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Yes, they can be. Heart disease and myocardial defects can be genetically passed down generations. However, heart attacks can also be congenital based on lifestyle choices, weight, environmental conditions and more.

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Can you take equate arthritis with warfarin?

You dont. warfarin is a blood thinning drug that is usually connected with the risks of heart attack or stroke.


Materials used to make an artificial hearts?

The artificial is used in place of an actual heart transplant. The reasons are because there are MANY risks in having a heart transplant, so some patients would prefer an artificial heart transplant. There are also many risks with this operation, too. The heart is made up of real blood and tissue, whereas the artificial heart is merely plastic.


How can chances of a heart attack be lowered?

The risks of developing an heart attack are:1. Obesity2. High cholesterol diet3. Age and sex (males are more susceptible)4. Smoking5. Congenital (family history)Therefore, if you keep a healthy diet, do some exercise, stop smoking, and keep your weight normal, you can counteract the family history.


What health risks exist if you have artery blockage?

pressure may cause it to bulge like a balloon directly above or below the blockage, causing a weakening of the vessel wall. The aorta may eventually rupture, causing massive bleeding and death


What are your specific risks during coronary artery disease surgery?

Risks and Complications of Heart SurgeryUnderstanding the Potential Risks of Heart SurgeryEvery open heart surgery presents the risk of complications specific to the procedure being performed, in addition to the general risks of surgery. The risks vary from one type of heart surgery to another (including pacemaker placement, coronary artery bypass grafting,congenital defect repair, valve repairs and more), and may be higher if the heart is stopped and blood is pumped by a cardiopulmonary bypass machine rather than by the heart during the procedure.

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Are tattoos ok to get after 60?

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What are the health risks associated with high levels of saturated fat and cholesterol in the diet?

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Can you take equate arthritis with warfarin?

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What happens when your triglycerides are lower?

It is good news that you have lower triglycerides. Low triglycerides mean lower risks of heart disease, heart attack, stroke, obesity and metabolic syndrome.