Inferior myocardial infarction (IMI) is a type of heart attack that occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is obstructed, particularly affecting the inferior wall of the heart. This …
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Palpitations are sensations of feeling your heart beating, which can be perceived as a fluttering, pounding, or racing heartbeat. While they can be alarming, they are often benign and can …
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Ventricular bigeminy is a type of cardiac arrhythmia where an abnormal heartbeat, called a premature ventricular contraction (PVC), follows every normal heartbeat. This creates a repeating pattern of one normal …
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As a cardiologist and cardiovascular specialist, I understand that a pounding heart can be unsettling. This sensation, often described as heart palpitations, is when you feel your heart beating hard, …
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Tachycardia is a cardiac condition characterized by an abnormally fast heart rate, typically defined as a resting heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute. It can range from a benign …
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Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a serious condition characterized by elevated blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries, which can lead to significant morbidity and mortality if left untreated. As a cardiovascular …
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Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a condition in which the muscle wall of the left ventricle (the heart’s primary pumping chamber) becomes thickened. This thickening can lead to various complications, …
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An Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a medical test that measures the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time. It is one of the most commonly performed …
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Stable angina is a common heart condition that causes chest pain or discomfort due to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It is often a sign of coronary artery …
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Unstable angina is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition characterized by sudden, unpredictable chest pain. It occurs when the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen due to reduced blood …
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