Article updated and reviewed by Neil Siecke, MD, Clinical Insturctor, UCSD Division of Cardiology on July 28, 2005.
Congestive
Statistics on Heart Failure
Ancient Egyptians inhaled fumes of herbs heated on bricks. In the 19th century cigarettes were used. Finally, after about a hundred years... Read more »
So you have an asthmatic child at home. Chances are you also have quick-relief medicine, sometimes called "rescue inhalers" to give to... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Your doctor will review your medical history and will ask for details about your symptoms, including how many blocks you can walk without becoming... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Many symptoms of heart failure result from the congestion that develops as fluid backs up into the lungs and leaks into the tissues. Other symptoms... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nearly 6 million Americans are living with heart failure. About 670,000 new cases of heart failure are diagnosed each year. Although there has been a... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nose - congested; Congested nose; Stuffy nose Home Care INFANTS AND YOUNGER CHILDREN For babies or infants who are too young to blow... Read more »
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Surgery and DevicesRevascularization SurgeryRevascularization surgery helps to restore blood flow to the heart. It can treat blocked arteries in... Read more »