Does H. pylori Cause Fatty Liver? Evidence and Guidance Written by Bolt Pharmacy Published on 17/4/2026 Does H. pylori cause fatty liver? This question has generated considerable scientific interest, as both Helicobacter pylori infection and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are common conditions affecting millions of people in the UK. H. pylori is a bacterium […]
Tag Archives: evidence based medicine
Gynaecomastia Due to Liver Cirrhosis: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment Written by Bolt Pharmacy Published on 27/4/2026 Gynaecomastia due to liver cirrhosis is a well-recognised complication of advanced liver disease, affecting a significant proportion of men with hepatic impairment. The damaged liver loses its ability to metabolise sex hormones effectively, leading to a relative excess of […]
Can Massage Help Fatty Liver? Evidence and Proven Treatments Written by Bolt Pharmacy Published on 17/4/2026 Can massage help fatty liver? This question arises frequently as patients explore complementary approaches to managing hepatic steatosis. Fatty liver disease affects up to one in three UK adults, prompting interest in various therapies beyond conventional treatment. However, it […]
Does Prozac Cause Gynaecomastia? Fluoxetine Side Effects Explained Written by Bolt Pharmacy Published on 17/4/2026 Does Prozac cause gynaecomastia? Fluoxetine (Prozac), one of the most widely prescribed SSRIs in the UK, lists gynaecomastia as an adverse reaction of ‘frequency not known’ in its MHRA-regulated Summary of Product Characteristics. Gynaecomastia — the benign enlargement of glandular […]
Testogel Pump: Does It Come as a Placebo? Written by Bolt Pharmacy Published on 20/7/2026 Testogel pump is a widely prescribed testosterone replacement therapy in the UK, used to treat male hypogonadism when the body produces insufficient testosterone. Some patients wonder whether Testogel pump comes as a placebo formulation, particularly if they have concerns about […]