as can be the case in a spontaneous pneumothorax, itcan often heal on its ownif there have been no further complications. More serious cases that involve larger volumes of air can become fatal if left untreated.
Drinking alcohol can lead to dehydration, interrupt normal sleep, and may hinder the body’s natural ability to heal itself. There are certain antibiotics where alcohol must be avoided such as metronidazole, tinidazole and Bactrim because the combination may result in a severe reaction. Drinking any...
I took him to the hospital because of the horrible side effects of chemo and while in the hospital, he caught pneumonia. On paper, he was not doing well. His blood work was not good, his heart and liver weren’t doing well. But looking at him, he was still warm and alert. He ...
Pneumonia Pneumonia is a respiratory infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It can affect people of all ages but is more common among the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. The symptoms of pneumonia include coughing, fever, chest pain, and shortness of breath. Doctors of...
PPIs may also interact withclopidogrel (Ceruvin, Clopilet, and Plavix) which discourages artery-clogging blood clot formation. PPIs may also increase the risk of fractures, B12 deficiency,pneumonia, andClostridium difficileinfections. Overuse, drug interactions, and side effects are not the only pro...