Things You Should Know About Heart Disease

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Things You Should Know About Heart Disease
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In the UK alone, over 7.6 million people live
with a heart or circulatory disease. As we get
older and suffer various symptoms, we may worry
about our hearts health and become concerned
about different issues that crop up.
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If you are in any way concerned about your health
and are suffering symptoms related to heart
disease, dont let a Google search or a blog
article alone answer your questions. Instead,
seek immediate medical advice or book an
appointment with a cardiologist to put your mind
at ease, diagnose any potential condition, and
develop a treatment plan for the future. This
article will discuss some common symptoms of
heart disease and how doctors can determine your
condition. Signs of an unhealthy heart Heart
conditions may express themselves with a range of
symptoms. If you experience one or more of these
symptoms, it might be time to see a cardiologist
for further tests.
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• Early signs of heart disease are often minor and
  arent immediately obvious. Because of this, many
  people dont notice until their condition has
  progressed. Unfortunately for some, the first
  symptom could be heart attack. Therefore, regular
  and early screenings are essential to prevent a
  worsening disease.
• Common symptoms of heart disease include
• Shortness of breath
• Sleep apnea, or constant fatigue
• Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
• Irregular heartbeat
• Chest discomfort
• Swollen feet
• The inability to exercise as much as you used to
• Pain in your left shoulder
• Heartburn or stomach pain (this is especially
  common in women with heart disease)

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What are the tests for heart disease? Cardiologis
ts can run several tests for heart disease to
determine if you are suffering from a heart
condition. Here are the most common procedures
that can provide answers Electrocardiogram (ECG)
 An ECG measures your hearts rhythm and
electrical activity. It can reveal an irregular
heartbeat or heart palpitations. Blood
tests Blood tests help assess your general state
of health. They can be used to screen for high
cholesterol and other hormones in your blood that
are commonly related to heart disease. Coronary
angiography This process involves taking X-rays
of the hearts arteries, occasionally after
injecting a
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contrast liquid. The resulting high-resolution
image provides a lot of detail. For example, it
can show if arteries are blocked or narrowed,
hindering blood flow etc. Echocardiogram An
echocardiogram is a scan that looks at the heart
and nearby blood vessels. This image is obtained
via an ultrasound scan.  Screening for heart
disease is a good idea even before developing any
symptoms. Make an appointment with one of our
cardiologists at Venturi Cardiology today to
undergo a few simple tests and check your heart
health. We can advise you about the risk of
potential conditions and how to move forward
after a diagnosis.
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