If you have symptoms of heart disease, your doctor may recommend a heart test. Several different types of tests are available. The right test for you depends on many factors, including your age, health history, and the type of symptoms you have. Doctors usually start with a physical exam and a review of your medical history. They may also order one or more blood tests to check for markers of inflammation or other conditions that can contribute to heart disease. When you have symptoms that ... [Read More]
Heart Disease Management
Symptoms of a Heart Attack You Shouldn’t Ignore
Here’s something that a lot of people don’t know: A heart attack is not always intense. Many people who have experienced a heart attack describe only subtle signs and symptoms that are not what is typically associated with a heart attack. However mild your symptom is, a heart attack is a medical emergency. There is a blockage cutting blood supply to the heart muscle, causing damage to it. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), someone has a heart attack in the ... [Read More]
