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Can Methotrexate for RA Cause Body Odor?
Can Methotrexate for RA Cause Body Odor?

Are you concerned that you or someone you know are experiencing body odor changes? Several potential factors may cause body odor changes. Whether you’re concerned that you or someone you know has body odor changes, it might be a difficult situation to address. Read on to learn more about ways to manage or treat body odor changes.

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Health, Medications, Side Effects, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Body Odor, Autoimmune Disease, COVID, Genetics, Risk factors, Lifestyle ChangesRoss PhanMethotrexate, rheumatoid arthritis, RA, autoimmune disease, sense of smell, sweating, liver function, COVID-19, cigarette smoking, sinus problems, nasal problems, nose problems, head injuries, facial injuries, nutritional deficiencies, low vitamins, low zinc, low copper, medical conditions, bacteria, body odor, diet, puberty, hormone changes, medications, lifestyle factors, environmental factors, genetics, body hair, obesity, excess weight, overweight, Ross Phan, stress, hot weather, changes in smell of your breath, smell different, personal habits, prevent body odor, manage body odor, treating body odor, Botox, Botulinum toxin, surgery, electromagnetic device, healthcare providers, side effects, smoking, exercise, DMARD, disease modifying antirheumatic drug, different body odor, MTX, change of smell, loss of smell, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, gout, hyperhydrosis, excessive sweating, hyperthyroidism, overactive thyroid, infectious diseases, bacterial skin infections, kidney problems, kidney disease, liver problems, liver disease, diabetic ketoacidosis, DKA, changes in smell of breathComment
Risk of Infection in People Using Humira for Inflammatory Bowel Disorder
Risk of Infection in People Using Humira for Inflammatory Bowel Disorder

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — including Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) — is linked to a higher risk of infections. Certain medications — like adalimumab (Humira) — may also increase your risk of infections. But if you suspect that you have an infection, what should you do? Read on to learn more.

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Biologics, Health, IBD, Medications, Prevention, Risk factors, Side Effects, Treatment, Infections, Infectious DiseasesRoss Phaninfection, ID, infectious diseases, fever, cold, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, inflammation, chronic inflammation, Crohn's diseasae, Ulcerative colitis, Humira, adalimumab, IBD comorbidities, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, TNF-alpha, TNF-alpha inhibitorComment
Heart disease with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Heart disease with Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — including Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) — is linked to a higher risk of heart attacks. Flare-ups may further increase this risk. Read on to learn more.

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Blood clots, Crohn's disease, Health, IBD, Prevention, Risk factors, Ulcerative colitis, Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Disease, CAD, Heart attacksRoss PhanInflammatory Bowel Disease, chronic inflammation, IBD, Crohn's diseasae, Ulcerative colitis, heart disease, heart attacks, cholesterol, cholesterol buildup, coronary artery disease, CAD, blood clots, Ross Phan, IBD flare-ups, flares, flare-ups, heart-related problems, risk factors, healthy heart, platelets, blood vessels, lipidsComment
Blood Thinners to Prevent Blood Clots in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Blood Thinners to Prevent Blood Clots in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — including Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) — is linked to a higher risk of blood clots. Flare-ups may further increase this risk. But are blood thinners okay in people with IBD, who may have symptoms of bloody diarrhea or rectal bleeding during flare-ups? Read on to learn more.

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Health, Medications, Risk factors, Side Effects, Treatment, IBD, Blood thinners, Blood clots, Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis, PreventionRoss PhanInflammatory Bowel Disease, IBD, Crohn's diseasae, CD, UC, Ulcerative colitis, inflammation, chronic inflammation, blood clots, blood thinners, VTE, DVT, PE, venous thromboembolism, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, heart attacks, stroke, anticoagulants, platelets, antiplatelets, bleeding problems, aspirin, prevent blood clots, risk factors, easy bruising, easy bleeding, serious side effects, severe side effects, side effects, Ross PhanComment
Bone Density and Epilepsy: Are Antiepileptic Drugs a Risk for Osteoporosis?
Bone Density and Epilepsy: Are Antiepileptic Drugs a Risk for Osteoporosis?

Epilepsy is linked to a higher risk for osteoporosis and an increased risk of fractures (broken bones). Long-term use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) can also put you at a higher risk for fractures. Read on to learn more.

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Health, Medications, Epilepsy, Seizures, Osteoporosis, Falls, Side Effects, Mental Health, AED, Risk factors, Osteopenia, Women's Health, Prevention, Treatment, Lifestyle ChangesRoss Phanside effects, fractures, bones, BMD, bone mineral density, bone loss, bone density, bone mass, broken bones, depression, weight-bearing exercises, weight training, jogging, vitamin D deficiency, anticonvulsants, long-term use, long-term side effects, phenytoin, Dilantin, Divalproex sodium, valproic acid, Depakote, osteoclasts, low vitamin D, carbamazepine, Carbatrol, Tegretol, bone turnover, neurology, supplements, alcohol, steroids, exercise, low body weight, bone density scan, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scan, DEXA scan, healthy diet, calcium, vitamin D, smoking, physically active, mucles, balance, independence, strength, tai chi, yoga, swimming, walking, dancing, tennis, bisphosphonates, bone breakdown, Alendronate, RANKL inhibitors, RANKL, enosumab, parathyroid hormone, PTH, teriparatide, Forteo, osteoblasts, building bone, balancing exericises, non-slip shoes, well-lit home, grab-bars, skid-proof carpets, skid-proof rugs, handrails, clutter, sleeping pills, Ross PhanComment