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Heart Disease
About one in every four deaths in the United States is due to heart disease, making it the leading cause of death. Ask questions about various heart diseases here.
995 Questions
What is the next step after a tmt was positive for inducible ischemia?
Positive for inducible ischaemia means insufficient supply of oxygen to heart. Possibility of blockages in the arteries of the heart are implied.
Sometimes it can be a false positive alert.
Doctor's expertise and advise is very important in Positive inducible ischaemia cases.
Does cayenne pepper help in cases of congestive heart failure?
Cayenne pepper is a potent blood circulation stimulant. Obviously, improving blood circulation is important to a healthy heart. It is known for its ability to stop heart attacks, and regulate blood pressure.
In Chinese medicine, we are able to evaluate the Yin/Yang balance of the body, and specific organ systems. Often times, very hot herbs can exacerbate Yang conditions in the body. For example, the stomach can become 'Yin Deficient', a condition that may have signs of intense hunger and thirst. This condition would be intensified with the use of cayenne, as would many, many other conditions. There are many herbs that would safely address congestive heart failure that do not disrupt the Yin/Yang balance of the body; hawthorn, linden, and yarrow come to mind. There are also well balanced formulas that contain gentle blood movers, such as red sage, that help to improve congestive heart failure.
What can massage do to someone with atherosclerosis and why is it contraindicated?
Atherosclerosis is associated with hardening of the arteries and plaque deposits. It can also involve blood clots, which are called thrombi. The danger lies in the possibility of dislodging a blood clot, which can be fatal. A gentle non-circulatory may be helpful to make them feel better, but it would be wise to get clearance from a doctor before proceeding.
Can defibrillators bring a dead person back to life?
Yes. A person who is technically dead as the heart has stopped can be returned to life by use of a defibrillator in some situations.
What are the disease covered under critical illness?
Every Health Insurance Company has a different set of diseases included under Critical Illnesses. Apollo Munich offers optional coverage for eight major diseases-Cancer, First Heart Attack, Sclerosis, Paralysis, Coronary Artsy Surgery, Stroke, Kidney Failure and Major Organ Transplantation. The definition of each of these diseases is mentioned in the policy wording.
What is non q wave heart attack?
No. I had an MI confirmed by elevated enzymes they told me I had a non Q wave heart attack. what is the difference between a regular heart attack and a non q wave heart attack?
What to expect with a Terminally ill patient without hydration or food while sedated?
this patient will surely die!!
Can an mri determine past heart attacks?
It can however detect conditions such as cardiac tumors and heart disease.
Heart MRI may be used to evaluate or diagnose:
- Heart muscle damage after a heart attack
- Birth defects of the heart
- Heart tumors and growths
- Weakening or problems with the heart muscle
- Symptoms of heart failure
Is a woman having a heart attack is right hand is tingling?
She is probably not having a heart attack. The tingling sensation is more likely from nerves in the neck getting compressed.
What causes pain under the right shoulder blade?
If it is muscle pain, I would expect you to have severe pain with moving your shoulder through a full range of motion... Pulling/pushing would also cause a lot of pain in that area. If you get the pain when you take a deep breath, then I would think more along the lines of pleuracy, a condition usually caused by a virus. With either of the above, I would certainly urge you to see a physician, PA, or NP...
What day of the week does most heart attacks happen?
according to NY Times - it's supposedly Wednesday - the middle of a long week.
see link below:
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/03/14/health/14real.HTML
Actually, it appears to be Monday.
(BTW:The link cited above to substantiate the view that it's Wednesday in fact leads to a NYTs article that says it's Monday...)
Here are two links that lead to reviews of research indicating that the highest percentage of heart attacks occur on Monday:
http://health.msn.com/health-topics/monday-morning-heart-attacks-and-other-health-risks-by-the-day-of-the-weekhttp://www.wisegeek.com/do-more-people-have-heart-attacks-on-mondays.htm
How heart disease affect the cells?
Hey this Bonequisha & this effects your cells because your cells clog up your arteries and that can be one of the causes of heart disease
By "cardiac thump," I am asuming you are referring to what is known as precordial thump. A precordial thump is a medical intervention used when a person has a witnessed cardiac arrest and no defibrillator is readily available. The thump is actually a blow to the mid-sternum with the physician's hand. A closed fist is held about 12 inches from the sternum; it is then used to suddenly strike the chest with the medial portion of the hand. This actually generates some electrical activity, around 5 joules, and has been shown, in some cases, to convert a lethal heart rhythm back into a normal rhythm.
Which disease killed 600000 people in the US?
