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Post-Transplant Infections: How to Prevent, Vaccinate, and Monitor After Kidney Transplant

Post-Transplant Infections: How to Prevent, Vaccinate, and Monitor After Kidney Transplant
3 December 2025 Shaun Franks

After a kidney transplant, infections are a major threat-but preventable. Learn how vaccines, antiviral meds, daily habits, and monitoring can protect your new organ and save your life.

International Perspectives on NTI Generics: Regulatory Approaches Compared

International Perspectives on NTI Generics: Regulatory Approaches Compared
2 December 2025 Shaun Franks

NTI generics require stricter regulation than regular generics due to their narrow safety margin. This article compares how the FDA, EMA, Canada, and Japan handle approval, bioequivalence, and substitution rules for drugs like warfarin and levothyroxine.

Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors: How to Manage Gas, Bloating, and Diarrhea Side Effects

Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors: How to Manage Gas, Bloating, and Diarrhea Side Effects
1 December 2025 Shaun Franks

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors like acarbose help control post-meal blood sugar but often cause gas, bloating, and diarrhea. Learn how to manage these side effects and when to consider alternatives.

Celiac Disease and Liver Abnormalities: How Gluten Triggers Liver Issues

Celiac Disease and Liver Abnormalities: How Gluten Triggers Liver Issues
1 December 2025 Shaun Franks

Celiac disease can cause elevated liver enzymes and fatty liver, often before gut symptoms appear. A strict gluten-free diet reverses most liver abnormalities in 12-18 months, but processed gluten-free foods may worsen fatty liver. Screening is key for early intervention.

Fluoroquinolones and Tendon Rupture: What You Need to Know About the Risks

Fluoroquinolones and Tendon Rupture: What You Need to Know About the Risks
1 December 2025 Shaun Franks

Fluoroquinolone antibiotics like ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin carry a serious risk of tendon rupture, especially in older adults and those on steroids. Learn the signs, who's most at risk, and what to do if you're prescribed one.

Acitretin and Tattoos: What You Need to Know

Acitretin and Tattoos: What You Need to Know
1 December 2025 Shaun Franks

Acitretin affects skin healing, making tattoos risky. Learn why you must wait two years after stopping the medication before getting inked-and what happens if you don't.

Drug Nomenclature: Chemical, Generic, and Brand Names Explained

Drug Nomenclature: Chemical, Generic, and Brand Names Explained
29 November 2025 Shaun Franks

Learn how drugs get their chemical, generic, and brand names-and why these naming systems exist to prevent dangerous medication errors. Understand what each name means and how to use them safely.

Cold Sores vs. Pimples: How to Tell Them Apart and Treat Them Right

Cold Sores vs. Pimples: How to Tell Them Apart and Treat Them Right
28 November 2025 Shaun Franks

Learn how to tell cold sores and pimples apart based on symptoms, location, and causes. Get the right treatment for each and avoid spreading infection or making breakouts worse.

Ulnar Neuropathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Therapy for Nerve Entrapment

Ulnar Neuropathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Therapy for Nerve Entrapment
27 November 2025 Shaun Franks

Ulnar neuropathy causes numbness and weakness in the hand due to nerve compression at the elbow or wrist. Learn the symptoms, non-surgical treatments, when surgery is needed, and how to prevent permanent damage.

Colonoscopy Prep Tips: How to Get a Clear Exam and Avoid Missed Polyps

Colonoscopy Prep Tips: How to Get a Clear Exam and Avoid Missed Polyps
26 November 2025 Shaun Franks

Learn how to prepare for a colonoscopy with clear, step-by-step tips to ensure a clean colon, avoid missed polyps, and prevent procedure cancellation. Follow diet, hydration, and timing guidelines for the best results.

Lithium and NSAIDs: Understanding the Dangerous Kidney Risks

Lithium and NSAIDs: Understanding the Dangerous Kidney Risks
25 November 2025 Shaun Franks

Lithium and NSAIDs can cause dangerous kidney damage and life-threatening toxicity. Learn why this interaction is so risky, which painkillers are safest, and what steps to take to protect your health.

Dementia Types: Vascular, Frontotemporal, and Lewy Body Explained

Dementia Types: Vascular, Frontotemporal, and Lewy Body Explained
24 November 2025 Shaun Franks

Vascular, frontotemporal, and Lewy body dementia are three distinct brain disorders with different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Learn how they differ and why correct diagnosis matters for safety and care.