Heart Conditions
5 Heart Conditions Pregnancy May Affect
The heart is the hardest working muscle in your whole body, and so in pregnancy, because of the increased blood volume and extra strain, it is working extremely hard.
Heart disease occurs in a small percentage of all pregnancies, sometimes it is known before pregnancy, but sometimes it only becomes apparent during pregnancy. Obviously, because of the physical changes occurring in pregnancy you may experience problems if you have heart disease.
To make sure you are healthy, it’s important...
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Expert & Community Posts
Jaw Pain Could Be Sign of Serious Heart Condition
By Dr. Larry Weinrauch , Health Expert...Can pain in the jaw or teeth be an indication of a heart attack? How do I tell if a pain in my... Read more »
Exercise and Pregnancy: Is It Safe When I Have a Heart Condition?
By Melanie Thomassian , Health Expert...she never had to think about before. Having a heart condition on top of all this can lead to... Read more »
Pregnancy and Your Heart
By Melanie Thomassian , Health Expert...think about, and learn. And, worrying about your heart health on top of all that can be daunting... Read more »
Know Your Risk Factors: Get Screened for Heart Disease!
By Deanne Stein , Health Expert...preventing and treating heart disease, stroke and other heart conditions. Learn more about... Read more »
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