by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/08/2025 | Sleep Disorders
The snoring is a common sound and often a source of jokes among couples and family members. However, it can hide serious conditions that deserve medical attention. Today we will talk about snoring and its relationship with obstructive sleep apnea — a condition that...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/05/2025 | Gastrointestinal Diseases
A gastritis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane that lines the stomach. This condition can be acute, appearing suddenly, or chronic, with a slower and prolonged development. Although often mild, gastritis can cause significant discomfort and, if not properly...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/02/2025 | Symptoms
Pregnancy is a period of intense transformations in a woman’s body. Some changes are widely known, while others still generate doubts and myths. In addition to the changes during pregnancy, some transformations may be long-lasting, remaining after childbirth. In...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 03/31/2025 | Cardiovascular Diseases
Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked, usually by a clot in a coronary artery. This event can be fatal if not treated quickly. In this article, we address the causes of heart attack, its symptoms, the...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 03/27/2025 | Neurological Diseases
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, being the leading cause of dementia in the elderly. It is characterized by the deterioration of cognitive functions, impacting memory, language, and reasoning...