behavioral therapy to be the most effective treatment for these disorders.
Research is challenging the perception that people can combat insomnia or anxiety by learning muscle relaxation techniques.
Research suggests that for patients who are starting treatment for depression, their type of attachment anxiety should be taken into consideration as a factor in determining the best course of treatment.
My doctor prescribed verapamil for my migraines. I understand this is a calcium channel blocker. Does this also block the calcium I need to prevent osteoporosis?