There is confusion over these heart emergencies and it is important to know the difference because all have different cause and treatment. Heart Attack : A heart attack happens when blood supply of heart muscle is interrupted (blocked). Without getting…
What is Familial Hypercholesterolemia? Familial Hypercholesterolemia is a genetic disease which refers to individual with very high levels of LDL Cholesterol (Bad Cholesterol) . These patients are at increased risk of early onset of coronary artery disease (Blockage in heart …
1. What is the role of diet in causing heart disease? Diet play a major role in preventing or causing heart disease. Diet high in animal fat, low in fruit and vegetable and high in alcohol have shown to cause …
Covid 19 infection can damage heart muscle and affect heart function. Heart damage occurs due to high level of inflammatory markers circulating in the blood. As the body’s immune system fights off the virus, the inflammatory process can damage some…
A pacemaker can improve daily life for many people. Once you have a pacemaker, you will need regular doctor visits to check your health condition and the pacemaker. Carry your pacemaker ID card with you for emergencies. Show it to…
A pacemaker is a small battery-operated device that’s placed (implanted) in your chest under the skin to control your heartbeat. Average pacemakers weigh as little as 1 ounce (28 grams) and size as of matchbox. A pacemaker has two parts:…
What is heart disease? Heart disease is any condition that affects the structure or function of the heart. Most people think of heart disease as one condition. But in fact, heart disease is a group of conditions with many different…
Lifestyle factors cause most incidents of heart disease and diseases in the bloodstream, in whole or in part. Lifestyle can cause blood vessels to be narrowed, high blood pressure, and inflammation in the circulatory system. These changes will themselves decrease the general health and tissue, and can cause more dramatic events like blood clots, heart attack, or stroke.