Antidepressants, Blood Thinners, and More
Certain other classes of medication may also promote hair loss. More common among them are certain blood thinners and the blood-pressure drugs known as beta-blockers. Other drugs that might cause hair loss include methotrexate (used to treat rheumatic conditions and some skin conditions), lithium (for bipolar disorder), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) including ibuprofen, and possibly antidepressants.
READ NEXT
Vaccines cause autism. It’s amazing that we’re still having this debate, but once and for all, the MMR vaccine does not — does NOT — cause autism. It just doesn’t.
You’ll help the environment Raising animals for food requires massive amounts of land, feed, energy, and water. A staggering 51 per cent or more of global greenhouse gas emissions are
You’ve heard the expression that an apple a day keeps the doctor away…but what about an orange? Citrus fruits—including lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruit, pomelos, tangerines, and kumquats—are excellent sources of
Our gut is like our second brain. It controls and regulates so much of our bodies’ processes, from mood to sleep, metabolism, illness, and digestion. Therefore, our digestive health is
Feeling the urge to scratch? Try one of these at-home treatments to tame itchy skin and remember that most rashes are minor and temporary. However, if a rash persists or
Being overweight People who have extra pounds—especially around the midsection—are more likely to develop heart disease or have a stroke even if they have NO other risk factors. Fortunately, there
Get enough sleep Don’t skip your hours of sleeping. “There’s an association with lack of sleep and getting sick,” Dr. Mainardi explains. “Medical and surgical residents who would notoriously work
Starchy foods are off-limits Starchy foods contain carbohydrates, and, as explained earlier, they can fit into your meal plan. Choose high-fiber, less processed carbs to get the vitamins and minerals
You find yourself feeling symptoms of depression. Chronic fatigue’s impact on your sleep could also be causing you to experience symptoms of depression. “Many people who are affected by chronic
8. A condition that affects the eyes There are a many chronic conditions such as diabetes, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and inflammatory bowel disease, just to name a few
Regular eye exams are the very best way to avoid vision problems, even as you grow older. If you haven’t had an eye exam in over a year, schedule a
Your lack of sleep While we should be sleeping for seven to nine hours every night, only half of Americans reach that goal. But skimping on your shut-eye can do
Eyedrops It may sound crazy, but certain eyedrops actually exacerbate dry eye symptoms. “Avoid the drops that ‘get the red out,’” Dr. Maskin cautions. Visine (tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic), for one, works
Put away the salt A saltshaker on the dining table makes it all too easy to consume excess salt, which can lead to high blood pressure. So, put the shaker
Vitamin supplements Children in developing countries who eat a bland diet can become deficient in nutrients, and that can lead to dangerous—and preventable—conditions. Low vitamin A, for example, can lead
When patients aren’t truthful about their medications or health habits – If you’re holding back out of shame, you might miss out on some important information that can affect your diagnosis.
RELATED POSTS
© 2024 All rights reserved
