by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Myocarditis is an inflammatory condition affecting the heart muscle, with a range of causes and potential complications. By understanding myocarditis, recognizing its symptoms, and knowing how to prevent and manage it, individuals can make informed decisions about...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart defect that occurs when the ductus arteriosus, a blood vessel in the heart, fails to close naturally after birth. This vessel is essential during fetal development, allowing blood to bypass the lungs and receive...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Pulmonary valve stenosis is a condition characterized by the narrowing of the pulmonary valve, the gateway between the right ventricle of the heart and the pulmonary artery that carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs. The narrowing restricts the flow of blood and...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a fast, abnormal heart rhythm originating in the lower chambers of the heart (ventricles). It is considered a type of arrhythmia and can lead to reduced blood flow to the rest of the body, including the brain, and may cause dizziness,...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 14, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Eisenmenger syndrome is a severe type of pulmonary arterial hypertension, a condition where the blood pressure in the lungs is abnormally elevated. It primarily results from a congenital heart defect that causes blood to flow incorrectly between the heart’s...
