Understanding Steroid Use: Risks and Concerns for Young Patients
Corticosteroids Hello, I would like to ask a question. My sister had a severe car accident when she was young, which resulted in abnormal hypertension. She visited a neurologist at Tzu Chi Hospital, who prescribed some medications, including steroids. The doctor mentioned that sh...
Dr. Xie Weigong Reply:
Hello Abby: I am not sure which type of steroid your sister is taking. Generally, the effects of steroid medications are as follows: Pharmacological Effects: Steroid medications can be used to eliminate inflammation caused by various diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout...[Read More] Understanding Steroid Use: Risks and Concerns for Young Patients
Can 70-Year-Old Women Safely Take Cod Liver Oil and Evening Primrose Oil?
Is it safe to eat? Hello, I would like to ask some questions regarding health supplements. The capsule containing cod liver oil and evening primrose oil has a capacity of 1000 μm. What are the benefits of this capsule? Can a healthy 70-year-old woman consume it? Thank you!
Dr. Lin Meili Reply:
Cod liver oil and evening primrose oil are both health supplements, and it is recommended to follow the instructions for each specific product. The following information is sourced from Yahoo for your reference. Due to the various benefits of evening primrose oil for women's...[Read More] Can 70-Year-Old Women Safely Take Cod Liver Oil and Evening Primrose Oil?
The Best Time to Take Multivitamins: Morning or Night?
The timing for taking multivitamins? Hello Dr. Lai: I have a habit of taking multivitamins every day. Is this normal? Are there any restrictions on the timing of taking them? I usually take them before going to bed. Thank you!
Dr. Lai Shuyi Reply:
Hello: A physician from Harvard University published a paper in the JAMA medical journal suggesting that every adult should take a daily multivitamin to prevent various chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and osteoporosis, in order to maintain health. The rea...[Read More] The Best Time to Take Multivitamins: Morning or Night?