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How is angina treated?
Classic exertional angina is treated with rest. It is important to stop the activity you are doing... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is it an anxiety attack or a heart attack?
Sometimes chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations and feeling weak and shaky can signify an... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is atherosclerosis?
Atherosclerosis is a technical term for plaque formation in the artery that can interfere with... Full Answer12/31/1969
What does stress do to our bodies?
Limited stress can motivate. It is our reactions to the stressful events and circumstances... Full Answer12/31/1969
Can anger hurt my heart?
Anger signifies a deeper emotion. It adds significant work to the heart and cardiovascular
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How can I reduce my risk of heart disease?
You can take charge of controlling your risk factors. Do your part to ensure that you and your... Full Answer12/31/1969
Can stress and anxiety increase my chances of a heart attack?
Heart attacks most commonly occur on days of change such as Saturdays and Mondays. Change is... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are Holter and event monitors?
Monitors are devices used to document disorders of heartbeats that produce symptoms. Some heartbeat... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is mitral valve prolapse (MVP) treated?
Symptoms are best treated with lifestyle adjustments: regular exercise, decreased caffeine, keeping... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is mitral valve prolapse (MVP)?
My image of mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is analogous to an umbrella with redundant cloth. It... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I change my lifestyle to prevent cardiovascular disease?
Use imagery and picture yourself as healthy and well. How does it feel to have made these lifestyle... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can coronary microvascular disease be prevented?
The disease is best affected by recognizing that you have the problem and deciding you can actively... Full Answer12/31/1969
Do interventional procedures cure coronary artery disease?
They provide a heroic service and save lives; but no, they don't cure the basic problems that... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the types of angina?
Angina may present during exertion, emotional upsets, at rest and in the night. It may occur... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are associated symptoms of angina?
Central chest pains that may radiate into the arms, back or jaw are primary symptoms of angina.... Full Answer12/31/1969
