Angioedema: What Triggers Swelling and How to Manage It
Angioedema is a condition where fluid builds up deep under your skin or inside your body, which results in sudden swelling. When angioedema involves...
Lupus Vasculitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis
Lupus vasculitis is an inflammatory complication of systemic lupus erythematosus or SLE. It occurs when your body’s immune system mistakenly causes inflammation in your...
Blue Baby Syndrome: Causes, Signs, and Prevention
Blue baby syndrome, also referred to as infant methemoglobinemia (when caused by nitrate exposure), is a rare condition characterized by a bluish or purplish...
Orthostatic Hypotension: What You Need to Know
Postural hypotension or orthostatic hypotension (OH) is a condition in which patients feel dizzy (or faint) when standing up from a sitting or supine...
Valsalva Maneuver: Medical Applications and Safety Tips
The Valsalva maneuver is a breathing technique in which a person forcefully exhales while keeping the mouth, nostrils, and glottis closed. This action raises...
Embolic Stroke: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
An Embolic Stroke occurs when a clot, such as a blood clot or another particle like plaque, obstructs an artery in the brain, disrupting...
