April 14, 2017
Yes. Cardiac emergencies are life threatening. Heart attack can occur owing to a number of causes. Doesn’t really matter what’s causing the cardiac arrest but the resulting damage is devastating. The eponym “When the bolt strikes…” thus stands appropriate to describe cardiac emergencies! Definition of Acute Heart Attack Technically heart attack is termed as the … Continue reading Acute Heart Attack? Learn about Heart Attack Treatments in Kolkata
Read MoreApril 4, 2017
Face this; your heart’s arteries can become narrowed and blocked with the buildup of cholesterol and other substances (plaque). Plaque buildup can reduce the blood flow to your heart and thus cause chest discomfort. Medically speaking; sometimes a blood clot can suddenly form or even get worse. Blood clot can completely block the blood flow, … Continue reading Coronary Angioplasty and Stent Insertion in Kolkata – Overview and Beyond
Read MoreMarch 28, 2017
Of course heart disease is enough difficult when it strikes adults, but not to deny, it can be tragic in children and youth. There are a whole range of heart diseases that can affect children and youth. They include viral infection, congenital heart defects that affect the heart. Worry not; with the new improved medicine … Continue reading Types of Heart Disease found in Children and Adolescents
Read MoreMarch 24, 2017
The relationship that you develop with your doctor is definitely the most important one. But it should be far more than just listening to what you are told. It’s also about asking the right questions – and asking again till you don’t understand things well. Open communication with your cardiologist: Keep in mind; open communication … Continue reading Questions to Ask your Heart Specialist in Kolkata
Read MoreMarch 20, 2017
No not always heart problems ring the warning bells or come with a clear warning signs. There is not always any alarming chest pain and chest clutch followed by a thunderous fall to the floor as you may see in movies. Medically speaking; it’s not always easy to tell what’s going on If you are … Continue reading Possible Heart Attack Symptoms? Don’t Ignore These Symptoms
Read MoreMarch 14, 2017
Did you know; heart disease and stroke stands as the leading cause of death for women all over the country? Sad but true; still many are not aware of this threat. Statistical data reveals, most women have at least one risk factor for stroke and heart disease. Moreover women who are diabetic or are menopausal … Continue reading Women’s Unique Heart Risk Factors – Let’s Not Take Things Lightly
Read MoreMarch 7, 2017
Treatments for heart disease are somewhat same for both men and women. Possible treatments thus include medicines, lifestyle changes, surgical procedures, cardiac rehab and more The goals of heart disease treatment are simple – Relieve symptoms Reduce cardiac risk factors Slow, stop, or reverse the buildup of plaque Lower the risk of formation of blood … Continue reading Heart Disease Diagnosis, Treatment and Care
Read MoreFebruary 28, 2017
The question looms large – how much do you know about your heart’s health? Yes, it’s absolutely easy to be fooled by misconceptions. Possibly you think; heart disease only happens to the elderly or fried food loving people but do you know the truth? Heart disease can affect people of any age and can even … Continue reading Top Myths busted about Cardiovascular Disease
Read MoreFebruary 14, 2017
Treatment for coronary artery disease however focuses on lowering the overall risk for heart attack and stroke and managing your symptoms. Medicine, lifestyle changes and customized procedures are used as treatment for coronary artery disease. The heart arteries that start out elastic and smooth get plaque on the inner walls, which make them narrowed and … Continue reading Treatments for Coronary Artery Disease In Kolkata! Here’s Your Knowledge Base
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