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Asbestos-related lung diseases are caused by exposure to asbestos fibers.

El sobrepeso y la obesidad no presentan síntomas específicos. Los signos del sobrepeso y de la obesidad incluyen un índice de masa corporal (IMC) elevado y una distribución poco saludable de la grasa corporal que se puede estimar mediante la medición de la circunferencia de la cintura.

Treatment for pneumonia depends the type of pneumonia you have, the germ causing your infection, and how severe your pneumonia is. Bacterial pneumonia is treated with medicines called antibiotics. Antibiotics don't work when the cause of pneumonia is a virus. If you have viral pneumonia, your doctor may prescribe an antiviral medicine to treat it.

Melanoma treatment options include excision, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, chemotherapy, intralesional therapy and palliative local therapy. Get detailed information about the diagnosis and treatment of newly diagnosed and recurrent melanoma in this summary for clinicians.

Treatment for heart failure depends on the type and severity of the heart failure. Treatments usually include heart-healthy lifestyle changes, medicines, ongoing care, and medical procedures and surgery.

The signs and symptoms of a stroke vary. They often develop quickly and may include sudden weakness, paralysis, confusion, trouble speaking, changes in vision, trouble breathing, dizziness, loss of consciousness, and a sudden severe headache. After you’ve had a stroke, you may develop other complications such as blood clots, muscle weakness, problems swallowing, pneumonia, and loss of bladder control.

Peripheral artery disease happens when plaque builds up in the arteries that carry blood to your head, organs, and limbs. Plaque buildup leads to atherosclerosis, which limits oxygen-rich blood flow to your organs and other parts of your body. This Health Topic focuses on peripheral artery disease that affects blood flow to the legs.

Learn about how stress contributes to certain cardiovascular health conditions. Learn about healthy ways to manage stress and cope with problems to improve your emotional and physical health.

If you have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, it is important that you continue your treatment. Follow-up care can help your doctor check your condition and talk to you about how to prevent repeat events and what to do in an emergency.

El médico puede diagnosticarle angina con base en su historial médico, un examen físico, y procedimientos y pruebas de diagnóstico. Estas pruebas pueden evaluar si necesita un tratamiento inmediato para evitar un ataque al corazón. Algunas de estas pruebas pueden ayudar a descartar otras afecciones.