If you are talking about annual deaths, that would be heart disease which is the leading cause of death in both men and women.
What does idiopathic cardiomegaly mean?
Cardiomegaly refers to an enlargement of the heart; idiopathic indicates no specific reason or event can be found to explain the appearance of the symptom.
Instead of Focusing on What Not to Eat, Add These Foods to Lower Cholesterol?
Elevated cholesterol levels are an obvious risk factor for the development of heart disease. Physicians often prescribe patients with high cholesterol a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet. Saturated fats and Trans-fats especially have a negative effect on low density lipoproteins, also known as LDL cholesterol or “bad” cholesterol, so patients are frequently given a list of foods to avoid. However, new research shows that those with high cholesterol should be focusing much more on what to eat, instead of simply what not to eat.
Dr. David JA Jenkins of the Nutrition, Metabolism and Vascular Biology Department at the University of Toronto, found that when patients were given a low-fat diet, their LDL cholesterol reduced by just 3%. However, when they combined certain cholesterol-reducing foods with their low-fat diet, LDL was lowered by more than 13%. The research from Dr. Jenkins study was published in the August 24th issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
The findings do not suggest that patients ditch their grilled chicken in favor of fried, but do recommend that those who need to lower their cholesterol should focus on adding some of the following healthful foods into their daily diet:
Tofu or Soy Milk – The researchers found that those who replaced meat and dairy with soy-based products were among those with the biggest drop in cholesterol levels. One reason why – animal foods contain cholesterol, plant foods do not. The team recommends that patients eat four servings of soy each day. One serving is equivalent to 4 ounces of firm tofu, 1 cup of soy milk, one-half cup of soybeans, three-quarters cup of soy yogurt, or one-third cup of roasted soy nuts.
Nuts– While nuts do contain fat, it is the unsaturated kind which is beneficial to your cardiovascular system. Just one-and-a-half ounces a day of any of your favorite nuts, especially almonds or cashews, is recommended. If you are overweight, pay attention to calories, though. While a handful is good for you, too much can thwart weight loss efforts. Also, for those with high blood pressure or other medical need to restrict sodium, buy unsalted nuts.
Margarine enriched with plant sterols – Cholesterol-lowering brands of margarine such as Benecol or Take Control have been on the market since the late 1990’s. These contain sitosterol, a plant sterol that binds to cholesterol in the intestine, reducing the amount that is absorbed into the blood. Yes, they cost more than regular margarine, but if they help to lower cholesterol, they cost a lot less than statin drugs or open-heart surgery!
Oats, Barley and other Whole Grains – Ditch your habit of eating white rice, breads made with white flour and simple sugars. Trade these in for whole grains, including oats, brown rice, and other interesting grains such as quinoa and barley. Refined grains have much of the fiber removed when they are processed. Fiber, like plant sterols, help to bind cholesterol to help reduce what is absorbed from other foods that you eat. Fiber also has the beneficial quality of keeping you full longer, which can lead to weight loss. Weight loss is also an effective way to lower cholesterol levels.
Fruits and Vegetables – Fruits and vegetables contain fiber as well. But they also contain healthful antioxidants which help prevent free radicals from damaging the cardiovascular system and stop the development of atherosclerosis. The vitamins and minerals in colorful fruits and vegetables may also help to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke. Aim for at least five servings per day – but strive to achieve the new recommendations of nine servings. And while potatoes, green beans, and iceberg lettuce are healthful vegetables, try to incorporate more color into your daily diet and get a variety of dark leafy greens and more rich orange, red, and yellow produce each day.
Coronary heart disease linked to unbalanced diet?
Eating an unbalanced diet can cause you to develop a type of medical condition for example coronary heart disease. This develops over time because you have eaten too many fats and salty foods, then the fats from all the foods sits inside the coronary arteries, and over time the fatty deposits build up and can cause heart failure or heart disease. If you have coronary heart disease you must take care of your diet, you may want to exercise a little bit more than you do, you may also want to stop eating really fatty foods, or at least cut down on them, you may want to increase your fibre intake and eat an adequate amount of fresh fruit and vegetables.
What are symptoms of viral cardiomyopathy?
The symptoms of a viral infection are known to us all. Fever, tiredness, runny nose, sore throat, sore body etc. The sore body is sore muscles which is a myositis (inflammation of skeletal muscle). Happening at the same time is often a myocarditis (inflammation of heart muscle). This is very common and it normally resolves without consequense. Occasionally in some people an unusual reaction occurs resulting in inflammation, scarring and destruction of the heart muscle. This leads to heart failure symptoms and a diagnosis of cardiomyopathy.
