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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
When was Atherosclerosis found?
Atherosclerosis has likely been present in human populations for centuries, but it was formally described in the medical literature in the early 20th century. The first detailed descriptions of atherosclerosis in the arteries date back to the mid-19th century, but the term "atherosclerosis" was coined in the early 20th century to describe the condition of arterial wall thickening and plaque formation.
What are the symptoms of congestive heart failure?
Symptoms of congestive heart failure can include shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling in the legs or abdomen, persistent coughing/wheezing, and increased heart rate. It's important to consult a healthcare provider if you experience any of these symptoms.
What would congestive heart failure be an example of?
Congestive heart failure is a condition in which the heart's function as a pump is weakened. It is an example of what can happen when things like longstanding alcohol abuse, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease are allowed to go untreated.
"Melatonin" is a hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain that helps regulate sleep and wake cycles. It is also available as a dietary supplement and is sometimes used to help improve sleep quality or treat certain sleep disorders.
How do you describe congestive heart failure?
The vast majority of heart disease cases in dogs are considered "acquired" heart disease. They can also be caused by injury or infection.
Here are some details about heart disease in dogs,
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How are infectious diseases different form heart disease?
Infectious diseases are caused by pathogenic agents like bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites and can be transmitted from person to person. In contrast, heart disease refers to conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels, typically due to factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or lifestyle habits. Infectious diseases are often acute and caused by external pathogens, whereas heart disease is often chronic and influenced by internal and external factors.
What are the signs n symptoms of blockage in the heart?
IF you had a Cardiac Problem such as Clogged Arteries, you would notice it and wouldn't be asking this question. If your concerned about your Heart, consider seeing your Doctor or a Cardiologist(Heart Doctor)
Which element in the human diet is considered as a major cause of heart disease?
Fat is the one element that is a major cause of heart disease. Fat clogs the arteries and causes many problems with the heart as a result.
What initiates the process of atherosclerosis?
1. damage to the endothelium due to hypertension creating turbulent blood flow (fatty Streak) 2. Oxidised LDL moves in
3. Foam cells move in. these include macrophages which act to consume the LDL
4. Cytokines released by macrophages result in smooth muscle proliferation
5. Formation of a fibrous cap
You can then get rupture of the plaque and then this causes hear attacks.
Symptoms in an affected child or adult may include disturbed consciousness, speech deficits, sensory and cognitive impairment, involuntary movements, or vision problems
It is when a person experiences low circulation in one's fingers and toes (digits) resulting in coldness and/or redness. It usually occurs in a person between the ages of 25 and 45, more so in women than men, but not uncommon. It is more prevalent in colder climates than warm.
How can a poor diet cause coronary heart disease?
Eating an unbalanced How_can_an_unbalanced_diet_cause_Coronary_heart_diseasecan 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. Read more: How_can_an_unbalanced_diet_cause_Coronary_heart_disease
Is chicken good for heart disease patients?
Chicken can be a part of a healthy diet for heart disease patients, as long as it is prepared in a heart-healthy way. Chicken is a good source of protein and can be included in a diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol.
It's important to choose lean cuts of chicken, such as skinless chicken breast or tenderloin, and to avoid processed chicken products like fried chicken or chicken nuggets. Baking, grilling, or boiling are healthy cooking methods for chicken.
In addition to choosing lean cuts of chicken, it's also important for heart disease patients to limit their intake of sodium, as a high-salt diet can contribute to high blood pressure, a risk factor for heart disease. Some processed chicken products can be high in sodium, so it's important to read labels and choose brands that are lower in sodium.
It's always best to consult with a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian for personalized advice on how to include chicken and other foods in a heart-healthy diet. They can take into consideration your specific medical history and health condition.
Where can you get natural heart disease prevention?
The company is Melaleuca the wellness company. The sectet is in the grapes.
What can grapes do for my heart?
-Grapes contain antioxidants that heop your blood vessels stay healthy
-They also heop promote healthy blood platelet activity
-The result is maintaining healthy circulation and areteries for a healthy heart
What's the Provexcv differenence?
-Melaleuca continually tests grapes from around the world to meet
provexCV's patented blend of grape seed and skin extracts
-This is combined in an exclusive enzyme blend to maximize potency in fact, ProvexCV's enzyme blend promotes healthy blood platelet activity when compared to grape seed and grape skin extracts alone
source: Dr.John Folts, Lab Results, University of Wisconsin, 2002
Are all grapes the same?
