Archive: 2025/11

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By Andrew Brew
In Health and Wellness

Hyperthyroidism: How Beta-Blockers Help Manage an Overactive Thyroid

Beta-blockers like propranolol provide fast relief from hyperthyroidism symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, tremors, and anxiety. They don't cure the condition but are essential while waiting for antithyroid drugs or radioactive iodine to work.

Escitalopram and Pregnancy: Risks, Benefits, and What Doctors Recommend

Learn the real risks and benefits of taking escitalopram during pregnancy. Discover what doctors recommend, how it affects your baby, and why managing your mental health matters just as much as your physical health.

DOAC Dosing in Obesity: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What to Watch For

DOACs like apixaban and rivaroxaban are safe and effective for obese patients at standard doses. Dabigatran increases GI bleeding risk. Avoid dose escalation. Edoxaban needs caution in extreme obesity.