Written by Khama Ennis, MD, MPH, FACEP | Reviewed by Sophie Vergnaud, MD Updated on August 8, 2022 Key takeaways: Some medication side effects lead to new lung problems or worsen preexisting lung disease. Some people are at higher risk than others — people with lung disease, a history of smoking, and those taking chemotherapy or...
CEDARS-SINAI MEDICAL CENTER A new drug shows promise in providing relief to cardiomyopathy patients experiencing shortness of breath, according to late-breaking research presented today at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Scientific Session in Washington, D.C. Florian Rader, MD, MSc, associate professor of Cardiology and medical director of the Hypertension Center in the Smidt Heart...
THE PHYSIOLOGICAL SOCIETY New research published today in The Journal of Physiology shows that nitrate improves function in the diaphragm, the muscle involved in coughing and breathing, by improving power. The study done in old mice, if replicated in humans, could provide a strategy for helping elderly people clear the lungs more effectively and avoid...
It may be alarming to find blood in the toilet or after wiping. There are many possible causes, and some are relatively harmless, some require treatment, and some may warrant emergency care. Below, learn more about the possible causes of bloody stool, including those more common in children. Also, find out how doctors diagnose and...
KING’S COLLEGE LONDON Cancer patients diagnosed more than 24 months ago are more likely to have a severe COVID-19 infection, research has found. Cancer patients of Asian ethnicity or who were receiving palliative treatment for cancer were also at a higher risk of death from COVID-19. The research published today in Frontiers in Oncology by...
There are many possible causes of chest and back pain. Some are relatively benign, while others can be much more serious. The type and location of a person’s pain can be a useful tool in helping diagnose the underlying cause. This article will outline some of the different causes of chest and back pain, as...
Acid reflux occurs when acid leaks from the stomach back up into the esophagus. An occasional bout of acid reflux is generally not a cause for concern. However, a frequent pattern of acid reflux may be a sign of gastroesophageal reflux disease, which is a chronic digestive issue that can cause medical complications. Sometimes, acid...
Muscle strain Pneumonia Excess weight Heart diseaseGastroesophageal reflux disease Gallbladder disease Heart attackPulmonary embolism Aortic dissection Could it be lung cancer? Outlook It is possible to strain many muscles in the back. The back is prone to injury because it works hard to keep the body in an upright position and support the basic daily...
