Cardiomyopathy isn’t the same thing as a romantic notion that your heart is on fire. It is a potentially serious medical condition where the heart muscle is inflamed. As a result of the inflammation, it doesn’t pump as effectively as it should. Primary and Secondary Cardiomyopathy In primary cardiomyopathy, the condition can’t be attributed to [...]
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If you have been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, your doctor may recommend a number of treatment options. The treatment plan may include measures to deal with the following: Manage any underlying conditions that are either causing or contributing to the condition Controlling symptoms Stopping the condition from worsening Reducing the likelihood of complications including the risk [...]
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Loading up your shopping cart with fresh fruits and vegetables isn’t just a low-calorie option; it can also help to lower your risk of stroke. Researchers at the University of London examined the results of multiple studies involving 250,000 people. The results indicated that eating five servings of fruits and vegetables daily reduced the risk [...]
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All you World Cup soccer fans (and those who love them) take note: getting heavily involved following the action on the field can lead to heart attack. A study conducted during the last World Cup competition found that rates for heart attacks doubled during the competition. According to Dr. Gal Dubnov, chief of sports medicine [...]
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Taking readily available pain medications can increase the risk of heart disease in healthy people, according to Danish researchers. Ibuprofen is commonly used for headaches, reducing fever, muscle aches, menstrual cramps and other kinds of pain. The packaging warns against stomach upset for people who take it, but perhaps the manufacturer should be indicating that [...]
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Angina is a symptom of coronary artery disease. It can feel like indigestion, and some people affected by this disorder describe it as a heavy feeling or pressure in the chest. A burning or squeezing sensation in the upper part of the body can also be due to angina. Some people with angina experience the [...]
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If you have been diagnosed with angina, your doctor has several treatment options to suggest. You may be prescribed medication to deal with this disorder, but the doctor may also suggest that you make some lifestyle changes as well. Medication for Angina One of the medication options for people with angina is Aspirin. A small [...]
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You already know that exposure to air pollution is hazardous to your health, but did you know that it can be fatal? The results of an Australian study have found that breathing in dirty air can trigger sudden cardiac arrest in some people. Heavily polluted air contains dust, soot and other materials that are inhaled [...]
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Men who want to eat a heart healthy diet should focus their attention on the overall patterns of the food choices they make. When it comes to eating well, it’s too easy to get bogged down in the details of meal planning. Foods to Avoid If your goal is to lower your risk of heart [...]
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As a child, you were probably told that you should brush your teeth at least twice a day. Not only will doing to give you a nice smile, but it can lower your risk of developing heart disease. Researchers have already connected the dots between gum disease and inflammation in other parts of the body, [...]
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