The heart, which is the center of the circulatory system, is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body. Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to our vital organs, and takes away unwanted waste products and carbon dioxide. Naturally, any interruption or impairment within this system could lead to potentially serious problems. Find out how to maintain, boost, and protect your heart and cardiovascular health, here.
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What should you know about heart disease in women? The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 6 percent of American women over 20 have coronary heart disease or coronary artery disease. And this risk of heart disease increases with age. The terms "women" and "men" will be used frequently in this article to […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 04, 2022
What are the symptoms of a heart attack in woman? Women may not always feel the same heart attack symptoms as men do. While they might surely experience the classic signs of a heart attack, such as severe chest pain spreading down one arm, many women also experience ambiguous or even "silent" symptoms that they […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 04, 2022
The drug trimetazidine (TMZ) allows for more blood flow to your heart and limits rapid changes in blood pressure. This can help lessen chest pain from blocked blood vessels and improve overall performance in someone with a heart-related disease. It also helps metabolize fatty acids, which helps your body use oxygen. In Europe, TMZ is approved […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 04, 2022
Because it builds up in the walls of your blood arteries and increases your risk of health issues like a heart attack or stroke, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is sometimes referred to as the "bad" cholesterol. However, not all cholesterol is harmful because your body requires it to produce healthy cells and hormones, safeguard your nerves, […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 04, 2022
Several factors can contribute to an enlarged heart, such as high blood pressure and coronary artery disease. It may also result from an inefficient heart pump, which can lead to congestive heart failure. Although an enlarged heart may get better with time, the majority of affected individuals require lifelong medication treatment. Causes of Enlarged Heart Blockages that affect […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 04, 2022
What is the normal blood oxygen level in healthy individuals? Most people don't need to regularly check their blood oxygen levels. Only those with medical conditions that result in low blood oxygen levels are typically asked to have their levels checked. and even then, the less invasive pulse oximetry method is frequently just as helpful […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 04, 2022
What is a pacemaker? A pacemaker is an electronic medical device that is typically the size of a matchbox. It is implanted beneath the skin by a surgeon to help treat certain types of heart failure and irregular heartbeats known as arrhythmias. How do pacemakers work? What is a pacemaker and how does it work? An electrical […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 01, 2022
What is a stent? A stent is a thin tube that can be very beneficial in the treatment of heart disease. It keeps your arteries open, which are the blood veins that carry blood from your heart to other sections of your body, including the heart muscle itself. Most stents are permanent and formed of wire […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 01, 2022
How do I know if my chest pain is serious? What could be the reason for sudden, sharp chest pain? Is it a heart attack? Learn more here. What is unexpected, severe chest pain? Chest pain may arise and subside every few minutes or over several days. The cause may be related to the heart, the muscles, […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 01, 2022
Myocarditis is a disorder that results in inflammation of the muscle that pumps blood into and out of the heart and throughout the body. An inflamed myocardium causes problems like irregular heartbeats, chest pain, and breathing difficulties. What are myocarditis symptoms? Why Does Myocarditis Occur? Inflammation is typically your body's response to a wound or infection. For […]
Reviewed by Lauren Labrador, MD, FPCP, DPCC • Dec 01, 2022
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