When aspirin first began being used in the early 1900’s, it was advertised as being “Safe for your Heart”. Derived from several organic chemicals, aspirin, also known as acetylsalicylic acid was long valued for it’s ability to reduce fever and inflammation. But as with all medications, there were (and are) fears about side effects, including ...
Angina is a medical condition that is Latin for tightening or squeezing of the chest. Angina is chest pain or other discomfort that commonly occurs when there is a reduction of blood oxygen supplied to an area of the heart muscle. During most cases the lack of blood supply is commonly caused by narrowing of ...
Has your doctor ever placed the bell of the stethoscope on either side of your neck, asked you to hold your breath – and then listened? Chances are your doctor was listening for a carotid bruit. What is a carotid bruit and what does it mean if you have one? What is a Carotid Bruit? ...
Atherosclerosis is the build up of plaque (cholesterol, fat and other substances) in your arteries which leads to the hardening and narrowing of the arteries. If you have been diagnosed with Atherosclerosis, your doctor will help you develop a treatment plan. This article describes some of the treatment options for Atherosclerosis, including lifestyle changes, medication, ...
There is no particular order to what I will present, but I will try to present groups of related terms for a clearer picture. I will offer no opinions about the pros or cons of procedures or medications because that is between you and your doctor. As well, it would be illegal for me to ...
