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Health A–Z
Plain-language pages on conditions, tests, and prevention. This is general information — talk to your own clinician about your care.
Heart & circulation
Takotsubo syndrome (stress cardiomyopathy)
Takotsubo syndrome is a temporary weakening of the heart muscle, often after intense emotional or physical stress. It can mimic a heart attack or, less often, other cardiomyopathies.
ARVC and look-alike conditions
Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy is a genetic disease of the heart muscle. Other conditions, including Takotsubo syndrome, can copy its imaging appearance.
High cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fat in the blood. High LDL raises the chance of heart attack and stroke.
Blood pressure
Blood pressure is the force of blood on artery walls. Home readings help your clinician treat you.
Lungs
Digestion
Infections
Sinusitis
Inflamed sinuses cause congestion, facial pressure, and headaches that can worsen when you lean forward.
Influenza (flu)
Flu is a respiratory virus that hits harder than a cold. A yearly vaccine is the best protection.
COVID-19
COVID-19 is still circulating. Vaccines, testing, and staying home when sick reduce spread.