Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is a kind of abnormal heart rhythm or arrhythmia. AFib increases the risk for blood clots. These clots can then travel to the brain, causing a stroke. This is why AFib significantly increases the risk for stroke.

Anatomy of a Joint

Joints are the areas where 2 or more bones meet. Most joints are mobile, allowing the bones to move.

Basic Anatomy of the Heart

Located almost in the center of the chest, the adult human heart is about the size of a fist. It pumps blood throughout the body.

Rhinitis

Rhinitis is when a reaction occurs that causes a stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing, and itching. Most types of rhinitis are caused by inflammation. Here's what you need to know.

Latex Allergy

Symptoms of a latex allergy include watery or itchy eyes, wheezing, hives, flushing or a skin rash, itching, and swelling.

Mammograms and Breast Health

Detailed information on mammograms, including the different types, how a mammogram is done, and recommended screening guidelines.

Breast Cancer: Lymphedema After Treatment

Whenever the normal drainage pattern in the lymph nodes is disturbed or damaged - often during surgery to remove the lymph nodes - the arm may swell. This swelling, caused by too much fluid, is called lymphedema.

Home Page - Breast Health

Detailed information on breast health, anatomy of the breast, breast development, breast cancer prevention, common breast conditions, and breast cancer in males and females