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Is coffee bad for my heart?

I'm 37, and I drink coffee two times a day to keep me productive at work. Is drinking coffee this much bad for my heart health?
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How do you take care of yourself after a heart attack?

I'm 55 years old and I had a heart attack 2 months ago that was mild. I'm trying to find ways to take care of myself. What should I do?
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Can a stress test show a blockage in my heart?

My cardiologist wants me to have a stress test because of my chest pain, and I'm wondering about what it will actually show. Will this show any blockages in my heart?
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Is there a treatment for a calcified carotid artery?

My grandmother is 70 and doctors told her she has a calcified carotid artery. Is there a treatment for a calcified carotid artery?
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What is the main cause of heart palpitations?

I'm 38, and I noticed that I get heart palpitations very often. What is the main cause of heart palpitations? Should I see a doctor?
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Is there any cure for heart failure?

My grandfather was diagnosed with heart failure after having a heart attack, and his treatment focuses on managing it. . . not curing. Can heart failure be reversed or cured?...
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Can a heart murmur be caused by stress?

I'm 26 and male. I felt like I had heart murmurs last week, and I'm just wondering, could these murmurs be caused by stress?
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Will I feel better after heart valve replacement?

I'm supposed to get a heart valve replacement, and my doctors seem hopeful that it's going to be a successful surgery. Do patients usually feel better after a heart valve replacement?...
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What's causing my son's fast heartbeat?

My son is 12 years old, and he's been complaining about a fast heartbeat. When I felt his pulse, it was definitely faster than normal and he told me that it's been going on for...
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Is my aunt too young for a pacemaker?

My aunt is only in her late 60s, but she's been consistently dealing with A-Fib for about a year. Her doctors think that it's time for her to get a pacemaker, but I thought this...
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Could my chest pains be signs of a heart attack?

I had piercing chest that would last about 10 or more minutes, mainly in the morning. It's been going on for about two days. Could this be a sign of a heart attack?
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What's the difference between an echocardiogram and EKG?

My doctor scheduled me for an echocardiogram instead of an EKG. I always thought they were the same test, but my wife says that they're different. What's the difference?
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Do stents prevent heart attacks?

Can a heart stent prevent me from having heart attacks in the future?
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When is surgery necessary for mitral valve prolapse?

My doctor diagnosed me with a severe case of mitral valve prolapse a few months ago. I've been taking medications but I heard that there could be a chance of surgery. When is...
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What can be the cause of my chest pain during work-out?

I'm 23 years old and the left side of my chest hurts when I work out, and really only then. Is this serious? What could be causing this?
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How long do new heart valves last?

My son had a heart valve replacement at only 38 years old, which I know is really young. How long do heart valve replacements typically last in young people, and would he need...
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Do I eventually need stents if I have coronary heart disease?

I have coronary heat disease, and I'm just wondering, does this disease usually mean that I would need stents in the future? Can it prevent me from getting a heart attack?
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What is a Holter monitor used for?

My doctor wants me to wear a Holter monitor for 24 hours. What will this measure?
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Can you have heart palpitations without having a serious health issues?

I'm only 30 years old, and I haven't had any serious health issues at all. However, I get heart palpitations whenever I lay down. Is it possible to get this without an underlying...
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Is fish oil good for heart health?

I'm 38 years old and I want to take better came of my heart. I have heart disease in my family and I've realized that I haven't been taking care of myself in the best way. Should...
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