May 2023 Health & Medication Archive
Looking for short, useful reads published in May 2023? This page pulls together that month’s posts so you can scan topics fast and pick what helps you right now. Each item below highlights what the post covers and one quick practical takeaway.
Heart, meds and long-term care
Sildenafil (Viagra) came up in a post about heart health: it was developed for heart issues and can affect blood flow, but you should never try it without a doctor, especially if you take nitrates. Another post on clonidine listed side effects like drowsiness and low heart rate—watch for those and call your clinician if they appear. For viral care, we shared Ledipasvir success stories for Hepatitis C and a piece on Ritonavir that focused on how social support improves adherence and quality of life. Quick tip: if you’re on antiviral or heart meds, keep a simple symptom log and bring it to appointments.
Breathing, digestion and gut links
We explored how heartburn and GERD can trigger or worsen asthma by irritating airways, and how asthma meds can sometimes loosen the esophagus valve. There’s also a post connecting hemorrhoids with IBS—straining and irregular bowels raise risk. If you deal with both reflux and breathing symptoms, ask your doctor about treating reflux first to see if breathing improves.
On digestion and supplements, licorice supplements got attention for easing indigestion and supporting immunity for some people. Remember: herbal doesn’t mean harmless—check interactions with blood pressure meds.
For quick relief on the road, a travel guide for dealing with a runny nose suggested hydration, saline sprays and rest. Simple measures often do most of the work.
Eyes, skin and everyday care
Contact lens wearers read about eye swelling: clean lenses, limit wear time and remove lenses at the first sign of pain or redness. Skin-wise, azelaic acid was linked to balancing the skin microbiome and reducing redness and acne; it’s a gentle option to discuss with your dermatologist. Small step: swap one product at a time and watch for reactions over two weeks.
We also covered electrolytes and muscle spasms—low potassium or sodium can trigger cramps, so hydrate and eat potassium-rich foods if you cramp during workouts.
Finally, a practical post listed home remedies for trouble urinating—drink more water, avoid bladder irritants, and seek help if symptoms persist or you have pain or fever.
Want to read a full post? Click the titles on the archive list to open each article. If you’re unsure about any medication or persistent symptom, contact a health professional—these posts aim to inform, not replace medical advice.