Proton Pump Inhibitors Raise Persistent Diarrhea Risk, Warns FDA
Stomach acid drugs, known as PPIs (proton pump inhibitors), are linked to a higher risk of diarrhea caused by Clostridium difficile, a type of bacterium. Patients on PPIs who develop persistent diarrhea should be tested for CDAD (Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea), says the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If you are taking PPIs, and have diarrhea that does not go away, you should see your doctor immediately, the FDA advises... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)div id=medwormpbiMedWorm Message:/i/b Register forba href=http://www.medmatcha.com target =_selfMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network/a/b, and receive $5 free advertising./p/div
Study: Tai chi helps ease symptoms of Parkinson's
The ancient Chinese exercise of tai chi improved balance and lowered the risk of falls in a study of people with Parkinson's disease. (Source: USATODAY.com Health)