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Side effects from epidurals fall into two main categories: common and rare. Common side effects are rarely worrisome and include itching, fever, nausea, vomiting, soreness and difficulty urinating. A drop in blood pressure is also common, though it is rarely harmful....
Florida residents in the prime of life seldom expect or recognize the signs of stroke. If you did not feel quite right, you might have gone to the emergency room for help. However, if the doctor misdiagnosed your condition and treated you for a different ailment or...
Did you know that health care providers cannot refuse to treat you at the emergency room, even without insurance? Provisions of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act protect patients from dangerous medical practices. Review the terms of the EMTALA if...
Emergency rooms in Florida provide immediate medical care to people suffering from traumatic injuries. However, subpar treatment can happen and the outcome can have life-threatening impacts on victims. Patients going to the ER deserve more than humane treatment. They...
Birth injuries can happen to mothers or babies. Sometimes, they are not preventable, but many times, they are. Stanford Children’s Health explains there are several things that can contribute to birth injuries. Some of these are things your doctor should know prior to...
A medical malpractice incident can cause your life to turn upside down. Whether you suffer a terrible injury or have severe financial issues due to the negligence of a healthcare professional, you need to make sure you file your case as soon as possible. The Florida...
Whether going into the doctor’s office for a yearly visit or running to the emergency room for a sudden issue, communication with medical professionals is critical. Amid the bustle of the office or ER, doctors, nurses and staff may transmit the wrong information,...
It is one of life’s painful truths that you have come to know well: even good people can make really bad mistakes. Your favorite medical provider, someone you have trusted with your health care for many years, might make an error with catastrophic results. As you...
Serious pain and unexplained symptoms can cause panic. You may be unable to work, participate in normal activities and take care of your family. When you receive an incorrect diagnosis, you may experience ongoing and worsening pain. Understanding the severity of...
In the past, hospitals could deny patients based on income and insurance coverage. In 1986, federal law made it illegal to dump patients if they cannot afford medical care. According to the U.S. News, the law states hospitals cannot dump patients before stabilizing...