Did it ever occur that you’re sitting reading your book, and suddenly, you feel a sharp pain in your chest? A burning sensation that makes you feel your lungs are on a stove? Ever happened? No matter how scary it seems at first, a burning sensation in the lungs is usually not dangerous. However, you […]
Let’s face it, at this time and day, our diets are not healthy. A considerable part is dedicated to processed foods which are incredibly unhealthy. In such circumstances, chest pain after eating is common, but is it heartburn or a heart attack? How can we distinguish between the two, and what are non-cardiac chest pains? […]
The heart is surrounded by a protective sac called the pericardium, which helps maintain proper heart function and reduces friction during each heartbeat. When excess fluid accumulates in this space, it is known as pericardial effusion. This condition is commonly described as fluid around the heart, fluid in the heart, or even water around the […]
Premature heartbeats are a common experience, and many people notice them as a sudden flutter, skipped beat, or brief pause in their heartbeat. These sensations are often linked to premature atrial contractions, a condition where the heart beats earlier than expected. In clinical terms, these are also referred to as premature atrial beats, premature atrial […]
There are many reasons because of which you experience pain between shoulder blades – upper back and chest together. The causes range from heart issues to other body parts like the digestive system. Some of the reasons might not require emergency care. However, you should seek help if the pain occurs suddenly and does not […]