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Introduction Alcohol and heart health: a topic that’s been debated for years. You’ve probably heard conflicting advice – a glass of red wine is good for your heart, but too much alcohol can lead to severe problems. So, what’s the… Read More »Alcohol and Heart Health: Navigating the Risks and Benefits
Introduction Lipedema, often mistaken for obesity, is a unique medical condition that predominantly affects women. Lipedema is an abnormal and often painful accumulation of fat in specific areas of the body, mainly the legs and sometimes the arms. It’s a… Read More »Lipedema
Leukocytoclastic vasculitis (LCV), a severe inflammatory condition affecting the small blood vessels, can arise from various causes, including medications. One medication linked to LCV is Amiodarone, a widely used antiarrhythmic, known for its efficacy in managing cardiac arrhythmias such as… Read More »Amiodarone-induced Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis (LCV)
What is Nocebo and how it is different from Placebo? https://youtu.be/s6yVAOjFurE To better understand the difference between Placebo vs Nocebo, Let’s start with a familiar scenario. You visited your doctor, and she was concerned about your blood pressure. You knew… Read More »Statin Intolerance: Placebo vs Nocebo
Can Amiodarone cause nephropathy (nephrotoxicity)? Amiodarone, a medication widely recognized for its numerous side effects, can lead to severe and even life-threatening conditions such as pulmonary toxicity, hepatotoxicity, and thyrotoxicity. This drug may also impact the kidneys, but Amiodarone-induced nephropathy… Read More »Amiodarone-induced nephropathy: A case study
Dr Reza Moazzeni | Cardiologist Westmead