Shamai Grossman, a Harvard Medical School associate professor regarding the potential health risk of fainting among older adults. The research examines the health risk of fainting due to temporary decline in blood pressure which may due to bleeding in stomach, intestine or the heart's aorta. The...
Severe and frequent heart palpitations, flutters, and rapid beats can be concerning. Here's when to worry about heart palpitations and seek medical treatment.
Skip to main content Buoy Logo. Nav Open Icon. Learn> Symptoms> Head & Face> HeadacheRead about Headache English Written by Rochel Maday. Medically reviewed by Peter L. Steinberg, MD. Assistant Professor of Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Last updated November 10, 2024 Heart Icon...
Rashesthat last for a few hours or days in adults usually aren't anything to worry about. However, prompt medical attention is needed if a rash is accompanied by fever, difficulty breathing, pain, blistering, bruising, or swelling. The same is true if a rash spreads quickly, covers the en...
If your heart rate is consistently above 100 bpm or below 60 bpm and you're not a competitive athlete, it may be cause for concern. Reach out to your doctor if you have symptoms such as: Chest pain or discomfort Fainting or feeling faint ...
When to see the doctor for left side pain during pregnancy You may wonder, “When should I worry about left side pain during pregnancy?” If you have any of the following symptoms accompanying your left side pain, you should call your doctor: Fever or chills Vaginal bleeding Fainting or lig...
If your blood pressure drops too low, the blood doesn’t circulate and can’t reach your brain. This can cause dizziness and fainting, especially if you move suddenly from a sitting to a standing position. Other heart- and circulation-related problems can cause dizziness, such as: ...
She closes her eyes to keep herself from fainting. The MUSIC that continued through the last several scenes -- “The Belt of Trust” -- comes to a dramatic end. 49. 53 INT. MANSION - STAIRS - LATE AFTERNOON 53 No more music. The house is quiet. We see a text from Yon-Kyo ...
My grandmother, Beryl, had been diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat in her 40s after she kept fainting, and needed a pacemaker fitted. As I was an avid runner, they wanted me to make sure my own heart was in good working order. I'd completed the Great North Run when I turned 40 ...
When to Worry About Heart Palpitations In rare cases, palpitations can be a sign of a more serious heart condition. If you have heart palpitations, see your doctor. Get immediate medical attention if they come with: Shortness of breath ...