Some of us may have had this case of embarrassment. You contract chlamydia, and you aren’t sure you can get the right medication because you’re too ashamed to ask. How does the body defend against these risqué threats? In the wild world of sexually-transmitted infections (STIs), Azithromycin is a go-to medication. This antibiotic, commonly known […]
HIV/AIDS is a tricky condition. Most people who have it don’t even know they have it. Thus, one of the most challenging global health crises of the modern era is largely a silent one; but thanks to continuous advancements in medical science, the prognosis for individuals living with HIV has greatly improved. Dolutegravir, a powerful […]
HIV is no longer the morbid eventuality it once was. With the advent of antiretroviral therapy, living with the disease is relatively comfortable, even if the condition isn’t strictly curable. Tenofovir, a potent antiretroviral medication, is a cornerstone in the structure of modern HIV treatment. In this article, we’ll explore the mechanism of action of […]
For men who take anabolic steroids to bulk up quickly, there is a problem. It’s the embarrassing “man boob” phenomenon, known as gynecomastia. This happens as a side effect of taking steroids due to a buildup of estrogen. Thus, in the post cycle therapy (PCT) of anabolic steroid use, finding the right tools to help […]
Most things can’t burn in the absence of oxygen. But your stomach will burn in the absence of food. It’s called gastric acidity. Once you gobble down a few carbs, though, you are fine. And yet there are some unlucky ones out there whose acidity persists even after food, coming up into their oesophagus! Understanding […]
Stomach acidity ruins many a good moment. You could be laughing with a colleague in the morning’s meeting, and suddenly gastric discomfort, often accompanied by acid reflux and ulcers, will strike. You don’t want this to happen every day, do you? Gastroesophageal reflux disease ICD, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome are some of the […]
Sometimes, you can kill three birds with one stone. In the ever-complex world of pharmaceutical innovation, there are miracle drugs that can target three or more physical disorders. Spironolactone, a versatile medication, addresses issues like high blood pressure and oedema, and abnormalities that come from hormonal imbalances, like hirsutism and hyperaldosteronism. This article discusses the […]
Remember? You’re in the middle of an exam, a group discussion, or even a keynote address at a conference. Suddenly, a griping pain in the stomach makes you realize you have to run to the toilet. It’s a matter of embarrassment. It’s a fecal matter! It’s irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and scientists reckon that around […]
One of the most underrated topics in women’s health is bladder pain. Cause of interstitial cystitis, often confused with urinary tract infection. It is a small hell for the fairer sex; 8 in 10 of the people who have interstitial cystitis are women. Don’t worry, though. Pentosan polysulfate (PPS), a low-molecular-weight heparin with anticoagulant properties, […]
Anyone on this planet has a 40% chance of developing cancer in their lifetime. Bleomycin is a formidable champion in the war against cancer’s uncontrolled proliferation, with the pharmacodynamic capability to disrupt malignant cells in several types of cancer. To be specific, it is more effective against squamous cell carcinomas in the lungs, testicular cancer, […]