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• Elevation of GLP-1 in Diabetes Guidelines: From Glucose-Lowering Alone to Comprehensive Clinical Benefits

  by DengYue Medicine 17 hours ago

  In recent years, treatment guidelines for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) have been continuously updated worldwide. One of the most notable changes is the significant rise in the role of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs). In the past, the primary goal of diabetes treatment w...
• Avoiding Drug Withdrawal Risks: Practical Guidelines for Gradual Dose Reduction and Discontinuation of Long-Term Medications

  by DengYue Medicine Fri at 2:44 AM

  In clinical chronic disease management and primary pharmaceutical care, polypharmacy, potentially inappropriate medication use, and drug interactions are the leading causes of adverse drug reactions across all populations. Gradual dose reduction and drug discontinuation serve as the core princip...
• How Should Patients With Hepatic and Renal Impairment Select Anti-Infective Medications?

  by DengYue Medicine Fri at 2:07 AM

  Infections are among the most common complications in patients with hepatic and renal impairment. However, for these special populations, anti-infective therapy is far more complex than simply choosing and taking a medication. The same antimicrobial agent that is safe and effective in healthy in...
• Focus on Polypharmacy in Older Adults: A Guide to Assessing the Health Risks of Taking Five or More Medications

  by DengYue Medicine Thu at 1:46 AM

    In recent years, with the acceleration of population aging, it has become increasingly common for older adults to live with multiple chronic conditions. Diseases such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease, osteoarthritis, and chronic kidney disease often require lon...
• Never Give Up: Our 4-Year Journey with Advanced Liver Cancer

  by DengYue Medicine Jul 11

  In the summer of 2022, my grandfather kept complaining about bloating and loss of appetite. Doctors at our local county hospital prescribed some digestive medicine, but his symptoms kept getting worse. Then one day, after a severe episode of abdominal pain, we went to a provincial hospital in C...
• Why Does Long-Term Betel Nut Chewing Increase the Risk of Oral Cancer? The Answer May Be More Serious Than You Think

  by DengYue Medicine Jul 9

  Why does long-term betel nut chewing increase the risk of oral cancer? This is a health concern for many people. Betel nut has a long history of use in several countries and regions across Asia, where it is commonly chewed as a stimulant or as part of social and cultural traditions. However, a g...
• How Dangerous Is the “Effortless Weight Loss” Trend? The Hidden Scandal of Illegal GLP-1 Drug Additives

  by DengYue Medicine Jul 6

    In recent years, the global weight-loss market has continued to surge. From North America and Europe to Southeast Asia, advertisements promoting “rapid weight loss,” “painless slimming,” and “lose weight without exercise” are everywhere — from so...
• After Being Diagnosed With Colorectal Cancer in Malaysia, He Refused the “Surgery + Stoma Bag” Option and Later Went to China fo

  by DengYue Medicine Jul 6

    I wanted to share a real case I heard about recently (with some personal details omitted for privacy). This is only a personal experience sharing post, not medical advice. An uncle from Malaysia was diagnosed with colorectal cancer about two years ago. At the time, the treatment plan o...
• What Are the Warning Signs of Thick Blood? 5 Symptoms That May Indicate You Should Pay Attention to Your Vascular Health

  by DengYue Medicine Jul 3

    Many people think that “thick blood” is just a minor issue mentioned in a physical examination report. However, overly viscous blood may actually be closely linked to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases such as blood clots, atherosclerosis, stroke, and heart attack. ...
• Meeting the Growing Demand for Medication Adaptation in Special Populations: The Underlying Logic Behind the Rising Importance o

  by DengYue Medicine Jul 2

  For children, older adults, patients with dysphagia, individuals with chronic diseases, and certain patients with neurological disorders, whether a medication is "easy to take" often directly affects treatment adherence, dosing accuracy, and long-term therapeutic outcomes. With the continuous a...
• Why Can’t Antibiotics Be Used Whenever We Want? The Importance of Antibiotic Stewardship and Classification Management in Addres

  by DengYue Medicine Jun 26

    The discovery of antibiotics was one of the most significant milestones in the history of modern medicine. Countless bacterial infections that once claimed millions of lives became treatable with the widespread use of antibiotics. Beyond treating infections, the appropriate use of antibi...
• PIMs Continue to Draw Attention: How Do Potentially Inappropriate Medications Affect Patient Outcomes?

  by DengYue Medicine Jun 26

    As global population aging continues to accelerate, the management of chronic diseases has become a major challenge for healthcare systems worldwide. Conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, coronary artery disease, chronic kidney disease, and neurological disorders often coexist in th...