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The statistics for heart disease in women are staggering. Yet many don't know they are at risk, nor do they know the signs and symptoms of trouble. Tune in to learn what everyone should know about the leading cause of death in American women.
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Angina pectoris is the name for a chest pain or discomfort caused by a lack of blood supply to the heart muscle. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of this common condition.
Keywords: angina pectoris, angina, chest pain, heart, lack of blood, pressure, squeezing pain, shoulder pain, arm pain, neck pain, jaw pain, back pain, indigestion, Coronary artery disease, CAD, atherosclerosis, exercise, exertion
Do you suffer from chest pain while exercising? If so, you may want to see a doctor. Join experts as they talk about the various methods used to diagnose a type of heart problem, known as angina.
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If you've been diagnosed with angina, how often you need to be monitored will depend on the severity of the angina. Tune in to learn more about the evaluation process.
Keywords: angina pectoris, angina, evaluation, testing, chest pain, heart, lack of blood, pressure, squeezing pain, shoulder pain, arm pain, neck pain, jaw pain, back pain, indigestion, Coronary artery disease, CAD, atherosclerosis, exercise, exertion, exercise stress test,
Stenting is a common procedure used to keep clogged arteries open. To ensure long-term success additional treatments are necessary after surgery. Learn more about the options.
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Heartburn has millions of Americans running to the shelves of their supermarkets and drugstores to end their discomfort. Most of the time, over-the-counter medicines and lifestyle changes can provide relief. Listen in as doctors explain the symptoms of heartburn, when you can safely self-medicate, and what warning signs require medical evaluation.
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Many people complain of heartburn. But in most cases, it's remarkably easy to find relief. Listen to experts explain why getting rid of heartburn may be simpler than you think.
Keywords: Heartburn, GERD, acid reflux, antacids, H2 blockers, Proton Pump Inhibitors, PPI, PPIs, Axid, nizatidine, Pepcid, famotidine, Tagamet, cimetidine, Zantac, ranitidine, Aciphex, rabeprazolem, Nexium, esomeprazole, Prevacid, lansoprazole, Prilosec, omeprazole, Protonix, pantoprazole, burning, indigestion, Tums, Rolaids, chest pain, gas
Heart trouble may sound like a click away if you have mitral valve prolapse (MVP). But this common misfiring in the heart is seldom serious. Learn what can be done if your MVP is out.
Keywords: Heart, heart condition, Mitral valve prolapse, MVP, mitral valve, heart valve, heart murmur, click-murmur syndrome, echocardiogram, Marfan syndrome, bacterial endocarditis, bacterial infection, mitral regurgitation, fatigue, exhaustion, lightheadedness, palpitations, cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, valve repair, valve replacement
The differences between the sexes have been a popular topic for centuries. And so has the idea that the heart is the home of the soul. Modern medicine has discovered some significant dissimilarities between the hearts of men and women. Coincidence? Probably. But the medical facts are interesting -- and important -- nonetheless. Join our panel of experts as they discuss how men's and women's hearts differ, and the medical implications of these findings.
Keywords: Women's health, hearts, arteries, coronary artery disease, angiography, stress echo, ultrasound, heart disease, chest pain, heart surgery, heart attack, angioplasty, angiogram, blood vessels, smoking, Dr. Marianne Legato, Dr. Benjamin H. Lewis, Dr. Mehmet Oz
Although post-surgery hospital time is as little as one week for some lung reduction patients, the full benefits of surgery may not be seen for months. Our panel will discuss short- and long-term recovery issues, from pain control to rehab.
Keywords: Lung reduction surgery, lung volume reduction surgery, emphysema, COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, post-operative, intensive care unit, chest tubes, chest incision, thoracotomy, sternotomy, thoracoscopy, National Emphysema Treatment Trial, oxygen, mortality rate, complications, palliative procedure, vitamin A, retinoic acid, NIH, Forte Trial
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