Not all heart attacks have the classic signs that we associate with them (sudden onset chest pain that also affects the left arm). Here are some other, more subtle signs you need to know: Discomfort or squeezing in the chest Shortness of breath Pain in the stomach, arms (one or both), jaw, or neck Nausea [...]
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If you are taking Plavix, an anti-clotting medication, you need to know that drugs prescribed to treat heartburn, known as proton-pump inhibitors, may be dangerous to your health. These medications, which include Nexium and Prilosec, can actually increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. This presents a problem for patients, since their doctor may [...]
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We have heard that “breast is best” for babies, but the results of a study published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology indicate that this practice has health benefits for mothers as well. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh examined the health records of almost 140,000 post-menopausal women who participated in the Women’s Health Initiative. [...]
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Heartburn, which may refer to a burning sensation in the chest or the throat, is usually not serious. When it occurs regularly, it is called Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and you should see your doctor to get appropriate treatment. Chest pain is something that can be caused by a number of medical conditions, not all [...]
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Angina is a type of chest pain that occurs when part of the heart doesn’t get enough blood. It may feel like pressure in the front of the chest area, and the discomfort may spread down the left arm. In some cases, the right arm is affected. A doctor will suspect that you have angina [...]
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Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in North America, and yet most of us are more concerned about (and are better educated about) breast cancer. Part of the problem is that most of the symptoms that we think of as being signs of heart disease or a heart attack are based on [...]
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A new study has found that when patients who have had a heart attack are taking the medications recommended by their doctors, adding Omega-3 supplements as well doesn’t improve the prognosis. These results contradict earlier studies which concluded that Omega-3 supplements will help to prevent further heart problems. Omega-3 fatty acids, which can be consumed [...]
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Even though one-third of adult Americans take Aspirin in an effort to prevent heart attacks and stroke, the practice was still considered controversial. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has released some guidelines that should put the issue to rest. This type of therapy is effective in preventing heart attacks in men between the ages [...]
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CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a way to keep blood flowing to the brain and other organs in a person who is in cardiac arrest. Doing so promptly may help to prolong the patient’s life and prevent brain damage from lack of oxygen, but it may not be effective in restoring a pulse. For that, you [...]
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Getting active on a regular basis is an important part of keeping your heart healthy. People who have been diagnosed with heart disease should exercise, as long as they have the go-ahead from their doctor. Exercise as Part of Recovery In the past, people who have had a heart attack were told not to exercise. [...]
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