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Symptoms and Signs of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

The first alarming symptom of the atrial fibrillation (AFib) is often described as heart palpitations. People report sensations of fluttering, pounding, or a rapid,...

Early Signs and Symptoms of Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

Visual disturbances are described at various phases of stroke. Accounts include sudden reduction in sight, alterations in visual fields, blurring, or perceptual changes. One...

Symptoms and Signs of Heart Failure

The early signs of heart failure can be subtle. With advancing age, overall body function may slow, and tasks such as climbing stairs can...

Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis of Hantavirus (HPS)

A concise definition frames hantaviruses as rodent-associated viruses transmitted primarily through inhalation of aerosolized particles from rodent urine, droppings, or saliva. Descriptions in medical...

Symptoms and Signs of Sepsis

Fever and temperature dysregulation are frequently described in sepsis. Reports note body temperatures exceeding 101°F (38.3°C) or, in some cases, falling below 96.8°F (36°C)....

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