Osteoarthritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and a leading cause of chronic pain and disability worldwide. It affects an estimated 32.5 million adults in the United States.
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GERD (Acid Reflux): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition in which stomach acid or bile flows backward from the stomach into the esophagus, the tube connecting the throat to the stomach.
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Hypothyroidism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Hypothyroidism, an underactive thyroid gland, is one of the most common endocrine disorders, affecting an estimated 5% of the US population (and up to 10% when subclinical cases are included).
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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Causes, Risks, and Treatment
Hypertension, persistently elevated blood pressure, affects approximately 47% of adults in the United States and is one of the leading modifiable risk factors for heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and kidney disease.
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Type 2 Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition in which the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin effectively, leading to elevated blood glucose levels.
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Gabapentin: Uses, Side Effects, and What to Know
Gabapentin (brand names Neurontin, Gralise, Horizant) is a medication originally developed for epilepsy but now widely prescribed for a broad range of conditions involving nerve pain and neurological symptoms.
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Ibuprofen vs. Acetaminophen: Which Is Safer for You?
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and acetaminophen (Tylenol, paracetamol outside the US) are the two most widely used over-the-counter pain relievers in the world.
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Albuterol Inhalers: Uses, Side Effects, and Inhaler Technique
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol outside the United States; brand names include ProAir, Ventolin, Proventil) is a short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) bronchodilator, the most commonly used "rescue inhaler" for asthma
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Amlodipine: Uses, Side Effects, and What to Know
Amlodipine (brand name Norvasc) is a calcium channel blocker, one of the most prescribed blood pressure medications in the world. It works by relaxing blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood and
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