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Medications and supplements that can raise your blood pressure

Article | Updated on March 19, 2021.

Could your medications or supplements be affecting your blood pressure? Find out.

Can arthritis pain medications be harmful?

Answer | Updated on August 5, 2020.

If taken at the wrong dosages, over-the-counter pain medications can harm your stomach, kidneys, liver or heart.

HIDA scan

TestProcedure | Updated on July 30, 2021.

Find out what to expect during a HIDA scan — a nuclear imaging procedure used to diagnose liver, gallbladder and bile duct problems.

Virtual colonoscopy

TestProcedure | Updated on July 23, 2021.

Unlike other colon cancer screening tests, this imaging test doesn't use a scope to examine your colon. Learn how it works and what to expect.

Positron emission tomography scan

TestProcedure | Updated on August 10, 2021.

Learn how this imaging scan can play an important role in early detection of health problems, such as cancer, heart disease and brain disorders.

Coronary angiogram

TestProcedure | Updated on December 14, 2021.

Learn more about this heart disease test that uses X-ray imaging to see your heart’s blood vessels.

Rheumatoid arthritis medications: Dangerous during pregnancy?

Article | Updated on April 4, 2020.

Learn which rheumatoid arthritis medications can be dangerous during pregnancy.

Epilepsy surgery

TestProcedure | Updated on January 8, 2021.

Surgery may provide relief from epileptic seizures when medications aren't working.

Grapefruit and meds don't mix

HealthTip | Updated on February 22, 2022.

Health tips from Mayo Clinic, featuring simple strategies for a healthy lifestyle.

Bipolar medications and weight gain

Answer | Updated on January 31, 2018.

Some medications used to treat bipolar disorder can increase your appetite or cause changes in metabolism leading to weight gain.

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