Author: Ezekiel Whittaker

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 29 2025 Health and Medicine

Contaminants in Counterfeit Drugs: Hidden Toxins That Can Kill

Counterfeit drugs aren't just ineffective-they often contain deadly toxins like fentanyl, heavy metals, and antifreeze. These contaminants cause kidney failure, organ damage, and death. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 28 2025 Health and Medicine

Digoxin Interactions: What Heart Patients Need to Monitor

Digoxin helps manage heart failure and atrial fibrillation but has dangerous interactions with common drugs, foods, and supplements. Learn what to avoid and how to monitor for toxicity.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 27 2025 Health and Medicine

High Cholesterol: What You Need to Know About Hypercholesterolemia

High cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, is a silent risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Learn what causes it, how to test for it, and what treatments actually work-especially for genetic forms like familial hypercholesterolemia.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 26 2025 Health and Medicine

Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia: What You Need to Know About This Rare but Dangerous Side Effect

Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a rare but deadly side effect of heparin that causes low platelets and dangerous blood clots. Learn the signs, risks, and life-saving treatment steps.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 25 2025 Health and Medicine

Macrolide Antibiotics and Heart Arrhythmias: Understanding QT Prolongation Risk

Macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin and clarithromycin can cause dangerous heart rhythm problems by prolonging the QT interval. Learn who’s at risk, how to spot warning signs, and what safer alternatives exist.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 23 2025 Health and Medicine

Medications in Heart Failure: Special Monitoring Considerations for High-Risk Patients

Heart failure medications like ARNIs, beta-blockers, MRAs, and SGLT2 inhibitors save lives-but only with careful, personalized monitoring. Learn the critical checks for high-risk patients and how to avoid dangerous side effects.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 22 2025 Health and Medicine

Hyperparathyroidism: High Calcium, Bone Loss, and When Surgery Is Necessary

Hyperparathyroidism causes high calcium, bone loss, and fatigue. Surgery is the only cure. Learn the signs, when to act, and what to expect after treatment.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 21 2025 Health and Medicine

Esophageal Motility Disorders: Understanding Dysphagia and High-Resolution Manometry

Esophageal motility disorders cause dysphagia due to abnormal muscle contractions. High-resolution manometry is the key diagnostic tool, accurately identifying conditions like achalasia and jackhammer esophagus. Treatments vary by type and can restore normal swallowing.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 20 2025 Health and Medicine

Lactic Acidosis from Medications: A Rare but Dangerous Side Effect You Need to Know

Lactic acidosis from medications is rare but deadly. Learn which common drugs like metformin, linezolid, and albuterol can trigger this life-threatening condition - and how to spot it before it’s too late.

Ezekiel Whittaker Nov, 20 2025 Health and Medicine

Why You Must Tell Your Doctor About Supplements and Herbal Remedies

Many people take supplements and herbal remedies without telling their doctors-but this silence can be dangerous. Learn why disclosing what you're taking is critical to avoid harmful interactions and ensure safe, effective care.