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What is fibular heart disease?
There is atrial fibrillation, an abnromal cardiac rhythm in which the atria do not contract properly. However, there is no such entity as fibular heart disease.
What causes chest pain with heart palpitations?
That sounds like heart disease of some kind; it might be atrial fibrillation. In any event, consult your doctor.
What is it called when the upper chambers of the heart flutters?
Atrial Flutter. You may be thinking of atrial fibrillation, though.
Which part is atrial systole in ECG?
identify the portion of the ECG that represents the electrcal activity associated with atrial systole.
Can you be born with heart disease?
Absolutely. There are many congenital Heart diseases/defects, including benign conditions such as atrial septal defects, up to potentially fatal ones such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome. If by "Heart disease" you mean atherosclerotic heart disease which causes heart attacks, then I am not aware of anyone ever being born with it. There are conditions in which one can develop very early coronary artery disease, but that is usually in the 20s, not at birth.
Is Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia a disease?
Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia is not a disease
Hi again, Gene. Atri?
Hi again, Gene. Atrial fibrillation is generally associated with increased morbidity and mortality, and much of this is due to its relationship with ischemic stroke and cardiac disease like heart failure. Among men, estimates range from 1.3-3.5 times more likely for strokes, cardiovascular events (e.g. heart attack), heart failure and death. In your case, however, your risks are probably lower and may even approximate those of people without atrial fibrillation; this is because you have lone atrial fibrillation (at least by some criteria-it is more commonly diagnosed among younger people). Lone atrial fibrillation is diagnosed when no underlying cause or related illness, like heart disease or diabetes, can be found. Because your atrial fibrillation is unassociated with any other symptoms or findings of heart disease, and because you are a non-smoker without obesity or hypertension, your prognosis is better than that of atrial fibrillation in general. The Pradaxa you take is to further reduce your risk of having a stroke.
Do I have a higher risk of atrial fibrillation if I have a family history of heart disease?
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat. Atrial fibrillation has been linked to heart disease and evidence suggests it may be hereditary. Taking measures to lower your heart disease risk are advised. Specifically, don't smoke, get regular exercise and have a healthy diet.
Who are more likely to suffer from atrial fibrillation?
often occurs in people with various types of heart disease. Atrial fibrillation may also result from an inflammation of the heart's covering (pericarditis ), chest trauma or surgery, pulmonary disease, and certain medications
What are some common heart diseases?
Some of the more common are:Myocardial infarction (heart attack, ischemic heart disease),CHF (congestive heart failure),cardiomyopathy (inflammatory or infectious disease of the muscles of the heart),hypertensive heart disease,heart valve leaks, prolapse and inefficiency,congenital heart defects in infants,arteriosclerotic heart disease (ASHD, aka hardening of the arteries),bundle branch block,sick sinus syndrome,rheumatic heart disease,coronary artery stenosis and occlusion,heart arrhythmias, like atrial fibrillation and ventricular fibrillation.
What is fibular heart disease?
There is atrial fibrillation, an abnromal cardiac rhythm in which the atria do not contract properly. However, there is no such entity as fibular heart disease.
Is multifocal atrial tachycardia congenital or acquired?
Multifocal atrial tachycardia is both congenital and acquired. It can exist in patients who are experiencing congenital heart disease and might also come after a surgery.
What are the causes of premature atrial contractions?
Premature atrial contractions can be caused by factors such as stress, caffeine, alcohol, smoking, and certain medical conditions like heart disease or electrolyte imbalances.
What are some of the causes of cerebrovascular disease?
Atherosclerosis and atrial fibrillation are the two most common causes of cerebrovascular diseases.
What is the goal of treatment for atrial fibrillation and flutter?
to control the rate and rhythm of the heart and to prevent the formation of blood clots. If the arrhythmia is caused by heart disease, the heart disease will also be treated.
What is pto heart disease?
If you mean PFO, it is a defect in the septum (wall) between the two upper (atrial) chambers of the heart. The defect is an incomplete closure of the atrial septum. A PFO is present in everyone before birth but seals shut in about 80% of people. It is not a disease but an abnormality.
What is the purpose of electrocardiography?
Hyperthyroidism can result in tachyarrhythmias (fast abnormal heart rhythms) such as supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, or atrial flutter. These can be detected on EKG. Hypothyroidism can cause slow heart rate (bradycardia) and can be associated with congenital heart block (abnormal electrical conduction between the top and bottom chambers of the heart). These can also be seen on EKG.
