Early Signs of Heart Failure You Should Not Ignore
Early signs of heart failure include breathlessness, fatigue, ankle swelling and rapid weight gain. Learn the symptoms, risk factors and how it is diagnosed.
Why Is My Heart Racing Suddenly?
A suddenly racing heart is often stress, caffeine or dehydration, but can be SVT or atrial fibrillation. Learn the causes, warning signs and when to call 911.
Why Does My Back Hurt With Chest Pain?
Back pain with chest pain may be a muscle strain or reflux, but also a heart attack or aortic dissection. Learn the causes, warning signs and when to call 911.
Why Does My Jaw Hurt With Chest Pain?
Jaw pain with chest pain can warn of a heart attack or angina, especially in women. Learn how it differs from dental or TMJ pain and when to call 911.
Why Do I Feel Weak and Shaky With Chest Pain?
Feeling weak and shaky with chest pain can be low blood sugar, anxiety or dehydration, but also a heart attack or rhythm problem. Know when to call 911.
Should I Go to the ER for Chest Pain?
Should you go to the ER for chest pain? Learn which symptoms need 911, ER vs urgent care, what happens in the ER, and when to follow up with a cardiologist.
How Do I Know If My Appendix Burst?
Severe abdominal pain can feel frightening, exhausting, and overwhelming, especially when symptoms suddenly worsen or spread throughout the abdomen. Many people initially dismiss stomach pain as indigestion, food poisoning, gas, or minor illness, only to later discover they are experiencing appendicitis or even a ruptured appendix. A burst appendix, also called a ruptured appendix, is […]
Severe Headache and Nausea: ER or Urgent Care?
Severe headache and nausea is often migraine, but sudden pain, very high blood pressure, weakness or confusion need the ER. Learn red flags and where to go.
When Is Shortness of Breath an Emergency?
Shortness of breath is an emergency when sudden or severe, or with chest pain, fainting or blue lips. Learn heart and lung causes and when to call 911.
Why Do I Feel Dizzy and Weak Suddenly?
Feeling dizzy and weak suddenly can be low blood pressure, dehydration or low blood sugar, or a heart rhythm problem or stroke. Learn when to call 911.