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Mild Heart Attacks 101: An In-Depth Overview

By Eduardo Bondia-Marion on November 27, 2023

What is a mild heart attack? Difference between mild and normal heart attack A mild heart occurs when the blood flow in your heart is temporarily blocked, while a normal or complete heart attack happens when the blood flow is interrupted permanently, being a medical emergency and requiring immediate intervention to prevent death. Symptoms of […]

What Is Atrial Fibrillation?

By Jeandy Mibanzo-Ilamu on October 26, 2023

An irregular heartbeat can be a very confusing idea to understand; however, it is key to describing one of the most common heart rhythm abnormalities called atrial fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation is a condition where your heartbeat doesn’t follow a set rhythm, beating in a manner that seems to be random. This is a result of […]

Mini Heart Attack

By Srishti Dixit on September 19, 2023

Mini heart attack is a type of coronary heart disease (CHD) that is also known as non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). To understand heart disease, it’s important to understand the heart. The heart is the most important organ of the body that pumps blood and provides it to all the body’s vital organs. The heart […]

Heart Attack Vs Heart Failure

By Misha Siddiqui on September 13, 2023

Overview Heart attack also known as myocardial infarction occurs when the flow of blood that brings oxygen to a part of your heart muscle suddenly becomes blocked. This blockage can occur in one or more of your heart’s arteries. Heart failure also known as congestive heart failure does not mean the heart has stopped working […]

What Is Tachycardia

By Aisha Mohamed on August 10, 2023

Overview Tachycardia is a condition characterized by a heart rate that exceeds the normal resting rate, typically defined as a heart rate of over 100 beats per minute (BPM) in adults.1 Tachycardia can be caused by a range of factors, including medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle habits. It is important to identify the underlying cause […]

Burping: Indigestion or Heart Attack?

By Patricia Barnuevo on July 13, 2023

What is burping? Burping, or belching, is the body’s mechanism to remove excess gas from the upper digestive tract.1 What is indigestion? Dyspepsia, or indigestion, is a feeling of inadequate digestion which can be experienced in a myriad of ways including: belching, acid reflux, heartburn, bloating or inability to finish a normal meal.1 Can burping […]

Heart Attack And Stress

By Dunu Rejoice on May 31, 2023

Understanding heart attack and stress Feeling stressed all the time could raise your risk of heart attack and stroke, according to a new study. The research, which is published in The Lancet, and has received widespread media coverage, claims to show for the first time how stress could be linked to heart and circulatory disease […]

What Is Cardiomyopathy?

By Suad Mussa on May 19, 2023

Overview Cardiomyopathy is a term used to describe diseases of the heart muscle that affect the heart’s ability to pump blood to the rest of the body. The three main types of cardiomyopathy are hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, dilated cardiomyopathy and arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy.1 This article will tell you everything you need to know about cardiomyopathy […]

Male Pre Heart Attack Symptoms

By Ariel Yochanan on April 18, 2023

What symptoms do men present before having a heart attack? Perhaps you’ve heard that the symptoms of a heart attack can vary between men and women and may be uncertain about whether to take particular symptoms seriously. However, the modern world is awash with confusing information. As an example, the American Heart Association state on […]

Heart Attack From High Blood Pressure

By Sandli Singh on April 11, 2023

Every body receives blood through its vascular system that consists of arteries and veins. In order for the blood to reach all the organs of the body it requires some pressure and this pressure is known as blood pressure. When the blood pressure exceeds certain limits and there’s high blood pressure, it leads to a […]

Can A Teenager Have A Heart Attack?

By Miles Peter Bremridge on March 28, 2023

Heart attacks in teenagers are rare but it is a real danger, especially for those that participate in sports. They can arise from a pediatric heart condition or heart disease. We will overview these conditions in this article covering their causes, symptoms, and risk factors. What is a pediatric heart condition? A child’s body and […]

Heart Attack Chest Pain Location

By Dr. Hassan Bashir on March 28, 2023

Overview According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of death in the world. About 18 million people die from CVD all over the world, and two-thirds of these diseases occur due to heart attacks and strokes, with one-third of deaths occurring in people younger than 70 years of age. About […]

Right Arm Numbness and Heart Attack

By Hana Hailu on March 27, 2023

Causes of numbness in the right arm Restricted blood flow When blockages form in the coronary arteries, the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen because the blood flow is cut off. Chest pain symptoms may be brought on by inadequate blood supply to the heart muscle (angina). This could lead to a heart attack if […]

Is Fasting Healthy

By Toluwanimi Ojeniyi on March 22, 2023

What is fasting? Fasting involves going without food or drink for a decided window of time. Individuals engage in this practice for several reasons. These include religious, medical, ritualistic, or ethical. Fasting may be partial or complete, short or long, and most times it depends on the individual’s capacity or the reason why the person […]

Heart Attack: Back Pain Location

By Siya Mistry on March 22, 2023

Overview (Brief about heart attacks) A heart attack usually occurs when the supply of blood flow is blocked by a blood clot to the heart. Without enough blood and oxygen, the heart can be seriously damaged. This can cause chest pain and many other symptoms which can lead to a cardiac arrest. Please seek medical […]

Is Upper Left Back Pain a Sign of a Heart Attack?

By Kadi Ajilogba on March 20, 2023

Causes of upper left back pain What is the upper back? The Upper back consists of the region below the neck (cervical spine) and above the low back (lumbar spine). As the spine is surrounded by the ribs (rib cage), the range of motion in the upper back is typically limited. Your spine is like […]

Post Heart Attack Symptoms

By Paula Messa on March 20, 2023

Understanding heart attack A heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction, is one of the most serious yet common health problems that occur within the population. By definition, a heart attack occurs when there is an obstruction to the flow of blood to the heart. Therefore the heart muscle does not receive sufficient oxygenated […]

Do Heart Attack Pains Come And Go

By Bazegha Qamar on March 15, 2023

A heart attack occurs when there is a lack of blood supply to the heart muscles. This can cause a wide array of symptoms, including chest pain. This pain is usually felt in the centre of the chest, to the left hand side and is described as a crushing pain. It will remain there until […]

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