Heart - Questions and Answers
Medical experts from Harvard University answer common questions about heart disease.
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QUESTION: Drug-coated Arterial Stents
If a drug-coated stent is put into an artery, and within two months the same symptoms occur that led to its placement, such as shortness of breath, has the stent likely collapsed or the artery re-blocked?
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QUESTION: Heart Women's Symptoms
I have heard a lot about women experiencing different symptoms of heart problems than men, and am wondering if the following symptoms should cause me concern. Lately, I have been experiencing general body shakes or tremors (mostly mild), weakness in the knees, lightheadedness and a sort of disoriented feeling. These symptoms are periodic. Could they indicate a heart-related disorder?
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QUESTION: Raynauds Disease and Heart Attack
I have Raynaud's disease and circulatory problems. Does this increase my chances of developing coronary artery disease or having a heart attack? I take 12.5 mg of Coreg for arrhythmia and tachycardia problems and have been on Premarin for 12 years.
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QUESTION: Ischemic Heart Disease
What is ischemic heart disease?
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QUESTION: Decongestants for Heart Patients
What decongestants are available for heart patients, i.e., people taking blood pressure medicines, cholesterol medicines, blood thinners, etc.?
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QUESTION: Heart Attack While Alone
I was told that if you have a heart attack and are all alone, you can increase your chance of survival by repeated deep breathing and coughing. Is this true?
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