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Erectile dysfunction corresponds to a man’s ability, or lack there of, to develop or maintain an erection of the penis. A complication such as this may prohibit the act of sexual intercourse or result in severe emotional distress. Unfortunately, studies have revealed that the introduction of specific drugs may increase the rate in which…

Recent months have witnessed the dietary supplement industry receive an incredible amount of criticism for the increased presence of negligent practices. As a result, several lawsuits have been filed, insinuating an influx of malpractice on behalf of numerous dietary supplement manufacturers. The list of alleged transgressions consists primarily of companies who have knowingly mislead…

Gianvi (generic: drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) is a fourth generation oral contraceptive that contains drospirenone as an active ingredient as opposed to previous generations that contained levonorgestrel. The inclusion of drospirenone assists in the prevention of pregnancy in women who use Gianvi on a regular basis. However, recent studies suggest that the use of…

As a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), Nexium (generic: esomeprazole) is used in the treatment of issues involving excessive stomach acid, in particular, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Unfortunately, this medication has been linked to adverse Nexium side effects. Those who use Nexium may suffer from severe bone fractures as the result of diminished bone dexterity….

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is characterized by uncontrolled urination accompanied by abdominal pain when laughing, sneezing, or coughing. The typical procedure used in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence is to surgically implant a transvaginal surgical mesh patch. However, in 2008, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning stating that these patches…

In the event that a blood clot forms in an artery leading to the brain, the obstruction of blood flow may result in what is known as a stroke. Should the blockage inhibit the flow of nutrients and oxygen to the bran long enough, the stroke may result in permanent disability or even death….

This week witnessed accusations against a popular health drink brand transform into a class action lawsuit. POM Wonderful, a global brand committed to innovation and wellness, has been on the receiving end of significant scrutiny after they allegedly deceived consumers about the potential health benefits their products provide. As a result, W Rex Templeton…

Atrial septal defects (ASD) is a congenital birth defect in which the wall that separates the upper heart chambers is unable to close completely. As a result, oxygen-rich blood from the left atrium flows through the opening and mixes with oxygen-poor blood that then continues to the lungs. The excess blood flow puts more…