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Buspirone Augmentation with SSRIs: Side Effects, Efficacy, and Real-World Use 4 Dec 2025

Buspirone Augmentation with SSRIs: Side Effects, Efficacy, and Real-World Use

Buspirone augmentation with SSRIs is a safe, effective option for treatment-resistant depression, especially for those struggling with sexual side effects or weight gain. Learn how it works, who benefits most, and what to expect.

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How to Check Supplement Interactions with Drug Databases: A Step-by-Step Guide 3 Dec 2025

How to Check Supplement Interactions with Drug Databases: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to safely check supplement interactions with drug databases using step-by-step guidance. Avoid dangerous combinations with prescription meds using clinical-grade tools like NatMed.

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Fungal Skin Infections: How to Spot Candida, Ringworm, and Choose the Right Antifungal 2 Dec 2025

Fungal Skin Infections: How to Spot Candida, Ringworm, and Choose the Right Antifungal

Fungal skin infections like Candida and ringworm are common, often misdiagnosed, and treatable with the right antifungals. Learn how to spot them, why they return, and what actually works to clear them for good.

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How to Read Contraindications and Warnings on Drug Labels 2 Dec 2025

How to Read Contraindications and Warnings on Drug Labels

Learn how to read contraindications and warnings on drug labels to avoid dangerous side effects. Understand FDA-required sections like boxed warnings, contraindications, and OTC Drug Facts for safer medication use.

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Wilson’s Disease: Understanding Copper Accumulation and Chelation Therapy 1 Dec 2025

Wilson’s Disease: Understanding Copper Accumulation and Chelation Therapy

Wilson's disease is a genetic disorder causing toxic copper buildup in the liver and brain. Early diagnosis and chelation therapy can prevent organ damage and allow a normal lifespan. Learn how copper accumulates and how treatments like penicillamine, trientine, and zinc work.

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Polycystic Kidney Disease: Understanding the Genetics and Real-World Management 1 Dec 2025

Polycystic Kidney Disease: Understanding the Genetics and Real-World Management

Polycystic kidney disease is a genetic disorder causing cysts to grow in the kidneys, leading to kidney failure. Learn how ADPKD and ARPKD differ, how it's diagnosed, and what treatments actually slow progression.

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IgA Nephropathy Prognosis and Treatment Options in 2025 1 Dec 2025

IgA Nephropathy Prognosis and Treatment Options in 2025

IgA Nephropathy prognosis has improved with new 2025 guidelines. Learn the latest treatments like Nefecon, SGLT2 inhibitors, and proteinuria targets that can prevent kidney failure.

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Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat Elevated TSH 1 Dec 2025

Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat Elevated TSH

When should you treat elevated TSH if your thyroid hormones are normal? Learn evidence-based guidelines for subclinical hypothyroidism, who benefits from levothyroxine, and why antibody status matters more than the number.

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Digital Mental Health: Apps, Teletherapy, and Privacy Considerations 29 Nov 2025

Digital Mental Health: Apps, Teletherapy, and Privacy Considerations

Digital mental health apps and teletherapy are growing fast, but not all are effective or safe. Learn what works, what to watch out for, and how to protect your privacy when using mental health technology in 2025.

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NSAID Sensitivity and Asthma: What Patients Should Watch 28 Nov 2025

NSAID Sensitivity and Asthma: What Patients Should Watch

NSAID-sensitive asthma, or NERD, affects 7% of asthma patients and can trigger life-threatening reactions. Learn the signs, hidden sources of NSAIDs, safe pain relief options, and how aspirin desensitization can help.

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