Tag: Chest Pain
Coronary Angiogram: Exploring Heart Health
A Coronary Angiogram is a diagnostic medical procedure that visualizes your heart's inner vessels, called coronary arteries. It helps determine if there are any...
Brugada Syndrome – Understanding the Silent Threat
Brugada syndrome is a rare condition that can lead to abnormal heartbeat. It can be very dangerous and is caused by faulty genes inherited...
Sinus Tachycardia: Causes, Symptoms & Management
Sinus tachycardia occurs when your heart beats more than 100 beats per minute (BPM) in normal adults or above the normal limits in children...
Is anemia hereditary? Types, tests and treatments
Anemia simply means low blood count, and while many anemic cases are due to nutritional deficiencies, some cases can be genetic. Hence, the question,...
What Is Acute Chest Syndrome and How Is It Treated in Sickle Cell Disease?
Acute chest syndrome (ACS) is a potentially life-threatening complication of sickle cell disease (SCD) that affects the lungs. A sudden onset of symptoms such...
Ischemic Cardiomyopathy: Understanding Causes & Management
What is Ischemic Cardiomyopathy?
Ischemia is the compromised blood supply to the affected organ, tissue, and heart muscles. Ischemic cardiomyopathy is a clinical condition in...
