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In the wake of two tragic deaths that occurred within the ranks of the U.S. Army, officials are conducting a comprehensive investigation in to what may have caused the unfortunate circumstances. While authorities are still in the process of deliberating the probable cause of death, autopsy reports indicated traces of dimethylamylamine (DMAA) in each…

Once believed to be a revolutionary breakthrough in the prevention of male pattern baldness, Propecia has transgressed into a major concern in the medical community. Amidst speculation that the popular hair treatment may coincide with potentially fatal complications, are the unexplained actions by Merck that witnessed the removal of Propecia website content. While ambiguous…

Vytorin (ezetimibe and simvastatin) is used in the treatment of patients who may have dangerously high cholesterol. More specifically, Vytorin may assist in lowering the concentration of “bad” cholesterol, while it also raises the levels of “good” cholesterol. Unfortunately, recent evidence lends weight to the long-suspected link between Vytorin and catastrophic side effects. Vytorin…

As the name suggests, genital shrinkage is directly correlated to the loss of penile and testicular mass. While this condition may not present any life-threatening circumstances, it may significantly interfere with a man’s quality of life in a profound way. Unfortunately, certain outside factors may contribute to the rate in which this debilitating condition…

Blood clots are a common safety mechanism tasked with preventing the excessive displacement of blood. However, the unnecessary development of a a blood clot may prove to be detrimental to one’s health and result in severe, life-threatening complications. While already considered a common anomaly, certain outside factors may increase the rate in which blood…

Managing and maintaining a healthy cholesterol level begins with a healthy lifestyle. However, Simcor (niacin and simvastatin) is a prescription cholesterol medication intended to help people who are, otherwise, unable to do so on their own. Unfortunately, the prolonged use of Simcor may coincide with severe, life-threatening side effects. Patients who undergo a strict…

Contributing to Merck’s arsenal of already prominent diabetes medications, Januvia (generic: sitagliptin) treatment is administered to assist in the regulation of blood sugar levels. Its unique formula is capable of managing type 2 diabetes. However, treatment with this diabetes medication may coincide with severe Januvia side effects. Recent studies suggest that patients who take…

Metal-on-metal hip implants produced by Stryker are surgically implanted in those who have lost functionality of their hip joint. Replacing an otherwise damaged joint with a Stryker hip implant, therefore, provides recipients with a means of regaining a wider range of movement that is absent of pain and discomfort. Of significant concern, however, are…