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Myocardial Infarction (heart attack) or Esophageal Spasm? -
 - Marijo Phelps (2,761)     
Marijo Phelps  
It started out being a really good day we splurged at breakfast and had bacon, something we usually didn't do. I was on my way to get my hair a bit curlier with a perm.
Hi, Marijo, please have a seat, would you like some specialty coffee with creamer?
That sounds yummy, Linda, thanks
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Doin' the Chest Pain Shuffle!
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Ken McCreless (1,693) 
Ken McCreless 
Greetings Fellow Travelers ...
Yes, indeed.
Once again I am sitting in the ED, waiting. This is the second time in as many weeks that I have started my shift as usual, and ended up here- with chest pain and a ridiculously high blood pressure.
And, once again, I am dealing with a Nitro... ( added 5 days 7 hours ago.) |
EECP - Enhanced External Counterpulsation -
armughan (230) 
EECP is an enhanced external counterpulsation. It is cost effective, non invasive, non surgical, non pharmaceutical, out patient therapy for Angina, Heart attack and heart failure patients. It is FDA (USA) and NHS (UK) approved.
How is EECP Performed?
During EECP Patient lies on bed of... ( added 8 hours 39 minutes ago.) |
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Uncontrolled Hypertension Can Mess With Your Mind -
Vickey Boatright (827) 
New research shows that uncontrolled hypertension gives people a greater chance of sharp declines in cognitive functions such as awareness, perception, reasoning, memory, and speech. Uncontrolled hypertension can also lead to cardiovascular diseases and worsen vascular dementia.
Hypertension... ( added 2 days 1 hour ago.) |
The Autumn Treat For Your Heart -
- John Miller (530)
Pumpkin is a super-food for your heart. This squash is the natural medicine to reduce your heart disease risk. It is loaded with carotenoids that are known to reduce heart disease risk. Pumpkin is also loaded with antioxidants, vitamins E and C. Your heart loves potassium and again the pumpkin... ( added 12 days 13 hours ago.) |
Urine Test in High Blood Pressure -
armughan (230)
If you have a high blood pressure (Hypertension), your consultant will probably wish to carry out a simple test of your urine to check how well your kidneys and other organs are working. Urine test can give us a lot about how high blood pressure (Hypertension) is showing effects to our body, but... ( added 17 days 6 hours ago.) |
A Final Chapter Ends And Another Casualty Is Blamed On Vioxx -
Laura Trahan (38,784)  
Laura Trahan
My mom passed away in October 2003. Over the years in dealing with losing one of my best friends, I came to the realization that her death was solely a timing issue. It was her time to go, so to speak.
After her death, my dad has fought endlessly claiming her death was part of a wrongful... ( added 138 days 23 hours ago.) |
Heart Healing Looks Promising -
Joel Hirschhorn (2,835) 
Joel Hirschhorn
Have a heart. Have a newer heart, without a heart transplant. Hearts healing themselves: Not a crazy idea, but a new hope.
In the history of science there frequently is a scientist who has an idea that nearly all other scientists think is nonsense. It takes time and a lot of research usually... ( added 208 days 1 hour ago.) |
Mending Broken Hearts with Cardiac Rehab -
Joel Hirschhorn (2,835)
Joel Hirschhorn
The odds are great that you or someone you care about will have a heart attack and survive it. But until I had a heart attack I was totally unaware that after surviving one there is a critically important option that far too few survivors take advantage of. It is called cardiac rehab, a medically... ( added 1 year 247 days ago.) |
Atrial Fibrillation: No Way To Start The Day! -
- Bob Alexander (2,145) 
Bob Alexander
This past Wednesday morning I awoke at 2:36 am. I know this because the first thing I did was look at my digital clock and wonder why my left arm was tingling. I certainly hadn't stuck a paper clip into an electrical outlet during the night. My arm wasn't really hurting, just tingling like crazy.... ( added 1 year 285 days ago.) |
Fight Heart Disease With Water -
Joel Hirschhorn (2,835)
Joel Hirschhorn
One of the most remarkable medical research findings is how consumption of water reduces the risk of heart disease. That's water, plain water.
Professor Jacqueline Chan of studied the water consumption habits and health histories of 20,000 people. She found that drinking three or four glasses... ( added 74 days 17 hours ago.) |
Low-Carb Diets Can Be Damaging To Arteries? -
Laura Trahan (38,784)
Laura Trahan
It has been the craze over the last few years. Individuals giving up carbs and upping their protein intake. Researchers in the United States have now found these type of diets to clog arteries and increase heart attacks. The diets do cause people to slim, but could possibly kill you in the... ( added 74 days 23 hours ago.) |
National Start! Walking Day is April 8 -
Avis Ward (11,455)  
Avis Ward
Get up and move on Wednesday, April 8. This is the day that adults nationwide can make the pledge to start walking and to become active and heart healthy, especially in the workplace.
