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Blood pressure medication: Still necessary if I lose weight?

Answer | Updated on February 7, 2020.

Losing weight may reduce — or eliminate — your need for blood pressure medication.

Choosing blood pressure medications

Article | Updated on December 31, 2019.

Get to know your options when it comes to treating your high blood pressure.

10 ways to control high blood pressure without medication

Article | Updated on January 9, 2019.

You can lower your blood pressure without medication. Try these 10 lifestyle changes.

Osteoporosis treatment: Medications can help

Article | Updated on August 13, 2020.

Find out more about your options for bone-preserving drugs, including how often you need to take them and what side effects you might expect.

Knee pain

Disease | Updated on March 7, 2019.

This common complaint can result from an injury or medical condition. Physical therapy and braces can help, but sometimes surgery is needed.

Intestinal obstruction

Disease | Updated on January 20, 2021.

A blocked intestine needs prompt medical care. Learn about symptoms and the wide range of causes for this serious but treatable digestive disorder.

Thunderclap headaches

Disease | Updated on February 4, 2020.

These headaches are sudden and severe, and can warn of a life-threatening condition — so seek immediate medical attention.

Ventricular tachycardia

Disease | Updated on October 30, 2020.

This rapid heart rate can be a life-threatening medical emergency. Know the warning signs and how it's treated.

Axona: Medical food to treat Alzheimer's

Answer | Updated on April 20, 2019.

Axona — Can a supplement treat Alzheimer's disease?

Female sexual dysfunction

Disease | Updated on December 17, 2020.

Learn more about female sexual difficulties — what causes them and possible treatments, including medications.

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