Running Nose Like Water

Lithium is a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar, depression, and schizoaffective disorder. Lithium helps decrease suicidal thoughts and manage both manic and depressive symptoms. Lithium side effects include weight gain, dizziness, hair loss, and nausea.  Visit Insider's Health Reference library for more advice. Loading Something is loading. ...

On June 4, 2021, the FDA announced the long-anticipated approval of Wegovy, an injectable medication taken once per week for weight management. Wegovy received significant media attention in the months preceding approval, with a New York Times article declaring it a "game changer," MedPage Today reporting its "unprecedented results," and the BBC announcing it could mark a "new era" in treating obesity. Ongoing media coverage continues to extol the efficacy of Wegovy as better than any other medication currently on the market for weight management. Such sensational headlines are commonplace in the media, so we must ask ourselves: is all the media attention truly warranted? What is Wegovy and how does it work? Wegovy is the brand name for the high-dose injectable peptide hormone molecule known as semaglutide, a medication that was previously approved by the FDA under the b...

Trintellix (vortioxetine) is a prescription brand-name medication. It's approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. MDD is sometimes called clinical depression. Trintellix is typically taken long term, as long as you and your doctor determine that the drug is effective for you. Here are some fast facts on Trintellix: Active ingredient: vortioxetine Drug class: atypical antidepressant Drug form: oral tablet As with other drugs, Trintellix can cause side effects. Read on to learn about potential common, mild, and serious side effects, so you can compare the pros and cons of using this medication. For a general overview of Trintellix, see this article. Trintellix can cause certain side effects, some of which are more common than others. These side effects may be temporary, lasting a few days or weeks. But if the side effects last longer than that, bother you, or become severe, be sure to talk with your doctor or pharmacist. Th...

Viral gastroenteritis, also known as stomach flu, is a condition that affects the stomach and intestines. Symptoms can be mild or severe and include stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. It is an infectious condition and can occur as a cluster of outbreaks in close communities, such as hospital wards. Different viruses can cause viral gastroenteritis, and they can present with similar symptoms. Viral gastroenteritis is the most common cause of diarrhea in the world, according to a 2021 study . Norovirus is the most common virus responsible for viral gastroenteritis. It can be resistant to both freezing and hot conditions and alcohol- or chorine-based disinfectant. Good hygiene is essential to control the spread of the condition. This article will explain the symptoms of viral gastroenteritis in adults and children and how long they may last. It will also explain when a person should contact a doctor and what treatment may be effective. Signs and symptoms of viral gastroenteritis may ...

For some, periods feel so awful that they expect to spend their days doubled over in pain, taking ibuprofen in the hopes of some relief. Pain almost seems synonymous with periods, which is why some were stunned when Dr. Jennifer Lincoln noted that painful periods are abnormal on TikTok. "When we have that one class or that one conversation that periods can be crampy and uncomfortable, what is left out of that is … what is considered too much cramping or too much discomfort," Lincoln, an obstetrical hospitalist in Portland, told TODAY. "We were never educated on the other part of what to do if it is too much or how do you know what is too much." Even though she knew that few truly received a thorough education about menstruation, Lincoln felt shocked by how many people had accepted life with painful periods. "I didn't realize how widespread that lack of knowledge was about, 'Oh my gosh, you mean I'm not supposed to be dying every month?' That con...

Doses of the influenza live, intranasal (Flumist Quadrivalent, AstraZeneca) vaccine are now available in the United States in time for the 2021-2022 influenza season. Doses of the influenza live, intranasal (Flumist Quadrivalent, AstraZeneca) vaccine are now available in the United States in time for the 2021-2022 influenza season. According to an AstraZeneca press release, this is the only FDA-approved nasal spray flu vaccine and is indicated for people between 2 and 49 years of age. The supply is expected to be available by mid-September. The CDC has emphasized the importance of receiving a yearly flu vaccine, noting vaccination as the most effective protection against seasonal flu infection. They further reinforce that flu vaccination during the 2021-2022 season will help protect the public against preventable illness, as well as help alleviate the burden on the health care system already strained by the COVID-19 pandemic. "As the world continues to navigate an unpredictable pu...

Just about everyone has experienced a runny nose at some point. This symptom can have many different causes and characteristics. For example, a runny nose may only last a short time in some people and may be constant in others. The color of the nasal discharge can vary as well. In some cases, you may have a runny nose with clear fluid that's constant or persistent. Below, we'll explore some of the causes of a constant runny nose with clear fluid. We'll also address what you can do to ease your symptoms, and signs that it may be time to see your doctor. A runny nose happens due to an increase in the production of nasal mucus. While a runny nose can have many causes, it often occurs due to inflammation of the tissues inside your nose. This is known as rhinitis. The extra fluid that's produced can drain from your nose, down the back of your throat (postnasal drip), or both. While nasal mucus can have a variety of colors, the medical term for a runny nose with thin, clear f...