Diuretics are a method for reducing blood pressure. There are different kinds and work in different ways. They have other uses as well. This …
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Congestive Heart Failure
Congestive heart failure is explained in lay terms and exacerbations of congestive heart failure are explained as well. How our heart …
What is Hypertension
Hypertension is a common problem. Here is an introduction. What is blood pressure? Blood pressure is a vital part of our life. Blood …
The Triple Whammy
Certain combinations of medications are more prone to damaging kidneys. The infamous triple whammy, a combination of a diuretic, ACE …
Thiazide Diuretics for Hypertension
Thiazide diuretics are an important mainstay of the hypertensive treatment formulary. Here is a bit on how they work, and what problems they …
Loop Diuretics for Hypertension
Loop diuretics such as furosemide are potent reducers of blood pressure. Here is how they work, what side effects they cause, and what they …
Yellow Vision Xanthopsia
Xanthopsia is the condition of seeing the world in yellow. Yellow vision is a very rare medical complaint. Known possible causes are …