Chest pain in both children and teenagers is quite common, and many times, parents have no idea what the cause may be or what do to subsequently. Such pain often causes anxiety both for the children and their caregivers. Some may take their (that is, the child or...
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a life-threatening medical condition resulting from dislodged thrombi occluding the pulmonary vasculature. In simpler terms, it is a blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries that supplies oxygen-rich blood to the lungs. It is a thrombotic...
A kidney stone is a solid mass made up of tiny crystals. One or more stones can be in the kidney or ureter at the same time. Kidney stones are common. Some types run in families. They often occur in premature infants. There are different types of kidney stones. The...
At LECC, we offer a wild array of health assessments to the general public with the sole purpose of preventing and indicating. Having operated on several patients in house, a number that is fast rising, it is increasingly urgent that the public choose prevention over...
Cardiovascular Health Heart Attacks Amongst Young Adults in Nigeria Dr Folasade Alli, Consultant Cardiologist, Nigeria 24 June 2019 Heart attacks are commonly associated with older and/or overweight persons, however, this life threatening condition can also occur in...
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH What is stroke and its causes, prevention measures, signs & symptoms, and more Dr Folasade Alli, Adult Consultant Cardiologist, Nigeria 12 June 2019 What is stroke is? Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when the supply of oxygen-rich...
