Ventilation Positions Comparable in Lung Syndrome Patients Nov 13, 2009
Prone, or face-down, positioning is recommended for patients with ARDS, a serious and often fatal lung condition that may be associated with severe hypoxemia (abnormally low levels of oxygen in the blood, resulting in shortness of breath), according to background information in the study. "Moreover, prone positioning has been advocated as a rescue maneuver for severe hypoxemia, owing to its positive effects on oxygenation, which have been repeatedly documented since its first description in... (MEDLINEplus)
Man dies after being pulled from Wipeout Nov 13, 2009
Medics then discovered Sparks was experiencing shortness of breath, so he was taken to the hospital. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
Pregnant woman, 21, dies in Onondaga County jail ce Nov 13, 2009
Early Thursday morning, Patterson was seen by a registered nurse after complaining of shortness of breath. Walsh says a jail deputy spoke with Patterson at 7 a.m. and when the deputy checked back at 7:45 a.m., Patterson was unresponsive on the floor of her cell. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Renal-Artery Stenosis Nov 12, 2009
A 73-year-old former smoker with a history of hypertension and dyslipidemia presents to the emergency department with shortness of breath. His blood pressure is 160/75 mm Hg, heart rate 60 beats per minute, and respiratory rate 24 breaths per minute. (New England Journal of Medicine)
A Crisis in Late Pregnancy Nov 12, 2009
A 31-year-old woman in the 37th week of pregnancy presented to the emergency room of another hospital with sudden onset of severe bitemporal headache and shortness of breath. She was in respiratory distress, which was made worse by lying flat, and reported that she felt as if she was drowning. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Can working out wear your bodyout? Nov 12, 2009
Be sure to discuss with your doctor any chest pain, shortness of breath or prior difficulty exercising in hot temperatures. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Health)
Readers Write 11/12 Nov 12, 2009
Add to this extreme fatigue and shortness of breath, and you have a recipe for extreme suffering. This drug was once given to chemo patients to prevent anemia, even when there was none. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Smokers Beware: You're at Risk for COPD Nov 11, 2009
This causes shortness of breath because it takes an emphysema patient longer to exhale. A normal person should be able to expel their entire lung capacity in 4 to 5 seconds, Horowitz said. (Fox News)
Ten Reasons to See Your Doctor Nov 11, 2009
Shortness of Breath Feeling short of breath beyond the typical stuffy nose or shortness of breath from exercise could be a sign of an underlying health problem. If you ever find that you are unable to get your breath or that you are gasping for air or wheezing, seek emergency medical care. (Suite101.com)
Why women panic more than men? Nov 10, 2009
Also known as CBT, in this therapy a mental health professional guides you toward new ways of thinking about panic attacks and helps you become less fearful of symptoms such as racing heartbeat and shortness of breath. Prevention - Avoid alcohol and stimulants, such as cocaine and caffeine, because they can bring on an attack or make the symptoms worse. (India Times, India)
Historic vote looms on Capitol Hill today Nov 8, 2009
An elderly man suffering from widespread colon cancer was recently admitted to the hospital with severe abdominal pain, fever and shortness of breath. The admitting physician was told by a Medicare reviewer that the patient did not really need hospitalization. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Death shuts Gate on plan for new nightspot Nov 7, 2009
The 85-year-old D'Lugoff was rushed to New York-Presbyterian Hospital on Wednesday after complaining of a shortness of breath, and died that day ... The 85-year-old D'Lugoff was rushed to New York-Presbyterian Hospital on Wednesday after complaining of a shortness of breath, and died that day. (New York Post -- News)
Learning how to save lives Nov 6, 2009
With a heart attack, there are symptoms such as chest pain, nausea and shortness of breath, for example, Foster told the gathering. With cardiac arrest, there are no symptoms, no pains and especially no breath, or even a heartbeat. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Study: Heart failure may worsen with statins Nov 6, 2009
In heart failure, the enlarged heart struggles to pump a sufficient amount of blood, which can cause fluid to collect in the limbs and lungs, resulting in shortness of breath and fatigue ... And if someone with diastolic heart failure is prescribed the drug and his or her heart failure symptoms--such as weakness, fatigue, and shortness of breath--get worse, he adds, "that should be investigated.". (CNN -- Health)
Report On H1N1 Cases In California Shows Hospitalization Can Occur At All Ages, With Many Severe Nov 5, 2009
Fever, cough, and shortness of breath were the most common symptoms. Underlying conditions previously associated with severe influenza were reported in 68 percent of cases. (Science Daily)
Editorial: Flu sense Nov 5, 2009
