Wandering kidney, also known as nephroptosis, is a condition where the kidney shifts downwards in the pelvis area when standing up. Symptoms include nausea, chills, and sharp pains. Diagnosis requires a physical exam and intravenous urography. Treatment may include surgery to secure the kidney in a natural position. Also known as floating kidney or nephroptosis, […]
A wandering pacemaker is an irregular heartbeat caused by a shift in the position of the heart’s natural pacemaker, usually not a cause for concern and requires no further treatment. It can be diagnosed with an ECG and may be associated with other health issues. A wandering pacemaker is a type of arrhythmia characterized by […]
Vagrancy is a legal term for those without a home or means of support. Laws have punished vagrants, but modern treatment focuses on individual offenses. Punishments for vagrancy have varied throughout history. Recourse for those in this situation includes government and private shelters and job-finding assistance. Vagrancy is a legal term that is used to […]
