When I visit my doctor, my readings are always high at first. The doctor has me relax for about 10 minutes and the repeat is at the top of normal (or close to it). Do I have hypertension that needs to be treated? Should I be checking my pressure at home?
I have a Baker’s cyst in my right knee. It has been drained twice and recurred. Are there any other treatments for it?
Treating atrial fibrillation with ablation may improve kidney function as well.
Researchers using brain imaging to track nutrient biomarkers found an association between higher levels of certain vitamins and better performace on mental tests in older people.
In a very small study, stem cells from heart tissue helped boost pumping power in the hearts of heart attack survivors.
People with this disorder experience an uncontrollable urge to move their legs, typically around bedtime. Lifestyle changes can help, and there are also medications that can provide some relief.
Updated guidelines for using bypass surgery or angioplasty to treat blocked cardiac arteries emphasize collaboration between these treatment groups.
Research on caffeine found that it may improve the function of arteries.
A Swedish study adds to the evidence that radiation therapy for breast cancer can lead to heart problems, particularly for women with left-sided breast cancer.
Medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder does not increase the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults.