Stroke Articles A-Z
As this eMedTV article explains, Plavix can possibly interact with several different types of medications (such as warfarin and NSAIDs), and some interactions may be dangerous. This page offers an in-depth look at possible Plavix drug interactions.
Plavix Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV article discusses warnings and precautions associated with taking Plavix. Before taking Plavix, precautions and warnings to be aware of include not taking the drug if you are experiencing any active bleeding (such as a stomach ulcer).
For people taking Plavix, side effects may include such things as major bleeding and flu-like symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses some common side effects associated with taking Plavix (such as headaches) as well as some that rarely occur.
Plavix uses include using the medication to help prevent blood clots in people who have had heart attacks. This eMedTV Web page looks at other uses of Plavix, such as helping to relieve pain in people with peripheral artery disease.
Twenty-five percent of stroke survivors will have a recurrent stroke within five years. This portion of the eMedTV Web site discusses the risk of experiencing recurrent strokes, which usually decreases over time.
This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at possible glycine safety concerns, such as who may not be able to safely use glycine supplements. This page also provides a list of what to tell your healthcare provider prior to taking the supplements.
Omega-3 fatty acids can increase the risk of colon cancer in people with familial adenomatous polyposis. This eMedTV Web page discusses safety precautions with omega-3 fatty acids in people with conditions like diabetes and bleeding disorders.
Side Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Serious side effects of omega-3 fatty acids include signs of bleeding or high blood sugar. But, as this eMedTV page explains, most side effects are merely bothersome and not serious. This article also lists some of the common omega-3 side effects.
Signs of a stroke usually appear suddenly and may include dizziness, confusion, and severe headache. This eMedTV Web page describes possible signs of a stroke and stresses the importance of seeking medical attention immediately when they appear.
Signs of a stroke can include sudden loss of balance, confusion, and severe headache. This eMedTV segment lists common stroke symptoms, such as dizziness and difficulty seeing. Signs of strock is a common misspelling of signs of a stroke.
As this eMedTV page explains, a stroke is an episode in which blood supply to the brain is interrupted or a blood vessel in the brain bursts. This article discusses strokes and their symptoms and treatment. Strock is a common misspelling of stroke.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or a blood vessel in the brain bursts. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of strokes, including information about their symptoms. Strok is a common misspelling of stroke.