Hair loss is a distressing side effect, and when you are taking a medication for your mental health, it can feel like an unfair trade-off. The short answer is yes, citalopram can cause hair loss, but it is not a common side effect. If you are experiencing shedding while taking this medication, it is important … Read more
Finding blood in your puppy’s poop is alarming, but it is a common reason puppies visit the vet. The blood usually comes from inflammation or irritation in the digestive tract, and the cause can range from a minor stomach upset to a serious infection. You need to call your veterinarian promptly, because puppies dehydrate quickly … Read more
Group B strep is a common bacteria that many healthy adults carry without symptoms. Treatment matters most during pregnancy and for newborns. In pregnancy, the standard treatment is intravenous antibiotics during labor, given to prevent passing the bacteria to the baby. In non-pregnant adults, treatment depends on whether the bacteria causes an active infection, like … Read more
Yes, plain popcorn is naturally gluten free. Popcorn is a whole grain made from a type of corn called Zea mays everta, and corn does not contain gluten. The confusion happens when you look at the flavors, coatings, and preparation methods. Many commercial popcorn products contain wheat, barley, or rye ingredients that introduce gluten. For … Read more
Chili peppers can trigger diarrhea because they contain capsaicin, a compound that irritates the lining of your digestive tract. This irritation speeds up how fast food moves through your intestines, leaving less time for water to be absorbed. The result is loose, urgent stools that often follow a spicy meal. The fix involves understanding your … Read more
High blood sugar affects millions of Americans, and most do not know their glucose level is creeping up until a routine blood test reveals the problem. The good news is that glucose responds quickly to daily habits. You do not need a prescription or a special diet plan to start lowering your level today. Research … Read more
A kidney ultrasound is a common test that looks at the size, shape, and structure of your kidneys. Many people wonder if this same scan also reveals the adrenal glands, which sit right on top of each kidney. The short answer is that a standard kidney ultrasound is not designed to evaluate the adrenal glands, … Read more
The pituitary gland is a small organ at the base of the brain that controls many of your body’s hormones. Doctors use blood tests to check how well it is working. These tests measure hormone levels that the pituitary produces or hormones from glands it controls, like the thyroid, adrenal glands, and reproductive organs. A … Read more
Waking up tired is one of the most frustrating ways to start a day. Your alarm goes off, your body feels heavy, and the thought of standing up feels like a genuine challenge. The most direct way to get out of bed when you are still tired is to sit up slowly, put your feet … Read more
Bowel urgency is the sudden, intense need to have a bowel movement that feels impossible to delay. It happens when the rectum fills faster than normal or when the signals between your gut and brain become overly sensitive. Most people experience this occasionally, but when it becomes frequent, painful, or disrupts your daily life, it … Read more