Aldosterone antagonists are the first-line diuretic therapy for moderate ascites in patients with cirrhosis. In patients who do not respond to aldosterone antagonists alone, the addition of a loop ...

It has been suggested that high blood pressure might increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease (AD). Some studies have indicated that antihypertensive drugs might reduce this risk.

Dandelion is touted for its many potential health benefits. Though human studies are lacking, some test tube and animal studies are promising. Discover dandelion’s potential benefits and how to safely ...

Swelling in the legs, known as edema, can occur after eating certain foods, as well as in response to injury, inflammation, and certain diseases. While edema doesn’t always point to a serious ...

Chronic kidney disease has five stages based on urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR) and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) tests repeated over 3 months. Stages 1–2 often have few or no ...