Common Symptoms Of Heart Disease
How It Happens
The heart pumps blood enriched with oxygen and vital nutrients throughout the entire body by way of a network of arteries. The heart itself must also be supplied with oxygen-rich blood in order to perform its job.
Heart disease occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked due to fatty material building up in the arteries and eventually closing them off. This process is called atherosclerosis, or “hardening of the arteries.”
The fatty buildup can eventually close the arteries...
Read moreMore information on "Common Symptoms Of Heart Disease"
From Our Experts
Heart Disease and Osteoporosis Have Common Link!
February is National Heart Awareness Month, so we'd like to tell you about the connection between heart disease and bone loss. If you... Read more »
Atrial Fibrillation: America's Most Common Abnormal Heart Rhythm
The first thing I noticed about atrial fibrillation had nothing to do with my heart or chest. The first thing I noticed was that my lips... Read more »
Heart Disease: The Number One Killer in Women
In the United States one woman dies every minute from a cardiovascular event. Yet coronary heart disease is still considered by many as a... Read more »
COPD and Heart Issues: Common Heart Tests
Last month we talked about how your heart works in partnership with your lungs. Today we’re going to talk about common cardiac (heart)... Read more »
Heart Disease, Plaque and Gum Disease
For years there have been hints and hypotheses that heart disease and periodontal (gum) disease are associated or share common factors. ... Read more »
From Our Sources
Treating Common Heart Problem May Prevent Alzheimer's
Treating atrial fibrillation--a common type of irregular heartbeat--doctors may be able to prevent some cases of Alzheimer's disease. Recent studies... Read more »
What is a Heart Attack?
How It HappensA heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked due to fatty material building up in the arteries and eventually closing... Read more »
Gene links gum disease to heart disease
German researchers say they have found a genetic link between the gum disease peridontitis disease and heart disease. Scientists have known that... Read more »
Allergies Linked to Heart Disease
Results from a new large study have found that common allergic symptoms such as wheezing, sneezing, and watery eyes may be next to join the list of... Read more »
Treatment: cold symptoms
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Alternative Names Cold symptoms - treatment Information Question: How are cold symptoms best treated? Answer: Zinc... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
