By Dr Jitesh Arora , Cardiology The tiny tube inserted into an obstructed passageway in the body to clear it is called a stent. A stent is used to cure weakened or narrow arteries in the body. Depending on its placement, the stent revives the flow of fluids or blood.…
High Cholesterol – Know Its Symptoms!
By Dr Kewal Krishan , Cardiology Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is naturally produced by the liver and is usually contained in the fats of the blood. Although cholesterol is essential for the synthesis of vitamin D, cell membranes and certain hormones, yet increased cholesterol count can heighten chances…
Lifestyle Changes for Heart Attack Prevention
By Ace Heart & Vascular Institute , Cardiology A heart attack is said to happen when the blood flow to a portion of the heart gets blocked. This occurs when the plaques that are formed in the arteries break open and produce blood clots which block the normal blood circulation.…
Debunking Myths About Heart Health – Know The Facts!
By Dr Jitesh Arora , Cardiology When it comes to the heart, we often accept myths. We might often get agitated by pain in the chest, mistaking it for a symptom of heart attack. In many cases, the usually accepted symptoms we try to recognize heart problems might be very…
Coronary Bypass Surgery – Know Its Risks And Benefits!!
By Ace Heart & Vascular Institute , Cardiology Coronary bypass surgery is the surgical procedure in which the blood flow of a blocked artery or even a partially blocked artery in your heart is diverted. Since a new pathway to the heart is made, the heart muscles’ blood flow generally…
High Blood Pressure – Treat It with Homeopathy!
By Dr Archana Agarwal , Homeopathy High blood pressure is a condition which is characterized by constricted blood vessels that make it harder for the heart to work, thus resulting in increased blood pressure levels. The blood must maintain a certain level of pressure within the circulatory system to get…
Heart Attack – Did You Know These Symptoms?
By Dr Kewal Krishan , Cardiology Subtle Signs of a Heart Attack: Unusual Fatigue: Like most people, you may also be busy with hectic schedules and deadlines. You may have responsibilities such as aging parents, running a household or taking care of your family’s monetary needs. Most of the time you…
Heartburn – Homeopathy Remedies For It!
By Dr Pradnya Mulay , Homeopathy The burning and unbearable pain in the heart or the chest is termed as heartburn or pyrosis or acidity. Many times, heartburn pain occurs just behind the chest bone or sternum. It is an effect of acid reflux of the contents of the stomach via…
Heart Disease: Myth vs. Fact
By Dr Sunil Beniwal , Cardiology When it comes to the heart, we often accept myths. We might often get agitated by pain in the chest, mistaking it for a symptom of heart attack. In many cases, the usually accepted symptoms we try to recognize heart problems might be very…
Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest: Know Its Emergency Treatment!!
By Ace Heart & Vascular Institute , Cardiology Heart attack, also known as myocardial infarction, is a severe condition where death of the heart muscle occurs because of the loss of blood supply. The blood loss usually happens because of the blockage of a coronary artery. Due to electrical instability,…