February 2025: Medications, Pregnancy Support, and Injury Care

This month at PriceProPharmacy we focused on three practical topics: how low progesterone can affect pregnancy, ways to prevent scars from sports injuries, and smart alternatives to hydroxychloroquine. Each post gives clear steps you can use right away and points you to what to ask your clinician.

Progesterone and pregnancy — what to watch for

Low progesterone can raise questions during early pregnancy. Our article explains what progesterone does, common signs of low levels, and how testing usually works (doctors often check mid-luteal levels or use follow-up bloodwork in early pregnancy). If you’re tracking this, ask about timing of blood tests, available forms of supplementation like oral or vaginal micronized progesterone, and possible side effects. The post emphasizes talking to your care team before starting any treatment and explains why timely monitoring matters for improving outcomes.

Useful takeaway: if you’ve had a prior miscarriage or suspect low progesterone, request targeted testing and a clear plan for monitoring levels during early pregnancy. Keep records of test dates and results so treatment decisions are based on data, not guesswork.

Stopping scars after sports injuries & treating wounds

Sports wounds often start small but can leave noticeable scars if not handled right. The post covers simple, effective steps: clean the wound gently, get professional repair when needed (stitches or adhesive strips), keep it covered and moist with a suitable ointment, and avoid heavy sun exposure while it heals. When the wound is closed, silicone sheets or gel and gentle massage help reduce raised scars. If a scar stays red, thick, or painful, see a clinician—early treatment like steroid injections or referral to a dermatologist can help.

Practical tip: for athletes, protect healed areas during training to prevent re-injury and avoid picking scabs. Sunscreen on new scars is an easy, high-impact step to prevent darkening.

The hydroxychloroquine alternatives article lists ten options and compares where they’re used — malaria, autoimmune disease, or experimental viral care. Rather than promoting one drug, it explains the differences: traditional antimalarials, antibiotics sometimes used in combination, disease-modifying drugs for autoimmune conditions, and newer biologics. Each option includes when it might be considered and common safety issues to discuss with your provider.

Quick action items from February posts: keep a log of symptoms and test dates if monitoring hormones, follow basic wound-first-aid and sun protection to cut scarring risk, and always review alternatives and side effects with your prescriber before switching medications. If you want a deeper read on any of these three posts, check the full articles for links, comparisons, and questions to bring to your next appointment.