Wed Nov 04, 2009, 12:34 PM EST. The H1N1 virus and its potential to kill has scared people, driving up emergency room visits. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Statins May Worsen Fatigue in Heart Failure Patients Nov 5, 2009
TUESDAY, Nov. 3 (HealthDay News) -- Statins may boost the risk of fatigue and shortness of breath in some patients with heart failure, a new study suggests ... 7 million people in the United States suffer from heart failure, which can cause fatigue, shortness of breath and fluid build-up in the lungs and legs ... "Some patients with diastolic heart failure may be more prone to the adverse effect of statins on muscle. It may be that patients with particular preexisting factors will experience... (MEDLINEplus)
What women's symptoms really mean Nov 4, 2009
Warning signs like shortness of breath or unexplained throat pain may seem minor but could be deadly ... Fainting or shortness of breath: These may signal a clot in your lungs known as a pulmonary embolism (PE), a condition that leads to about 60,000 deaths per year. (CNN)
Caswell County Health Department offers information on seasonal flu, H1N1 Nov 4, 2009
Anyone with the following emergency warning signs needs urgent medical attention and should seek medical care promptly: difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen, sudden dizziness, confusion, severe or persistent vomiting, flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough. More information about both the seasonal flu and the H1N1 flu can be found on the CDC's website (). (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Letters To The Editor Nov 4, 2009
See your doctor immediately if you are experiencing: coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, pain in chest, shoulder and/or upper back, coughing up blood, hoarseness. November is lung cancer awareness month. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Knox County Public Library, 11-1: Lessons learned by King make for good reading Nov 3, 2009
If you feel discomfort in the chest, lightheaded, dizzy, fatigue, shortness of breath you should see a physician. Heart attacks arent always dramatic. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Click to read:Advanced Dementia: Managing the Burden Nov 3, 2009
"Far too many patients experienced distressing symptoms like pain and shortness of breath and received burdensome interventions of questionable benefit in the final days of life," Dr. Susan Mitchell said. But how do you know when someone is in the final days of life. (CBS News)
Morningstar Foods issues voluntary product recall Nov 3, 2009
Common symptoms of an allergic reaction include hives, swelling, shortness of breath, wheezing, vomiting and stomach or intestinal upset. If a consumer experiences any of the above symptoms, they should see their healthcare professional immediately. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Smoke from Iraq burn pit may be making local soldiers sick Nov 2, 2009
But he said shortness of breath and coughing fits arose after working near the pit ... She said about 80 percent of the cases involve respiratory issues, ranging from shortness of breath to asthma to potentially fatal lung diseases. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Cook wins Charles Schwab tourney, Roberts takes points title Nov 2, 2009
Sindelar withdrew Saturday and was taken to the hospital for dizziness and shortness of breath after playing the fourth hole. Sindelar rested in between holes and tried to play the fifth before withdrawing. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Tasers: Deadly or useful devices? Nov 1, 2009
He suffered from shortness of breath and was taken to Central Mississippi Medical Center, where he died. February 2008: Rankin County Sheriff's deputies say they had to use a Taser to subdue Joseph Davis, a 50-year-old disabled man, whom they were trying to arrest on trespassing and attempted rape charges. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Three schools close due to illness Nov 1, 2009
Daily Journal Online - Park Hills, MO. West County Elementary students (left to right) Lillyann Swyers, Jordan Stevens and Ivy Meinershagen scrub their hands before lunch to get rid of germs. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Cook leads Champions Tour by 6 shots Nov 1, 2009
withdrew and was taken to a hospital after complaining of dizziness and shortness of breath. According to a Champions Tour spokesman, Sindelar became dizzy after playing the 204-yard, par-3 fourth hole. (ESPN -- Golf)
HINGHAM POLICE FIRE LOG: Oct. 12-18, 2009 Oct 30, 2009
Caller reports 85-year-old female with shortness of breath ... Social worker reports shortness of breath. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Groups weigh in with special support Oct 30, 2009
"There comes so much freedom in weight loss. You can move more and with less pain and shortness of breath.". But Morago added that no degree of pain or encouragement can push someone to lose weight until they're ready - and decide for themselves. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Oct. 29 fire log Oct 30, 2009
