How Is a Pacemaker Installed?
How is a pacemaker installed? It may surprise you to learn the answer. You may think that it is a major surgery that takes hours and hours. What you …
Continue ReadingInfections of the Heart: Myocarditis, Bacterial Pericarditis & Infective Endocarditis
Are you looking for a list of the infections of the heart? Here we will list the infections and provide information about each.
Continue ReadingIntrathecal vs Epidural for Labor and Delivery
If you are ready to talk to your physician about what types of pain control might be used during your labor and deliver, learn about intrathecal and …
Continue ReadingMenstruation While On Oral Contraceptives
The FDA approved period suppression in 2007. Women have been suppressing heavy menstruation while on oral contraceptives by not taking the spacers in …
Continue ReadingMonomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia - An Overview
Monomorphic ventricular tachycardia is a condition in which the heartbeat becomes more than 100-120 beats per minute. It usually occurs in scarred …
Continue ReadingMultifocal Atrial Tachycardia: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Multifocal atrial tachycardia is an issue affecting the heart. Here we will explore a detailed overview of this condition.
Continue ReadingPatient Rules when Using Pacemaker Devices
Rules when using pacemaker equipment are very important to follow. As a matter of fact, neglecting to adhere to these guidelines can cause …
Continue ReadingPhenylmercuric Acetate Allergy - An Overview
Phenylmercuric acetate, or mercury, can cause severe allergic reactions (phenylmercuric acetate allergy) in sensitive individuals. Reactions range …
Continue ReadingRectal Bleeding After Bowel Movement During Pregnancy
Rectal bleeding after bowel movement during pregnancy is normally the result of hemorrhoids or fissures and is not usually harmful at all. With a few …
Continue ReadingSecond Degree Heart Block: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Are you looking for more information on second degree heart block? Here we will explore this and provide the details.
Continue ReadingSupraventricular Tachycardia in Children Guide for Patients and Parents
Supraventricular tachycardia in children is a rather common condition. Here we will explore the details offering a general overview.
Continue ReadingThe Medical Basis for ADHD
While there are those who still believe that ADHD is primarily a behavioral problem limited by social constructs, doctors and other medical …
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