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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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Diagram illustrating differences between a normal heart and one with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF). The normal heart pumps oxygen-rich blood efficiently, while the failing heart has a dilated ventricle. Symptoms include chest congestion, lung fluid, and swelling in legs and feet.

Congestive Heart Failure: A Patient’s Journey

Congestive Heart Failure: A Patient’s Journey Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient Patient: María Fernanda Gómez Location: Medellín, Colombia 🇨🇴 Diagnosis: Congestive Heart Failure Background María Fernanda, a 65-year-old homemaker, lives on the outskirts of Medellín. Her…

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A woman in traditional clothing clutches her stomach with a pained expression. She wears a white blouse with lace sleeves, a blue skirt, and multiple colorful beaded necklaces. Her hair is tied back with a red accessory. The background is gray.

Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary Tract Infection Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient: Background: Ximena, a 28-year-old graphic designer, lives an active life in Montevideo. She often ignores minor aches, prioritizing her busy work schedule. Recently, she noticed mild discomfort while…

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A person with short gray hair squints and twists their face in a humorous or confused expression, perhaps pondering what to do next, while wearing a dark shirt. The blurred background keeps the focus on the suspect's animated facial features.

What Should You Do When You Suspect A CVA?

There's nothing more alarming than witnessing a Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA),

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