11:50 a.m. EMTs responded to Whitcomb Avenue for a female party experiencing shortness of breath ... 9:05 a.m. EMTs responded to Foster Street for a female party with shortness of breath. (Littleton Independent, MA)
FLU SEASON: How to get through unscathed Oct 30, 2009
In adults, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath; pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen; sudden dizziness; confusion; severe or persistent vomiting; flulike symptoms that abate and then return with fever and a worse cough. What about treatment. (USA Today)
YRMC offers test to detect lung disease Oct 29, 2009
For Yumans who have ever experienced a shortness of breath or wheezing, smoking, or high blood pressure, respiratory therapists from Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) will be on hand to answer questions and administer a breathing test Wednesdaytoday, according to a news release from YRMC.. "A simple breathing test, called a spirometry test, can help people find out if they are one of the millions of Americans suffering from lung disease and don't know it," the release said. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
H1N1 vaccine shortage in Wisconsin Oct 29, 2009
However, she stressed that patients who experience shortness of breath, pain or pressure in the chest, sudden dizziness, severe vomiting or who get better and then get worse should immediately seek emergency care. Comments. (The Digital Cardinal, WI)
AGING & CARING: 10 ways to help your parents prevent a heart attack Oct 29, 2009
8:37 am October 28, 2009, by AJC. BY STEPHANIE TRELOGAN OF. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Village Idiot: The good, the ad and the ugly Oct 28, 2009
"Do you have shortness of breath? Loss of ear hair? Painful fingernails? Does your coffee smell like tea? You may be suffering from NOPQ. Ask your doctor about Nopquease, the only FDA-approved antidote for EFGHI, the medicine we were pushing last year."Nopquease may cause lower back pain, explosive diarrhea, foot spasms, bleeding eyeballs, agoraphobia, spontaneous conception and abnormal eyebrow growth. " There should be a law that the advertiser has to at least tell us what NOPQ stands for at... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Ever wonder why you sneeze? Oct 28, 2009
When to worry: Call your doctor if your temperature rises above 102 degrees, if a fever persists for 72 hours without breaking, or if you also have shortness of breath or dizziness. Home remedies: To stay hydrated, sip your favorite liquids. (CNN)
- First H1N1-related death in Imperial County announced 0 Oct 28, 2009
The man was admitted to a hospital emergency department Oct. 4 for shortness of breath, fever and other flu-like symptoms, according to the release. He had underlying health conditions. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Are you at risk for a sudden heart attack? Oct 28, 2009
Don't deny cardiac symptoms: If you're experiencing "shortness of breath or chest pains from exertion, get to the hospital right away," warns Dr. Stein, who had a friend die from a heart attack last year, after experiencing chest pains while riding his bike. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Health)
Women's Heart Attack Gap? Just A Myth Oct 27, 2009
There were no differences between men and women in rates of discomfort, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea or clammy skin. The study did find that women were more likely to have other symptoms such as throat, jaw and neck discomfort. (Click2Houston, TX)
David Moffit, 82: Veteran UPI sports writer Oct 27, 2009
In fact, he was on the job Wednesday evening when he experienced a shortness of breath. He was taken to Gwinnett Medical Center in Duluth, where he died Friday night from complications of a suspected heart attack. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Women have same stroke symptoms as men Oct 26, 2009
Cardiac nurse Martha Mackay, a Canadian Institutes of Health Research clinical research fellow and doctoral student at the UBC School of Nursing and her team found there were no gender differences in rates of chest discomfort or other typical symptoms such as arm discomfort, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, indigestion-like symptoms, and clammy skin. She said: "Both the media and some patient educational materials frequently suggest that women experience symptoms of a heart attack... (India Times, India)
Women have 'same heart symptoms' Oct 26, 2009
WARNING SIGNALS OF A HEART ATTACK Pain Shortness of breath Nausea Sweating Fear. Martha Mackay, who led the Canadian research, said these latest findings suggested that this simply was not the case. (BBC News -- Health)
The heart attack myth: Study establishes that women do have same the heart attack symptoms as men Oct 26, 2009
Her team's study of 305 consecutive patients undergoing angioplasty which briefly causes symptoms similar to a heart attack found no gender differences in rates of chest discomfort or other 'typical' symptoms such as arm discomfort, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, indigestion-like symptoms, and clammy skin. While both women and men may experience typical or non-typical symptoms, the major difference was that female patients were more likely to have both the classic symptoms of heart... (EurekAlert!)
