Most of the cardiac arrhythmia are relatively harmless and do not require treatment. Nevertheless, some types of arrhythmias particularly those that are severe or last a long time might be dangerous since they can prevent the heart from pumping sufficient blood all over the body. If this is the case, there are 3 main classes […]
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The chest pain that typically occurs during a heart attack is triggered by an acute blockage of one of the coronary arteries, usually caused by coronary artery disease (CAD). The abrupt blockage is due to a ruptured atherosclerotic plaque in the arterial wall. Once the coronary artery becomes clogged, the heart muscle being supplied by
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Lead poisoning has been an issue when it comes to old houses. In the recent years, the usual risk factors for lead poisoning include spending time in a house built before 1950 or built before 1978 and being remodeled. Remember that developing this type of poisoning usually depends on a case-to-case basis. Close look on
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The symptoms of tree nut allergy can cause discomfort for highly sensitive individuals all over the world. Tree nuts are considered as an essential food source globally yet a common cause for food allergies. There are various types of tree nuts and the cross-reactivity between them is high among those who have tree nut allergy.
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