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What Happens to the Body After Gallbladder Removal? 3 Diseases That May Follow – Avoid Surgery If Possible

The headline “3 diseases may follow gallbladder removal—avoid surgery if possible” is misleading. Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) is generally considered a common and safe operation, and for people with symptomatic or complicated gallstones, avoiding appropriate surgery can sometimes be more dangerous than having it. NIDDK+1 What happens after the gallbladder is removed? The gallbladder stores bile …

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Eight pills you shouldn’t take because they damage your kidneys

That headline is too vague to be trusted without knowing which tablets it means. Some medicines really can increase the risk of blood clots or cardiovascular events, but the risk varies greatly by drug, dose, and the person’s health. For example, the FDA has issued prominent warnings about certain JAK-inhibitor medicines—including tofacitinib, baricitinib, and upadacitinib—because …

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WARNING! THESE TABLETS CAN CAUSE BLOOD CLOTS, BLOOD THROMBOTS, AND HEART ATTACKS

That headline is too vague to be trusted without knowing which tablets it means. Some medicines really can increase the risk of blood clots or cardiovascular events, but the risk varies greatly by drug, dose, and the person’s health. For example, the FDA has issued prominent warnings about certain JAK-inhibitor medicines—including tofacitinib, baricitinib, and upadacitinib—because …

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Who Is Most at Risk of Night Cramps?

If you mean nighttime leg cramps, some people are more likely to experience them than others. Who is most at risk? Older adults — Night cramps become more common with age. Pregnant women — Especially later in pregnancy. People who exercise heavily — Muscle overuse or prolonged activity can trigger cramps. People who stand or …