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When do you need a pacemaker?

When is a pacemaker recommended for patients? My father's doctors said that he may need one in the coming future, but they want to monitor him closely before the time comes.
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Can people with atrial fibrillation get laser spider vein removal?

I'm 45, and I have atrial fibrillation that I really have to be careful about. There's spider veins on my chest, and I need to get rid of them. Can people with atrial fibrillation...
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Is sinus arrhythmia serious?

I was asking my doctor about how my pulse changes during my breathing exercises, and he said it has to do with sinus arrhythmia. Is sinus arrhythmia serious?
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What are the worst foods for your heart?

I'm trying to have a more heart healthy diet because my blood pressure is really bad. What are the worst foods for my heart that I should avoid?
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What should I expect before and after coronary angiography?

I'm 37 years old, and female. I'm going to have a coronary angiography next week done for my heart. Is there anything that I should expect before and after the test?
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Will taking aspirin and coxib lower cardiovascular risk?

I have both rheumatoid arthritis and cardiac failure, and I'm 45 years old. Will being aspirin and coxib be good for my cardiovascular health?
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How much exercise should I get regularly to help lower my cholesterol?

My cholesterol is high. Before going on medication, my doctor asked me to take some healthy steps with my diet and exercise. Now I have more fruits and vegetables and less red...
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Will I need heart surgery?

I'm in A-fib, and I had an echo done and it showed that I have atrial septal aneurysm. Will I need surgery for this?
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Are heart murmurs normal in children?

My daughter's pediatrician heard a heart murmur in her last appointment, but her doctor said that it isn't serious because she never had heart issues and only a fever at the time....
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What do heart spasms feel like?

I'm 37 years old, male, with no previous heart issues, but my family has a history of heart disease (paternal side). Over the last year, I noticed that I have a spasming/convusling...
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Are coronary calcium scans necessary?

I'm 32 years old and overweight, probably from my really poor diet. My doctor wants me to have a coronary calcium scan soon. Why are these necessary?
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What side effects should I report after heart valve surgery?

Hello, I'm male and 42 years old. Recently, I had my heart valve surgery and I'm going to follow up with my cardiologist at the end of this week to discuss any side effects....
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How can you tell the difference between heartburn and a heart attack?

My grandfather doesn't take care of himself and it makes me really nervous. The other day, he was having bad chest pain that he said was heartburn, but to me, it could have been...
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Does fish oil help with cholesterol?

My doctor said that my triglycerides/cholesterol are high, and he thinks that I should start taking fish oil supplements. Will this really help?
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Is tachycardia the same thing as irregular heartbeat?

What does it mean when my heartbeat doesn't really follow a set rhythm? My heart seems to beat in a random pattern, sometimes slow and sometimes fast. Is this tachycardia? Is...
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Should I be concerned about coronary artery disease?

I was diagnosed with coronary artery disease and my doctor wants me to start taking medications to treat it. However, I'm not experiencing any chest pain, shortness of breath,...
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I have atrial fibrillation. Is this life threatening?

I'm 60 years old, and I've been suffering with atrial fibrillation for the past couple of months. Is this life threatening?
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Can statin drugs harm your liver?

My dad is taking statins for his high cholesterol, but he also used to drink heavily when he was younger. If his history of alcohol abuse damaged his liver, can taking statins...
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What can I do to prevent low blood pressure?

My doctor noticed that my blood pressure was low but I was also sick at the time so I know that affects my blood pressure. Are there ways to prevent low blood pressure?
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Does getting a pacemaker require major surgery?

My father is going to need a pacemaker placed in, but I'm worried about this being major surgery. Does this require open heart?
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