howMed Know Yourself
There are four major blood types: A, B, O, and AB. The types are based on substances on the surface … Read More »
Rh Incompatibility
Endocarditis
Endocarditis, also called infective endocarditis (IE), is an inflammation of the inner lining of the heart. The most common type, … Read More »
Edema
Also called dropsy. Edema means swelling caused by fluid in your body’s tissues. It usually occurs in the feet, ankles … Read More »
Diabetic Heart Disease
If you have diabetes or pre-diabetes you have an increased risk for heart disease. Diabetic heart disease can be coronary … Read More »
Diabetic Foot
If you have diabetes, your blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels are too high. Over time, this can damage your … Read More »
Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
An arrhythmia is any disorder of your heart rate or rhythm. It means that your heart beats too quickly, too … Read More »
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Also known as DVT. Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in … Read More »
Pulmonary Hypertension
Also known as pulmonary arterial hypertension. Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is high blood pressure in the arteries to your lungs. It … Read More »
Thalassemia
Also called Cooley’s anemia, Mediterranean anemia. Thalassemias are inherited blood disorders. If you have one, your body makes fewer healthy … Read More »
Congenital Heart Defect
A congenital heart defect is a problem with the structure of the heart. It is present at birth. Congenital heart … Read More »
