Four Ways to Cope with Post-operative Pain from Hip Replacement Surgery
People afflicted with osteoarthritis undergo a hip replacement surgery because of extreme pain they cannot endure any longer,orthopedic experts say. The main concern now is how to cope with pain after the operation. Although, this is an inevitable problem but there are also other things to consider as hip replacements are smeared with serious complications such as metallosis caused by metal-on-metal hip implants. Based on media reports, big orthopedic companies recalled their products off the market Read more [...]
Looking Into Antidepressant and Pregnancy
Depression is generally alleviated with antidepressants.However, it is important to know of the risks such as Zoloft birth defects when taking antidepressants during pregnancy. Women who are pregnant can normally feel depress and other types of emotional state.Pregnant women have more depression tendencies and immediate treatment is necessary.
The risks and the benefits should be at par when a decision to take antidepressant is considered.A low percent of birth defects and relative pregnancy problems Read more [...]
Bisphosphonate Drugs May Also Cause Severe Eye Problems
Bisphosphonate drugs are common treatments for osteoporosis, a disease characterized by the extreme thinning of the bones that may potentially cause pain-related fractures if left untreated. With their bone-building properties, bisphosphonates, such as Fosamax, are often used by thousands of osteoporotic women all over the world in the hope of slowing down gradually the thinning of the bones. But these drugs are also associated with adverse effects and the blog on Fosamax injury legal action sheds Read more [...]
Product Lawsuits Mount as Fresenius Faces Investigation on GranuFlo Cardiac Risks
In December 2011, Dugan W. Maddux, M.D., vice president of chronic disease initiatives at Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMC), declared, "Our number one goal is to provide the best quality care possible to help patients live a better life on dialysis." The declaration was in connection with the renal care company's celebration for 25 patients under the care of its dialysis facilities across the US. The company prides over these patients for having reached the age of 100 years in 1012.
Unfortunately, Read more [...]
When Running Becomes Dangerous
Most people say that running is the safest and easiest way to exercise and stay in shape or even trim down your weight. Some doctors even prescribe running to pregnant women at a slow pace. However, running may accelerate to a dangerous level if taken to the extreme and professional advice is not heeded.
According to the Live Strong website, running is a high-intensity aerobic activity that makes normal speech difficult or impossible and significantly elevates your heart rate. However, a Read more [...]