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Heart disease

Heart diseases (heart attack, heart failure,) risk factors, treatment, prevention, and heart health.

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Heart disease

angina

Health care; Heart disease

Discomfort or pressure, usually in the chest, caused by a temporarily inadequate blood supply to the heart muscle. Discomfort may also be felt in the neck, jaw, or arms.

cyanosis

Health care; Heart disease

A blue tint to the skin, indicating the body is not receiving enough oxygen-rich blood.

obesity

Health care; Heart disease

Excess fat due to eating more calories than used. It is usually defined by having a body mass index (BMI-see above) of 25 or higher.

congestive heart failure (CHF)

Health care; Heart disease

A condition where the heart muscle weakens and can't pump blood efficiently throughout the body.

loop recorder

Health care; Heart disease

A small recorder (monitor) is attached to electrodes on your chest. It is worn continuously for a period of time. If symptoms are felt, an event button can be depressed, and the heart's rhythm is ...

silent ischemia

Health care; Heart disease

Inadequate supply of oxygen-rich blood to the heart that does not cause symptoms such as chest pain.

diuretic

Health care; Heart disease

A drug that enables the kidneys to rid the body of excess fluid. A diuretic may be referred to as a "water pill. "

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