When the state casts a health care safety net Oct 25, 2009
Toth took her mother, Linda Harraway, to an Athens Regional Medical Center clinic when she started to suffer shortness of breath while visiting recently. Eighty-three-year-old Harraway was seen within five minutes; doctors quickly diagnosed a silent heart attack, gave her oxygen and took her by ambulance to the hospital, Toth said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
I have all of these different symptoms. Could it be the flu? Oct 23, 2009
difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen. (Lake Wales News, FL)
800 turned away from Multnomah County swine flu shot site Oct 23, 2009
"Things you want to look for to say okay, I need to head to the hospital, (are) things like shortness of breath, he said. Very dizzy. I have chest pain. I'm coughing up blood. I'm confused or lethargic. All those things would make me say you need to get in and get seen right away," he said. Find complete swine flu coverage at. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Swine flu's likely here; local supply of seasonal flu vaccine wiped out Oct 23, 2009
fiddy6bills wrote on Oct 22, 2009 12:33 PM:" OK PEOPLE HERE IS WHEN YOU SHOULD SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT (taken from saint john's web page) H1N1 Influenza (Swine Flu)When to Call a DoctorFor your childCall your doctor now or seek emergency care if your child:Is having trouble breathing. Has blue or gray skin. Is not drinking enough fluids or has signs of dehydration. Is having trouble waking up or is acting confused. Is extremely irritable and cranky. Had been feeling better, but now symptomssuch... (Longview Daily News, WA)
New clinical guidelines for exacerbations in cystic fibrosis Oct 23, 2009
While a prospective definition of an exacerbation has not yet been developed, clinical features are generally well-defined and represent a sharp deterioration in the general condition of the patient, often involving systemic symptoms such as weight loss and lack of appetite, as well as worsening of pulmonary symptoms such as cough, sputum production and shortness of breath. Exacerbations are the most common reason for hospitalization of cystic fibrosis patients. (EurekAlert!)
