Angina is pain that radiates from the chest, caused by blockage of a coronary artery. Stable angina is not immediately life-threatening and can be treated effectively with medication, but unstable angina is a medical emergency.
I’ve taken Fosamax for 11 years. My bone density has improved. One doctor I consulted told me to continue taking it, but another said it would be dangerous to do so. What should I do?
I’m 80 and suffer from an overactive bladder that hasn’t responded to the usual treatments. My urologist is recommending an Interstim neuromodulator. What are the pros and cons of this therapy?
I have been taking a stool softener daily for two months. It’s helped with my constipation. Are there any risks to taking a stool softener on a long-term basis?
The prevalence of CT scanning has had a marked impact on medical diagnosis, but the radiation from a CT scan is much higher than from a traditional x-ray, and people who undergo repeated scans may be at increased risk for cancer.
A new study is comparing methods of treating leg pain caused by peripheral artery disease.
Opioid drugs like morphine are the most effective pain relievers, but constipation is a typical side effect. it is therefore advisable to take a stool softener and a laxative when taking an opioid.
People with a pacemaker or ICD know they need to avoid MRIs. The FDA says that the CT scans may also interfere with these devices, but that they can be safely shut off for the duration of the scan.
Research found that the cholesterol drug Vytorin, which combines Zetia with the statin Zocor, is no more effective than a statin alone at preventing plaque from growing in arteries.
Home monitoring devices for use by people taking warfarin compared favorably to regular blood tests done at a medical facility.