by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/22/2025 | Cardiovascular Diseases
Tachycardia is a medical term used to describe an abnormally fast heart rate. At rest, the human heart normally beats between 60 and 100 times per minute. When the rate exceeds this limit—especially above 100 beats per minute—it is considered tachycardia. While many...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/19/2025 | Cardiovascular Diseases
Bradycardia is a heart condition characterized by a slower-than-normal heart rate. In healthy adults, the heart typically beats between 60 and 100 times per minute at rest. When the heart rate drops below 60 bpm, bradycardia may be present. While in some cases this...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/17/2025 | Traveling Soon?
Why Prepare for a Trip to Japan? 🏯🍣 Japan is a destination that blends ancient traditions with cutting-edge technology. From temples and cherry blossoms to bustling metropolises like Tokyo and its world-renowned cuisine, every detail is fascinating.Before traveling,...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/16/2025 | Genetic and Hereditary Diseases
Gaucher disease is a rare genetic condition that primarily affects the liver, spleen, and bone marrow, but it can also impact several other organs in the body. Although not widely known, it is the most common lysosomal storage disorder, caused by a mutation in a...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/13/2025 | Neurological Diseases, Syndrome
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare and serious neurological disease characterized by an autoimmune response that attacks the peripheral nerves. It can cause progressive muscle weakness and, in more severe cases, paralysis. Although most people recover with proper...