BV Causes

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What Is Procardia XL? Procardia XL (nifedipine) is a prescription medication for high blood pressure and angina (chest pain). Procardia XL belongs to a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. These drugs work by relaxing and widening your blood vessels, which helps lower blood pressure. They also improve chest pain by allowing more oxygen and blood to be delivered to your heart. Procardia is available as an extended-release tablet and capsule. Drug Facts Generic Name : Nifedipine Brand Name(s) : Procardia XL Drug Availability : Prescription Therapeutic Classification : Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker Available Generically : Yes Controlled Substance : N/A Administration Route : Oral Active Ingredient : Nifedipine Dosage Form(s) : Extended-release tablet, capsule What Is Procardia XL Used For? The FDA has approved Procardia XL to treat high blood pressure (hyperten...

Candida is also naturally present in other parts of the body, such as the mouth, digestive tract, and skin. Therefore, the vagina is not the only place where people can develop yeast infections. Yet, when an infection happens in other parts of the body, it is called thrush (according to the Cleveland Clinic). A Candida overgrowth also causes thrush, and while it can affect anyone, it is more common in newborns, toddlers, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Because yeast thrives in moist or humid environments, thrush can be developed in the mouth and throat and the nipples or breasts of breastfeeding moms (per the Office on Women's Health). The Cleveland Clinic explains that a thrush infection in the mouth or throat — also known as oropharyngeal candidiasis — is not a major health problem, and is usually not contagious in healthy people. Some of its most common symptoms include white wounds in the tongue and cheeks, redness and soreness, and loss of taste. As...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common type of vaginal infection. It develops when the mix of normally occurring bacteria in the vagina (the vaginal flora) becomes imbalanced, and one type overgrows.  If you've been diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis and treated, you may experience the infection again. Research suggests about 80% of people with BV experience a recurrence of the infection within three months of treatment.   Still, there are some ways you can lower your risk of recurring bacterial vaginosis. This article will discuss potential causes, symptoms, and ways to prevent infections.  FatCamera / Getty Images What Is Bacterial Vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis occurs when the healthy balance of bacteria and yeast in the vagina is disrupted. This leads to one type of bacteria growing out of control.  "Good" species of Lactobacillus bacteria help keep "harmful" bacteria in ch...

What Is Telmisartan/Amlodipine? Telmisartan/amlodipine is a combination medication used alone or with other drugs to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It contains two drugs in one tablet: telmisartan and amlodipine (as the besylate salt). Both these drugs work in different ways to control your blood pressure. Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Angiotensin II is a hormone that causes blood vessels to narrow, resulting in hypertension. Telmisartan blocks the effect of angiotensin II to relax the blood vessels, lowering blood pressure. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker. Amlodipine blocks the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels. As a result, it relaxes the blood vessels and increases the blood and oxygen supply to the heart while reducing its workload. Combining these active ingredients allows the blood vessels to relax and widen to induce blood pressure-lowering effects. This medication ...

Constipation is when you don't poop as often as usual or strain when you do. It can be caused by a number of things such as a diet without enough fiber or certain medications, but it can also result from disruptions to your everyday routine. About half of people who are chronically constipated have what's known as dyssynergic constipation. When everything is working correctly, the muscles in your pelvic floor help to hold organs like your bladder or uterus in place while the muscles lower down in your abdomen push poop through. With dyssynergic constipation, the muscles don't work together properly and the result is dyssynergic defecation — improper clearing of the bowels. Read on to learn more about the symptoms of dyssynergic constipation, as well as its causes and what you can do to remedy it. People with dyssynergic constipation are unable to have bowel movements on a regular basis, usually defined as three or more times a week. You may also have to strain to poop, pass...

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Social media video app TikTok is known for its ability to create viral trends and boost songs into the charts. It is also used to share hacks and tips meant to improve your beauty routines but not all of these are good for you. BathTok has over 795million views and is full of fun and makeshift ways to improve your restorative soaks. Many of these videos claim to restore pH balance and remove intimate odours but instead could cause burns and other health issues. Lemon, apple cider vinegar and excessive bath products can all disrupt your vaginal health, according to Drench.co.uk bath expert Polly Shearer. She said: ""While many popular #BathTok trends look good and follow a certain aesthetic, bathers could be harming their health - and bath suites - by doing so." Apple cider vinegar One popular video on the app with 2.5 million views and 529k likes suggests adding apple cider vinegar to bath water. Apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy for lots of beauty issues a...

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What Is Benlysta? Benlysta ( belimumab ) is a prescription rheumatologic medication used to treat an autoimmune condition called lupus and lupus nephritis, a form of lupus that affects the kidneys. It belongs to a class of medications known as monoclonal antibodies. Certain cells that react against the body are known as autoreactive B cells. One of the important proteins for the growth of these B cells is called B-lymphocyte stimulator, or BLyS. Benlysta works by binding to BLyS, which means that BLyS can no longer bind to and activate the autoreactive B cells. By doing this, Benlysta helps decrease disease activity. Benlysta is available as a subcutaneous (under the skin) or intravenous (IV) injection. Drug Facts Generic Name : Belimumab Brand Name(s) : Benlysta Drug Availability : Prescription Therapeutic Classification: Immunological agent Available Generically : No Controlled Substance : N/A Administration Route(s) : Subcutaneous, Intravenou...