-No! In fact, comparative lab test results show ProvexCV promotes healthy blood platelet activity versus the competition(Solgar Advanced Complex, USANA Proflavanol 90, Twinlab Grape seed Extract)
-That's not all, ProvexCV maintains healthy arteries by effectively reducing LDL cholesterol oxidation over 70% in comparison to vitamin E(#1 antioxidant)
Source: Dr. John Folts, Lab Results, University of Wisonsin, 1998
Source: Dr. John Folts, Lab Results, Unikversity of Wisconsin 2005
also their are stagering results with other products from Melaleuca concerning high blood pressure and Ldl colesterol
If you need this kind of help or want to find out more My E-mail is travisburges@wedeliverwellness.com
Explain What happens to the heart and why this happens?
The heart is divided into two sides each side is divided again into two chambers the atrium upper chamber and ventricle lower chamber blood vessels veins carry blood to the heart from the rest of the body this blood carries carbon dioxide and cellular waste products the blood goes into the right atrium and then to the right ventricle where it is then pumped to the lungs to dispose of wastes and receive a fresh oxygen supply from the lungs the blood returns to the heart It returns to the left atrium and then to the left ventricle the blood is then pumped out of the heart by the left ventricle into the aorta the left ventricle is the chamber of the heart that is responsible for pumping blood to all parts of the body the aorta sends this blood to small arteries, which carry the oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body. information obtained from http://www.besthearthealth.com/about.HTML
What do you do if someone shows signals of heart attack?
- Call for ambulance or shout for help.
- Sit or lay him down and make sure he is comfortable.
- Loosen tight clothing around neck and/or waist.
- If he has medication, advise him to take it (for example GTN spray). Assist him if necessary.
- If he doens't have medication, give him 1 aspirin tabletwith water or ask him to slowly chew it.
- placing 2 or 3 fingers on his wrist (over the thumb) and apply gentle pressure until you feel a throbbing sensation...this is the pulse.
- While looking at clock or watch, count each beat that you feel for 1 minute (or for 30 seconds multiplied by 2).
- Take note of pulse rate for ambulance crew.
- Record pulse rate. Do this by:
- Record breathing rate. Do this by placing your hand on his chest and count each breath (inhale and exhale) for 1 minute and record for ambulance crew. It is advisable to attempt this at the same time as the pulse assessment. Do not tell him what you are checking as you may get incorrect reading.
- Continue to monitor until help arrives. Do NOTleave patient.
NB. BE PREPARED TO RESUSCITATE!
Can all blind people tell if a light is on?
Feel around for the switch; most toggle switches are up/on and down/off.
Why did Eddie Guerrero get heart failure?
It wasn't like he had a choice in the matter. And people who say it was steroids that caused the death, did it play a part yes, but he had been clean and sober for four years. My dad died of heart failure and he never took steroids in his life.
Nursing diagnosis for endocarditis?
Activity intoloreance related to impaired cardic functions manifested by apnoea, odema
Is left ventricular hypertrophy fatal?
Left Ventricular Hypertrophy is enlargement of the myocardium (heart muscle) that makes up the left ventricle of the heart. The left ventricle is the chamber of the heart which pumps blood to most of the body (everywhere except the lungs).
It is caused when a factor such as high blood pressure increases the work load of the heart muscle, and like any other muscle in our body, if it is worked hard then it will increase in size.
If left ventricular hypertrophy is caught in time, then the prognosis can be very good. However, if left untreated it can lead to complications which can be life threatening. This is why if you experience any chest pain or shortness of breath, you should seek medical help immediately.
The complications which can be caused by left ventricular hypertrophy are:
- The enlarged heart muscle loses its elasticity, meaning that it does not pump blood out of the heart effectively leading to increased pressure within the heart.
- The enlarged muscle compresses its supply of blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle.
- These can lead to arrhythmias of the heart, heart failure, heart attack, insufficient oxygen supply to the heart, and the worst case scenario is it can lead to cardiac arrest (sudden loss of heart function and breathing)
Do heart attacks skip a generation?
While gallbladder disease may have genetic components, it does not keep track of the last generation affected. It can "skip" a generation or affect the children of affected patients.
