Author: Janis

Overview Bundle branch block happens when the heart’s electrical signals face delays or blocks in their normal path. This can affect how well the heart pumps…

Overview Bulimia nervosa is a serious eating disorder. People with this condition eat large amounts of food in a short time, often feeling out of control…

Overview Several options can help manage and prevent ear pressure changes during air travel: Most travelers find relief through simple techniques like yawning, swallowing, or chewing…

Overview Brugada syndrome is a rare heart condition that affects the heart’s rhythm. This inherited disorder increases the risk of dangerous heart rhythms that start in…

Overview Bronchiolitis affects the small airways (bronchioles) in a child’s lungs. It causes inflammation, swelling, and mucus buildup. This respiratory infection almost always comes from viral…

Overview A broken toe is a fairly common injury. It usually happens when something heavy falls on the foot or when a toe gets stubbed against…

Overview A broken rib happens when a bone in your rib cage cracks or breaks completely. This common injury typically results from strong impacts like falls,…

Overview A nasal fracture, commonly known as a broken nose, occurs when a bone in your nose breaks or cracks, typically the bone over the bridge….

Overview A broken foot involves a fracture to one or more of the foot bones. These injuries commonly result from sports activities, vehicle accidents, heavy objects…

Overview Brain arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are abnormal tangles of blood vessels. These tangles create direct connections between arteries and veins, bypassing normal brain tissue. These unusual…