Are you experiencing pins and needles in your chest? While occasional tingling or pins and needles sensations are usually nothing to worry about, if you experience these feelings in your chest area, it’s wise to get it checked out by a medical professional. Chest discomfort coupled with numbness, prickling, or a pins and needles feeling...
A stress echocardiogram is a non-invasive diagnostic test used to evaluate how well the heart muscles are working under physical stress. As the name suggests, it combines an exercise stress test and an echocardiogram. This test allows us to detect any abnormalities in the heart’s pumping ability or areas with inadequate blood supply, which could...
If you’re experiencing a disorder that affects the rhythm of your heart, you may be prescribed a pacemaker. A pacemaker is a small, battery-powered medical device that monitors the heart’s electrical activity and provides electrical impulses to regulate the heart rate and rhythm when needed. When the pacemaker detects that the heart rate is too...
Heart palpitations, which feel like a fluttering, pounding, or irregular heartbeat, are relatively common occurrences for young men. In most cases, these palpitations are harmless, with different causes that are found in one’s everyday routine. However, for some young men, palpitations can potentially be an early warning sign of an underlying heart condition such as...
Myocarditis and pericarditis are both inflammatory conditions affecting the heart, albeit in different ways. Myocarditis involves inflammation of the myocardium, the muscular tissue of the heart. This inflammation can weaken the heart muscle, affecting its ability to pump blood effectively. Pericarditis, on the other hand, is inflammation of the pericardium, the thin sac surrounding the...
Blood Sodium Levels: The Side Effects of Eating Too Much Salt Key Takeaways Eating too much salt can raise blood sodium levels, increase blood pressure, and place added strain on the heart and blood vessels. Common symptoms of high sodium levels include thirst, bloating, swelling, headaches, fatigue, and changes in blood pressure or heart rhythm....
Heart health is of paramount importance, as the heart serves as the life-sustaining engine of our bodies. Keeping our hearts in peak condition is essential for overall well-being and longevity. Fortunately, there are myriad ways to maintain a healthy heart, making it accessible to everyone. From adopting a balanced and nutritious diet to engaging in...
Cardiac arrhythmias, often referred to simply as arrhythmias, are conditions characterised by an abnormal heart rhythm. The heart might beat too fast, too slow, or irregularly, which can disrupt the efficient pumping of blood to the body’s tissues and organs. Arrhythmias occur when the electrical impulses that control your heartbeats are interrupted or become irregular....
If you’re experiencing chest pain, you could potentially require medical attention. As experts in this field, we cannot stress enough the importance of understanding and taking chest pain seriously. Neglecting or underestimating this condition can have severe consequences for your health. Chest pain can be a symptom of various underlying issues, including respiratory problems, heart...
How is blood pressure measured, and what constitutes hypotension? Key takeaways Low blood pressure (hypotension) occurs when blood pressure falls below levels needed for stable circulation, and symptoms, not just the numbers, determine whether it requires treatment. Common symptoms include dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, nausea, and worsening symptoms when standing or after...
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the force of blood against the walls of the arteries is consistently too high, putting strain on the cardiovascular system. This condition typically presents no symptoms in its early stages, yet it can have...
What is dyspnea (shortness of breath): symptoms, causes, and treatment Key takeaways Shortness of breath (dyspnoea) can develop gradually or suddenly, and may relate to the heart, lungs, circulation, or other medical conditions. Paying attention to when the symptoms occur helps guide assessment. Breathlessness feels different for everyone, ranging from chest tightness to difficulty taking...
Angina Angina is a condition characterised by chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. This reduction in blood flow is usually due to the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, which supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. Angina is typically a symptom of coronary artery disease, which...
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition where the force of the blood against the walls of the arteries is consistently too high. Blood pressure is measured in two ways; Systolic blood pressure, which represents the pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts and pumps blood out to the rest of...
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