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Sleep Apnea and Respiratory Failure: How Oxygen Therapy and CPAP Work Together
CPAP therapy is the most effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, keeping airways open during sleep and preventing respiratory failure. Oxygen therapy alone doesn't fix the root problem. Learn how CPAP works, why people quit, and what alternatives exist.
Gout: Understanding Purine Metabolism and How Urate-Lowering Medications Work
Gout is caused by uric acid crystals forming in joints due to broken purine metabolism. Urate-lowering drugs like allopurinol and febuxostat target the root cause, not just pain. Learn how they work, their real-world effectiveness, and what to ask your doctor.
Fibromyalgia Pain: How Antidepressants Help Manage Widespread Chronic Pain
Antidepressants like amitriptyline and duloxetine help manage fibromyalgia pain by calming overactive pain signals in the nervous system. They don't cure the condition but can reduce pain and improve sleep for many patients when used correctly.