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What caused the fever and heart palpitations in Galileo's later life?
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It was Gods punishment to Galileo for committing heresay
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How are palpitations described?
Palpitations mean that the heart is not behaving normally. It can appear to skip beats, beat rapidly, beat irregularly, or thump in the chest.
Why did Galileo die?
Galileo died of natural causes in 1642, when he was almost 78 years old. He was already suffering ill-health, having been blind for several years, and also having a hernia. Just prior ti his death, he had a high fever and heart palpitations. At the time, he was serving life imprisonment (under house arrest) for his writings which contradicted the teaching of the Roman Catholic church and supported Copernicus, who was seen as a heretic. See the related link below for more information.
What type of pathogen is rheumatic fever?
Rheumatic fever is actually your body's severe inflammatory reaction. It is first caused by an infection with Streptococcus bacteria. it's kind of a late complication, so that even with treatment with antibiotics, the heart is often damaged, and you may still have joint pains, etc.
Who put Galileo in prison?
The police officer
What led to Galileos discovery of a way to measure small amounts of time more accurately?
Galileo held a pendulum up to his heart and timed the beats. This is what led to the discovery of measuring small amounts of time more accurately.
What are the causes for heart palpitations?
Palpitations are heartbeat sensations that feel like your heart is pounding or racing and can be caused by many things. They can be caused by anemia, anxiety, caffeine, medications, cocaine, diet pills, exercise, fever, hyperventilation, low levels of oxygen in your blood, heart valve disease, nicotine, and overactive thyroid. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003081.htm
Are heart palpitations caused by drinking coffee something to worry about or is it normal occassionally?
Generally heart palpitations are not serious. If they are accompanied by chest pain, see your doctor. It's best to reduce caffeine. Too many palpitations can cause heart pumping problems.
Why do you have palpitations?
A palpitation can be felt when the heart beats too fast, too slow or irregularly--this is called an arrhythmia. Many things can cause palpitations including: dehydration, fever, drinking too much caffeine or alcohol, stress, anxiety, certain drugs such as diet pills, over the counter decongestants and some recreational drugs. Palpitations can also be caused by heart or lung disease. Some one having palpitations should be seen by a physicain to deptermine the cause and treatment.
What caused Hellen Keller's severe fever?
Helen's fever was caused by a very fast heart race!
Why is it that when you drink vitamins i get heart palpitations?
why is it that when i drink vitamins i get heart palpitations
Are heart palpitations and shortness of breath a sign of brainstem compression?
Yes, heart palpitations and shortness of breath can be signs of brainstem compression. These symptoms can be caused by other conditions, including heart disease and respiratory conditions. If you are experiencing these symptoms, check with your doctor.
What illnesses could heart palpitations be a symptom of?
More information about heart palpitations can be found online at the Medical website. The website gives you information about heart palpitations and others sickness.
How can I find out what causes heart palpitations?
Often the cause of your heart palpitations can't be found. Common causes of heart palpitations include: Strong emotional responses, such as stress or anxiety ...
What causes you heart to paluate?
Perhaps you mean heart palpitations. This is when the heart beats in an irregular manor such as fluttering,pounding, irregular beat or skipping a beat. It can be caused by many different things. Most of the time heart palpitations are not dangerous. Causes of palpitations can include low magnesium, iron, sodium or potassium, hormonal imbalance, dehydration, low or high blood sugar, fever, imbalanced thyroid, adrenal fatigue, certain medications, nicotine, caffeine, stress, coronary blockage, mitral valve prolapse, or problems with the heart muscle. Shortness of breath, passing out , dizziness, or chest pain can indicate you have a serious underlying problem.
What is heart distress?
Palpitations.
Is heart palpitations the same thing as heart beat flutters?
From what I can understand, and I am no doctor, heart palpitations is the same thing as heart beat flutters. Heart palpitation is the feeling that your heart is racing.
What is a good website to learn more about heart palpitations?
You can find information about heart palpitations on medicinenet.com. Here's a very good article for you to look at: http://www.medicinenet.com/palpitations/article.htm
