The Risk Factors You Can Control While getting osteoporosis is never anyone’s fault, there are some lifestyle changes worth making that could influence whether you develop the condition down the road. Diet Diet Bone is mostly made of calcium, which means this mineral is vital for building he...
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A sampleof the fluid in the joint may be tested for uric acid or calcium crystals, or for signs of infection. How is arthritis treated? Treatment will depend on the type of arthritis you have and if it is severe. You may need any of the following: ...
How is menopause treated or managed?Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is medicine that replaces your low hormone levels. HRT contains estrogen and sometimes progestin. HRT has several benefits. HRT helps prevent osteoporosis, which decreases your risk for bone fractures. HRT also protects you from ...
People with orthorexia tend to avoid foods they believe are harmful or unhealthy. Here, psychologists share how the eating disorder is treated and managed.
Drug Interactions and Warnings Both forms of vitamin D are considered safe and well-tolerated when taken in recommended doses. Vitamin D is fat-soluble, which means it is stored in the body. Taking too much can build up in the body and lead to vitamin D toxicity, which can harm your he...
Physical activity can also help you avoid osteoporosis, which is a condition that causes your bones to weaken. This condition might be a problem for you if you take antipsychotics. How Does Exercise Help With Schizophrenia? Many studies look into whether exercise can also help with the side eff...
This may be the case if: Your kidneys are still working well. You don’t have any kidney stones. Your calcium levels aren't too high. You don’t have osteoporosis. You don’t have any other symptoms that require treatment. This is called watchful waiting. By keeping an eye on your ...
The fluid is tested for infection or other problems that can cause arthritis. Synovial biopsy may be used if your joint fluid cannot be drained or if you have signs of an infection. A piece of tissue is removed from the lining of a joint. The tissue is tested for possible causes of ...
Prednisone first came onto the market over sixty years ago and is still going strong. But did you know that this common drug used for a variety of different conditions also has some pretty serious side effects as well?Continue reading