May 2023 Archive — Clear guides on treatments, supplements and patient care
May brought a mix of research updates, practical how-tos and supplement spotlights. If you want quick, useful takeaways from that month, this page pulls the best parts together so you can find what matters fast.
Top research and treatment updates
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) got attention for real progress — posts covered new drugs and experimental approaches, including targeted pathway drugs plus early work on gene therapy and stem-cell ideas. Those aren’t immediate fixes, but they point to treatments that could change outcomes in coming years.
Fecal transplant was highlighted as a powerful option for stubborn chronic diarrhea, especially recurrent C. difficile. The roundup noted success rates often reported near 90% for those cases — which explains why clinicians are increasingly using it when antibiotics fail.
For parents, the azithromycin piece explains when the antibiotic helps (bacterial ear infections, pneumonia, strep) and when it won’t (viral colds). The core advice: always confirm with a pediatrician and follow the exact dose and duration.
Research linking diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) to cardiovascular disease was reviewed in plain terms: nerve damage and poor circulation raise heart risk. That makes blood sugar control and regular cardiovascular checks more important for people with DPN.
Ischemia and chronic pain were discussed with a practical angle — reduced blood flow can cause persistent pain and tissue damage, so early evaluation and treating the root cause is the best way to avoid long-term problems.
One post looked at long-term effects of neuroblastoma treatment in kids, listing common late issues like hearing loss, kidney impact and learning or growth challenges. The message: survivors need tailored follow-up care as they grow.
Supplements, self-care and quick patient tips
Pygeum, broom corn and eastern hemlock each got feature posts. Pygeum was noted for helping prostate and urinary symptoms and acting as an anti-inflammatory; broom corn and eastern hemlock were presented as nutrient-rich supplements with traditional use — always check product quality and talk with a provider before starting anything new.
Practical tips for living with DPN included keeping blood sugar steady, exercising, using prescribed meds, and daily foot checks plus supportive footwear to avoid injuries. For neuropathic pain, simple relaxation techniques and proper wound care make a real difference day to day.
The vaginal burning post linked the symptom to bacterial vaginosis (BV) and reminded readers to seek diagnosis — BV has distinct treatment paths compared with yeast or other causes, so accurate testing matters.
On everyday medication safety, one short guide reassured people with celiac that most aspirin is gluten-free but urged checking labels and asking a pharmacist when in doubt.
Want to read any article in full? Click a title to go straight to the original post. If you have specific health questions, take notes from these summaries and bring them to your healthcare provider — that’s the fastest way to get advice that fits your situation.
