Piedmont Heart Institute

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How does family history affect my risk for heart disease?

Family history plays a role in my risk for heart disease depending on what genes I inherit.... Full Answer

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What does drinking in moderation mean?

That is no more than one drink a day for women and one to two drinks a day for men. There is a down... Full Answer

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What is high cholesterol?

High blood cholesterol is another major risk factor for heart disease that you can do something... Full Answer

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How can I relieve symptoms of anxiety?

Ease your anxiety by practicing relaxation techniques, getting enough sleep, concentrating on good... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of bladder cancer?

Common symptoms of bladder cancer include: Blood in the urine (making the urine slightly rusty to... Full Answer

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How does someone develop carotid artery stenosis?

Carotid artery stenosis is caused by the buildup of plaque or atherosclerosis. Risk factors for... Full Answer

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How is Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) treated?

Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) is generally a mild self-limited illness that resolves... Full Answer

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What is thyroid cancer?

Cancer that forms in the thyroid gland (an organ at the base of the throat that makes hormones... Full Answer

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What are the treatment options for Williams syndrome?

There is no cure for William's syndrome (WS), nor is there a standard course of treatment. Since... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of Marfan syndrome?

Marfan syndrome can affect many parts of the body. As a result, the signs and symptoms of the... Full Answer

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How is congenital heart disease diagnosed?

Congenital heart disease is diagnosed in a similar fashion to how adult heart disease is... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of endometriosis?

Because of excess bleeding and swelling in unusual places, endometriosis can cause some serious... Full Answer

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What is Raynaud's phenomenon?

Raynaud's is a rare disorder that affects the arteries. Arteries are blood vessels that carry... Full Answer

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How are aneurysms treated?

Aortic aneurysms are treated with medicines and surgery. A small aneurysm that's found early and... Full Answer

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Why is seeking immediate emergency help critical during a heart attack?

It is very important to get quick treatment for a heart attack because every minute counts.... Full Answer

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