Syncope (fainting) is a temporary loss of consciousness usually related to insufficient blood flow to the brain. It’s also called fainting or “passing out.” It most often occurs when blood pressure is too low (hypotension) and the heart doesn’t pump enough oxygen to the brain. The patient is motionless and limp and usually has cool extremities, a […]
Palpitations are a feeling like your heart is racing, pounding, or like you have missed heartbeats. It feels like your heart has skipped a beat or added an extra beat.You can feel palpitations in your chest, throat or neck. Heart palpitations usually don’t last long. They can last seconds or minutes or longer in some […]
Alkalosis occurs when your blood and body fluids contain an excess of bases or alkali, generally occurring when the blood pH is above 7.45.Your blood’s acid-base (alkali) balance is critical to your well-being. When the balance is off, even by a small amount, it can make you sick.Your blood is made up of acids and […]
Hypercalcemia is a condition in which you have too high a concentration of calcium in your blood. Calcium is essential for the normal function of organs, cells, muscles, and nerves. It’s also important in blood clotting and bone health.However, too much of it can cause problems. Hypercalcemia makes it hard for the body to carry out its normal functions. Too much […]