Fire log Oct. 8 to Oct. 14 Oct 23, 2009
2:27 p.m. EMTs reported to Great Road for a 91-year-old female with shortness of breath and general weakness ... 2:38 p.m. EMTs responded to Foster Street for a 76-year-old female with shortness of breath. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Review of The MVPS Dysautonomia S... Oct 22, 2009
Review of The MVPS Dysautonomia Survival Guide. Review of The MVPS Dysautonomia Survival Guide. (Suite101.com)
Sperm Donor Passes On Fatal Heart Defect Oct 22, 2009
Symptoms can include an irregular heartbeat and shortness of breath but many cases go undetected until sudden death. The condition is often the culprit when young athletes collapse and die suddenly. (Click2Houston, TX)
AGING & CARING: Parkinsons Disease A guide to mind and mood Oct 22, 2009
So-called generalized anxiety makes individuals so worried and edgy that they can t sleep or they experience a racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, and sweating. Such symptoms can be provoked by distress and embarrassment over how others may react to seeing their Parkinson s tremor or shuffling gait, and the problem can hurt their ability to perform at work or enjoy social gatherings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
For Heart Patients, 66% Don't Get Key Drug Oct 22, 2009
It causes salt and water retention, which can lead to worsening symptoms (such as shortness of breath and leg swelling). Aldosterone antagonists block the action of aldosterone and are a well-recognized part of heart failure treatment. (CBS News -- Health)
Asleep at wheel, driver crashes Chevy Impala into utility pole Oct 21, 2009
The father was taken to Albany Medical Center with an injury to his leg and shortness of breath. The daughter was taken to CMH with a contusion on her head. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Shinseki steps up Oct 21, 2009
com), is also troubled with what will be an escalating backlog, but urged Vietnam veterans to file claims for angina, shortness of breath, any arrhythmia, any vascular disease (heart, renal, carotid, leg, ED), or any other condition that might be associated with ischemic heart disease, you should begin to file and set your effective date, he wrote. The kinks will be ironed out as we see what this brings to us. (Burlington Union, MA)
Sperm donor passes heart defect to 9 offspring Oct 21, 2009
The symptoms can include an irregular heartbeat and shortness of breath but many cases go undetected until sudden death. The children are now aged 7 to 16. (Xinhuanet, China)
Facts About Mesothelioma in Califor... Oct 21, 2009
Facts About Mesothelioma in California. Facts About Mesothelioma in California. (Suite101.com)
Flu vaccinations available at Rite Aid Oct 21, 2009
A physician should also be contacted if someone is having difficulty breathing or has shortness of breath, pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen, sudden dizziness, severe or persistent vomiting or flu-like symptoms that improve but then return with a fever or worse cough. Loading commenting interface. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Texas Now Has Almost 1 Million Doses Of Swine Flu Vaccine Oct 21, 2009
In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include: Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen Sudden dizziness Confusion Severe or persistent vomiting (CDC). Steps You Can Take To Stay Healthy Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze Throw the tissue in the trash after you use itWash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneezeAlcohol-based hands cleaners are also... (KWTX.com, TX)
This is very sad. We are loosing too many wonderful people to cancer. ... Oct 20, 2009
Did he also have shortness of breath. rapid heart beat. (Multichannel News)
Hospitals Restrict Visits To Stop Swine Flu Oct 20, 2009
"You can have people who are going to get sick tomorrow who already are excreting the virus, he said. What Is Swine Flu?The current virus is described as a new subtype of swine flu or A/H1N1 not previously detected in swine or humans. The virus combines genetic material from pigs, birds and humans in a way researchers have not seen before. How Is It Transmitted? People cannot get swine influenza from eating pork or pork products. Most influenza viruses, including the swine flu virus, are not... (KWTX.com, TX)
New Mathematical Model More Accurately Diagnoses Acute Heart Failure In Emergency Rooms Oct 20, 2009
"In many cases, when a patient arrives in an emergency department complaining of shortness of breath, physicians are challenged to correctly diagnose patients," says Dr. Steinhart, "Our model does not require extensive clinical information, which makes it relatively simple-to-use. When the result is greater than 80 percent probability for heart failure, it suggests that the physician should treat for AHF and when it is less than 20 percent, the physician should be looking elsewhere for... (Science Daily)
Dementia As A Terminal Illness: Understanding Clinical Course Of Disease Leads To Better End-of-life Care Oct 20, 2009
Uncomfortable symptoms, including pain, pressure ulcers, shortness of breath, and aspiration, were also common and increased as the end of life approached. Dr. Mitchell, an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, said that she and her team found that while 96 percent of the patients' health-care proxies believed that comfort care was the primary goal of care for their loved one, nearly 41 percent of patients who died during the study underwent at least one intervention,... (Science Daily)
POLICE FIRE LOG: Sept. 28 to Oct. 4, 2009 Oct 19, 2009
Caller reports male with shortness of breath and disoriented ... Caller requests ambulance in parking lot; wife has shortness of breath. (Hingham Journal, MA)
