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What is sinus arrhythmia?

My doctor told me that I have sinus arrhythmia, but didn't exactly explain to me what it is and how it was caused. Can you explain it to me?
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Can herpes cause heart disease?

I'm 42, and I was diagnosed with herpes and I want to know about the long-term effects it can have on my health. Can herpes cause heart disease?
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How long does open heart surgery take?

My friend is 60 years old, and he is scheduled to have an open heart surgery next week. My question is, how long does this procedure take?
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What tests will I have at my cardiology follow up?

I will have my cardiology follow-up next week, and this is after I had a bypass surgery. What tests will I have done at my cardiology follow up? And what would they look for?...
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My son's chest is feeling tight lately. What could be the cause?

My son is only a teenager, and his chest has been feeling pretty tight lately after he does physical activity. What could be causing this?
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Are heart murmurs life threatening?

I'm 40 years old, and I think I have a heart murmur. Are these life-threatening? Should I see a doctor?
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Can atrial fibrillation lead to heart failure?

I'm only 50, and I have issues with my heart rate right now. My doctor told me that it's atrial fibrillation, and wants me to manage it and monitor it. If atrial fibrillation...
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Is there any cure for congestive heart failure?

I'm 37, and was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Right now, I'm on ACE inhibitors and making life changes, like exercising and dieting. But is there a cure for congestive...
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How is arrhythmia diagnosed?

I'm only 27, but I think I have an arrhythmia. I feel like I have some heart palpitations, and shortness of breath. What tests should I do that can confirm it? How's it diagnosed?...
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What can high blood pressure cause for elderly patients?

My grandfather is 70 years old, and he has serious issues with high blood pressure. Right now he's on Lozol. If he isn't able to manage his blood pressure, how dangerous could...
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Does arrhythmia in childhood affect adulthood?

When I was a kid, my doctor diagnosed me with arrhythmia because my heartbeat was very fast. This happened when I was sick with a fever. My heart rate would be fast at times...
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What will a carotid doppler show?

I'm 45 years old, and my doctor wants me to go for a carotid doppler. He was able to schedule it next week. What does a carotid doppler usually show?
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Does bypass surgery treat coronary artery disease?

My grandfather is 70 years old, and he has severe heart issues. His doctor wants to do bypass surgery. Will this be an effective treatment for coronary artery disease?
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When is surgery necessary after a heart attack?

My dad is 50 years old, and he had a heart attack. He's still in the hospital, but I'm out of state and can't afford to see him. Does he need a surgery? When is surgery necessary...
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Can caffeinated drinks trigger heart palpitations?

I love soda and coffee and I recently started to have heart palpitations. Can caffeinated drinks trigger heart palpitations?
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Can you die from an irregular heartbeat?

I'm 50 years old and a woman. I've noticed that my heartbeat is irregular sometimes, but I don't think it's serious. My son thinks differently and told me that I can die from...
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When is high blood pressure an emergency?

I'm 45 years old, female. My blood pressure is high often. However, I'm usually able to tell when it's high and I do what I can to reduce it. When should I be concerned about...
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How can the common cold affect congestive heart failure?

I'm 40 years old with a pacemaker. I also take BP medications to regulate my blood pressure. But I had several colds this season, and I'm wondering, does the common cold affect...
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Can high blood pressure cause nosebleeds?

I'm 45 years old with high blood pressure. A nurse, a few years ago, diagnosed with me with it, but I also never managed it properly since then. But I noticed that I get nosebleeds...
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Why does stress affect heart rate?

I'm 37, male. My heart rate increases while at work, and it appears to be from stress. I work in a high-stress environment, but I've been doing it for years. We are in a bad...
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