Latest Articles in Tua Saúde

Tua Saúde
Latest content

Latest content

Wegovy (semaglutide): Indications & Instructions for Use

Wegovy (semaglutide) is a medication indicated for the treatment of overweight and obesity in adults and adolescents over the age of 12. It is a once weekly injection. It works by decreasing appetite. Expected weight loss is up to 15 to 17%. Learn more about instructions for use, side effects, and contraindications.

Women's Health

Hysterectomy: Indications, Procedure, & Recovery

A hysterectomy is a surgery to remove all or part of the uterus. Indications for hysterectomy include fibroids, endometriosis, and cancer. Recovery time may be 3 to 8 weeks depending on the procedure. Learn more about the different types of hysterectomy, recovery, and possible complications.

Diseases and Conditions

Plantar Fasciitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Plantar fasciitis is a condition in which the tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot, the plantar fascia, becomes inflamed and causes symptoms like pain, discomfort or burning. Learn more about what causes plantar fasciitis, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated.

Beauty & Cosmetics

Rosehip Oil: 11 Health Benefits, How to Use (Face, Body & Hair)

Rosehip oil can be used to help fade stretch marks, keloids, scars, wrinkles and smile lines. It has a regenerative action on the skin and can help to strengthen the skin’s integrity. Learn more about the health benefits of rosehip oil, how to use it, and how to prepare it for use at home.

Medications

Ozempic: Indications, Use & Side Effects

Ozempic is a medication used to treat adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. Typical use is for improved blood sugar control. It is not indicated for weight loss but weight loss is a common side effect. Learn more about care instructions, side effects, and how to use Ozempic.

Fitness

Barefoot Running: Pros vs Cons, Tips & How to Start

Barefoot running allows for increased contact between the foot and the ground, which can help to strengthen foot muscles, joints and ligaments. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of running barefoot and how to get started.

Diseases and Conditions

Polycythemia Vera: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Polycythemia vera is a rare type of blood cancer caused by uncontrolled proliferation of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Symptoms include extreme fatigue, headaches, and nosebleeds. It is caused by a genetic mutation. Learn more about diagnosis, treatment, and possible complications.

Medications

Clindamycin: What It's Used For, How to Take & Dosing

Clindamycin is an antibiotic that is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections. It can be prescribed in the form of tablets, ointment, vaginal cream or injectable. Learn more about what clindamycin is used for, how to take it and the possible side effects associated with use.

Gastritis

Gastritis Diet: What to Eat & Avoid If You Have Gastritis or Ulcers

A gastritis diet is a fundamental part of the treatment of gastritis or ulcers and is aimed at relieving symptoms and preventing them from worsening. Learn more about the foods that make up the gastritis diet and what to eat and avoid using our food lists, sample meal plans and gastritis-friendly recipes.

Postpartum

Retained Placenta: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A retained placenta is when the placenta does not spontaneously expel following childbirth. It can be caused by weak contractions. Symptoms include heavy vaginal bleeding, foul-smelling discharge, and fever. Treatment may involve manual removal or surgery. Learn more about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

IBS Symptoms: Top 10 Signs & Symptoms (w/ Online Quiz)

IBS symptoms include abdominal pain, excess gas, diarrhea, constipation, a swollen belly or mucus in the stool. Learn more about the signs and symptoms and find out your risk for IBS by completing our online symptoms quiz.

Cysts

Sebaceous Cyst: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

A sebaceous cyst is a small, round lump that forms under the skin filled with an oily substance called sebum. Inflamed sebaceous cysts can cause symptoms like pain, redness, and warmth. Treatment is not always required but may involve surgical removal. Learn more about causes of sebaceous cysts how they are treated.

Pregnancy

Low-lying Placenta: Definition, Symptoms & Management

A low-lying placenta is when the edge of the placenta is very close to the cervix, that is, between 1-20 mm from the internal os. While a low-lying placenta is not always concerning, it can increase the risk of bleeding. Learn more about the risks of low-lying placenta, as well as symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Nausea

Nausea Medicine: 7 Medications (& Natural Remedies to Take)

Nausea and vomiting medication is typically taken to control the intensity or frequency of the symptom, or to prevent its emergence. They can be used for nausea related to flying, food poisoning or infections. Learn about the medication commonly used for nausea and vomiting and the natural options also available.

Gas

Foods to Reduce Bloating: What to Eat and Avoid (Plus Meal Plan)

Foods that reduce bloating, like tomato, kefir, yogurt, and herbal teas aid in digestion and eliminate gas. When trying to get rid of bloating, you should avoid foods like beans, eggs, and artificial sweeteners. Learn more about what to eat and avoid to get rid of bloating and check out our sample 3 day meal plan.

Diseases and Conditions

Ocular Hypertension: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Ocular hypertension is when the pressure inside the eye is higher than 21 mmHg. It is caused by a buildup of fluid in the eye. Ocular hypertension does not usually have symptoms, which is why it is important to have regular eye exams. This condition can be treated with eye drops, oral medications, and sometimes surgery.

Yeast Infection

Sitz Baths for Yeast Infection: Baking Soda Baths & More

Sitz baths for yeast infection, like baking soda baths or chamomile tea baths, generally contain antifungal and antimicrobial action that help to balance genital pH levels. They also help to relieve symptoms like itching, redness or swelling. Learn about the different sitz baths you can use to treat a yeast infection.

Phimosis

Phimosis: Symptoms, What It Looks Like, Causes & Treatment

Phimosis is a fairly common condition in infants, that results in the inability to expose the glans because of an excess of the covering foreskin. Understand better what this mean and what are the treatment options available.

Diseases and Conditions

Enthesophyte: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

An enthesophyte is a bony spur that forms where a tendon or ligament attaches to the bone. They most commonly occur in the heel. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, and redness. It can be treated with rest and analgesics but may require surgery. Learn more about what an enthesophyte is and how to treat it.

Tests

High Testosterone: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

High testosterone refers to when testosterone levels are above the normal reference level in the blood. Symptoms can present differently in men and women. Learn more about other symptoms associated with high testosterone, what can cause it, and how it's diagnosed and treated.