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What is Reflux/Heartburn Diet Consultation: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

...not be ignored. For instance, heartburn may mimic pain caused by heart disease. Do not ignore if the heartburn pain comes with sweating, nausea and light-headedness. Severe heartburn may also...

What is Hyperthyroidism?

...Difficulty exercising Swelling of the thyroid gland (goiter) Heart Racing heart or palpitations, i.e. pronounced awareness of one’s heartbeat High blood pressure Shortness of breath Digestive system Weight loss or...

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December 17, 2021
Diseases Conditions

What is Cardiac Pacemaker Replacement: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

...skin. It sits close to the heart since it helps regulate the electrical activity and thus the heartbeat. The pacemaker’s main task is to synchronise the heartbeat in case it...

exdoctor
February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

What is Heart Valve Surgery Follow-Up: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

...Expected Results A heart valve surgery follow-up is scheduled: Following the heart valve surgery – A heart valve surgery, even if it’s minimally invasive, has risks and complications. The surgeon...

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February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

Creon Side Effects: What They Are and How to Manage Them

...people taking Creon in studies. Side effects can vary depending on what condition the drug is being used to treat. More common side effects in people taking Creon for EPI...

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September 5, 2024
Health & Wellness, Health

What is Insertion of Epicardial Electrodes via Open Incision (e.g., Thoracotomy, Median Sternotomy, and Subxiphoid Approach): Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

...management of tachycardia, a condition where the heart beats faster than the normal rate. The installation of epicardial pacing wires restores the heart’s ability to beat at a normal rate....

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February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

AEF

**AEF (Acute Exacerbation of Heart Failure): An Overview** **Description:** Acute Exacerbation of Heart Failure (AEF) refers to a sudden worsening of heart failure symptoms. This medical condition is characterized by...

September 20, 2024

What is Nephritic Syndrome?

...failure. The risk of renal failure depends on the severity of the syndrome and its underlying cause. Nephritic syndrome is not a disease but a syndrome. A syndrome is a...

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December 29, 2021
Diseases Conditions

Heart Health

...* Heart Diseases * Heart Anatomy * Heart-Healthy Diet * Exercise for Heart Health * Prevention of Heart Diseases * Heart Conditions * Managing Heart Diseases * Early Warning Signs...

September 20, 2024

What is Dobutamine Stress Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

Definition & Overview A dobutamine stress myocardial perfusion imaging, or MIBI test, is a diagnostic test that evaluates the flow of blood to the heart (heart perfusion) during rest and...