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What causes congenital heart defects?
Most of the known causes of congenital heart defects are due to occasional genetic changes, but... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I reduce my children's risk of heart disease?
Although most children are not at immediate risk of heart attack, dietary and exercise habits... Full Answer12/31/1969
Does my potbelly increase my risk for heart disease?
Having a potbelly can mean higher risk for "going belly up." A large international study... Full Answer12/31/1969
While pregnant, how do I lower my baby's risk of a congenital heart defect?
In general, birth defects of the heart cannot be prevented. However, you can lower the risk of your... Full Answer12/31/1969
How often should I have a leaky mitral valve checked?
Most of the time, a leaky mitral valve does not require treatment. Since it is a slowly progressive... Full Answer12/31/1969
What questions should I ask my doctor about heart disease?
You should ask about what things you have done or are currently doing that would increase your risk... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is obesity a risk factor for heart disease?
Obesity is a major risk factor for heart disease. In addition, obesity increases the risk of higher... Full Answer12/31/1969
What food should I avoid if I have heart disease?
Foods that often contribute to developing heart disease are the same foods that should be avoided... Full Answer12/31/1969
How do doctors treat adults with congenital heart defects?
There are many types of congenital heart defects, so the treatment for them is very... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a congenital heart defect?
A congenital heart defect is something you are born with. It may be a severe heart abnormality... Full Answer12/31/1969
How does emotional stress contribute to coronary heart disease?
Emotional stress causes the release of adrenaline initially. Adrenaline has a direct stimulant... Full Answer12/31/1969
How are pediatric congenital heart defects treated?
Pediatric congenital heart defects are treated differently depending on which defect is present and... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is cardiac arrest?
Cardiac arrest is the sudden, unexpected loss of heart function. It can cause a sudden loss of... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is the difference between men's and women's risk of heart disease?
Cardiovascular disease, once considered a "man’s disease," is the number one killer of women... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is obesity always a risk factor for heart disease?
Obesity does raise the risk for heart disease. Heart disease is dependent on many risk factors in... Full Answer12/31/1969
