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In a dimly lit room, a person sits on a bed wearing a gray sweater, their hair tied back. With one hand on their temple and eyes closed in pain, they embody the challenge of trying to identify headaches from subtle signs of discomfort.

What Are the Different Types Of Headaches And How Can You Identify Them?

What Are the Different Types Of Headaches And How Can You Identify Them? Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Understanding the different types of headaches can be a powerful tool, relieving you from the overwhelming feeling of not knowing…

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An X-ray image of a human chest, showing the ribcage, spine, and lungs. A small arrow points to an area on the lower right side, indicating a particular spot of interest or abnormality.

Enlarged Heart: A Patient’s Journey

Enlarged Heart: A Patient’s Journey
 Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient Patient: Javier Alejandro Pérez
 Location: Mexico City, Mexico 🇲🇽
 Diagnosis: Cardiomegaly (Enlarged Heart) Background Javier Alejandro is a 50-year-old taxi driver who has spent more than…

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A preserved enlarged heart lies in a transparent container filled with yellowish liquid. The dark heart, with visible red veins, creates a warm yet clinical atmosphere under the lighting.

What is a Enlarged Heart Indicative of?

What is a enlarged heart indicative of? Enlarged hearts, or cardiomegaly, can indicate a variety of underlying health conditions that may impact your heart function. It is important for you to understand that this condition can be a sign of…

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example of AFIB ECG

Atrial Fibrillation: A Patient’s Journey

Atrial Fibrillation: A Patient's Journey
 Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient Patient: Juan Carlos Martínez
 Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina 🇦🇷
 Diagnosis: Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Background Juan Carlos, a 58-year-old accountant from Buenos Aires, has a sedentary lifestyle,…

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Illustration comparing a normal heart and one affected by congestive heart failure (CHF). The normal heart features regular ventricular chambers, while the CHF-impacted heart displays thickened chambers with reduced filling capacity and ejection of blood.

What is Congestive Heart Failure?

What is Congestive Heart Failure? Over time, congestive heart failure (CHF) becomes a serious condition affecting your heart's ability to pump blood. This weakening of the heart muscle can lead to fluid buildup in your lungs and other body tissues,…

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Diagram illustrating heart valve disease. Top row features closed valves, with normal on the left and stenosis on the right. Bottom row displays open valves: normal on the left and stenosis, often associated with a heart murmur, showing a narrowed opening on the right.

Heart Murmur: A Patient’s Journey

Heart Murmur: A Patient’s Journey
 Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient Patient: Rosa Elena Morales
 Location: Antigua, Guatemala 🇬🇹
 Diagnosis: Heart Murmur Background Rosa Elena, a 32-year-old artisan from Antigua, Guatemala, creates intricate handmade textiles inspired by…

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Diagram comparing a normal heart with one experiencing atrial fib. The left side shows a healthy heart with clear electrical pathways, while the right side illustrates chaotic activity in the atria, characteristic of atrial fib.

What is Atrial Fib?

What is Atrial Fib? It's imperative for you to understand what Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is, as it can significantly impact your heart's health. AFib is a common type of irregular heartbeat that can lead to serious complications, including strokes and…

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