Anxiety can sometimes cause physical symptoms like chest pain and pressure. But because these symptoms can also indicate heart conditions, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis.

Pain or discomfort in the chest (front or back) The chest includes from the top to the bottom of the rib cage Chest pains in children lasting for a few minutes are usually harmless. The pain can be ...

Chest pain is a symptom that can range from mild discomfort to a medical emergency. While it is often associated with heart-related issues, including heart attacks, not all chest pain stems from the ...

We were especially curious about the echocardiogram results which would reveal how well Johnny's then-19-year-old prosthetic heart valve was functioning. Thankfully, his valve was in good working ...

An expert has revealed three “common” causes of chest pain to look out for. According to a doctor, although these symptoms may not be linked to heart attack or other heart issues they could ...

An expert has revealed three “common” causes of chest pain to look out for. According to a doctor, although these symptoms may not be linked to heart attack or other heart issues they could ...

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Electrocardiographic changes are common and typically evolve through four stages: Stage I: diffuse ST-segment elevation (typically concave up) and PR-segment depression are recorded in the first ...

Ear pain has numerous causes. Most are treatable, though some are serious. Conditions responsible for ear pain can strike anyone at any age. If you begin to develop ear pain, it's essential to see a ...

Open heart surgery for aortic or mitral valve repair or replacement has traditionally required opening the patient’s chest through their sternum (breast bone). In many cases today, a minimally ...

If you have heart valve replacement surgery, you will be prescribed a blood thinner (a.k.a. an anticoagulant) upon discharge from the hospital. Long-term blood thinner medication guidelines differ ...