This day is sponsored by the American Heart Association who offers the following tips to help you actively... ( added 220 days 17 hours ago.) |
Food for Thought: Lowering High Cholesterol -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Did you know that one in five people has high cholesterol?* Even if you are active or thin, young or old, you could have it too. In fact, it may be part of your genetic makeup. So, although you eat right and exercise, you might need some help in controlling cholesterol. What is Cholesterol?
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Omega 3's - How Much To Lower Cholesterol? -
- Lisa Nelson (265)  
Lisa Nelson
Increasing the amount of omega-3 fats in our diet and decreasing the amount of omega-6 is beneficial in reducing your risk for heart disease. Most American's consume a high omega-6 diet, with omega 3 being a common deficiency. Omega 3 deficiencies and the imbalance between omega 3 and omega 6... ( added 1 year 96 days ago.) |
The 5 Warning Signs Of Stroke- Recognize Them for Yourself and Your Loved Ones -
- Kelly Juares (12)
Knowledge and recognition of the symptoms of a stroke is vital. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 75 - 80% of stroke victims miss the critical time period to get the best treatment. This is due in large part to ignorance on the part of others or themselves regarding the symptoms of... ( added 1 year 135 days ago.) |
Can Milk Really Cancel the Health Benefits of Tea?! -
Audrey Coriou (22) 
Audrey Coriou
The health benefits of tea are what many people look forward to. But what if something you added to your tea cancelled these health benefits and you were not aware of it? It's pretty much like kicking yourself. (And that's never any fun!)
How milk made it's way into your tea cup.
The... ( added 2 years 225 days ago.) |
Blood Clotting Tendencies (Hypercoagulable Conditions) -
Edic Stephanian, M.D. (300) 
Edic Stephanian, M.D.
HYPERCOAGULABLE CONDITIONS
There are numerous hypercoagulable (tendency to clot) conditions that need to be reviewed. These issues can be divided into acquired conditions, and hereditary conditions. Acquired conditions tend to be due to some type of underlying metabolic disorder such as... ( added 2 years 229 days ago.) |
Varicose Veins Discussion and FAQ's -
Edic Stephanian, M.D. (300)
Edic Stephanian, M.D.
What are varicose veins, spider veins, and reticular veins?
Varicose veins are ropy, swollen veins that are close to the surface of the skin. Reticular veins are the smaller, fine blue veins that are under the skin. Spider veins are smaller, red or blue veins that are in the skin layer.
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Congestive Heart Failure – Causes, Treatment and Lifestyle Changes -
Joyce Claflin Harrell (192)
About congestive heart failure
Although it sounds frightening to hear that you have congestive heart failure, the underlying conditions that often cause heart failure, such as coronary artery disease or high blood pressure usually develop over many years. Heart failure is defined as... ( added 3 years 341 days ago.) |
How to Survive a Heart Attack When You Are Alone -
- The Old Gray Mare (1,491) 
The Old Gray Mare
Listen up women everywhere and take heed! You should know what to do if you find yourself in the throes of what might be an impending heart attack.
It is important to note that I am not a medical professional. I have, however, educated myself on female heart attacks, symptoms and treatments.... ( added 30 days 13 hours ago.) |
High Triglyceride Levels: How To Keep Them Down The Natural Way -
- John Miller (530)
Lowering the Triglycerides levels in your body is one of the most important steps that you must take to stay away from the risk of heart attack and other heart disease. High levels of triglycerides in the blood can lead to atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries. Thus there is a need to cut... ( added 76 days 14 hours ago.) |
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The Undiscovered Danger of Statin Drugs -
- John Miller (530)
Statin drugs is a prescribed drug for patients with high cholesterol levels and heart disease risk. It is also known as a drug that can lower cholesterol level. Among the commonly used Statin drugs are Lipitor, Lescol, Pravacho, Mevacor, Crestor and Zocor.
The Benefits of Statins
In... ( added 76 days 14 hours ago.) |
Fat Soluble Vitamins Vs Water Soluble Vitamins: What you Body Really Needs -
- John Miller (530)
Aside from the vitamins we take as food supplement, our bodies also produce vitamins that are needed to perform several functions. In general, vitamins are grouped into water-soluble and fat soluble vitamins. Vitamins A, D, E , and K are fat soluble while Vitamins B and C are soluble only in... ( added 76 days 14 hours ago.) |
Antioxidants: What are they, Benefits, Sources and Types -
- John Miller (530)
Antioxidants: What are they? Oxygen is one of the essential elements needed by our body but as our body cells use it, free radicals are also produced. And this can cause damage in our body. Antioxidants on the other hand terminate free radicals although they themselves are oxidized to prevent... ( added 76 days 14 hours ago.) |
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