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What should I tell my doctor before taking clopidogrel?
Before taking clopidogrel, which helps prevent dangerous blood clots from forming in blood
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Does excess body fat increase the risk of CHD in women?
Not only is having excess fat a risk for coronary heart disease (CHD), but also where the fat
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What should I do if I'm having a heart attack?
If you or someone you know has signs of a heart attack:
- Do not wait longer than
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What are coronary arteries?
Heart muscle needs its own supply of blood and oxygen to keep pumping. Blood is carried to
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How can I help prevent plaque buildup if I have carotid artery stenosis?
There are steps you can take to help lessen further plaque buildup in your arteries if you
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What are guidelines for sex after a heart attack or heart surgery?
Guidelines for sex after a heart attack or heart surgery include:
- If you are
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What is a right heart catheterization?
During a right heart catheterization procedure, a long, thin tube called a "catheter" is put
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What should I know when taking warfarin?
If you are taking warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven) -- an anticoagulant ("blood thinner") that
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When should I call my doctor after an angiogram or angioplasty?
Call your doctor after an angiogram, angioplasty, or electrophysiology study if you have:
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What activities can I do after having a heart attack?
For the first couple of days at home after a heart attack, you may be as active as you were on the... Full Answer05/21/3867
What are symptoms of a patent foramen ovale?
People with patent foramen ovale (PFO) are at higher risk of stroke and heart failure. Let your... Full Answer05/21/2184
