436: Cardiology medical articles

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Cardiology

What are palpitations and when should you be concerned?

Palpitations are sensations in which you feel your heart beating too quickly, too strongly, or irregularly. It’s a common experience that many people describe as feeling like their heart is “fluttering,” “pounding,” or even “skipping a beat.” Though they can feel alarming, palpitations are often harmless. However, they can sometimes be a sign of an underlying health condition, which is why it’s important to understand their causes and know when to seek medical advice. We speak to a leading cardiologist, who explains more.

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By Dr Smriti Saraf
28.10.24
Cardiology

Understanding syncope: causes, symptoms, and when to seek help

In one of our latest medical articles, distinguished consultant cardiologist, Dr Smriti Saraf, provides a comprehensive overview of syncope.

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Cardiology

What we need to know about hypertension

In this article here, esteemed consultant cardiologist, Dr Deepak Goyal, tells us how high blood pressure can be effectively managed and what factors can lead to the development of it.

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Cardiology

Ways to detect heart disease

Heart disease is an umbrella term for a range of conditions that affect the heart. This includes irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias), coronary artery disease, angina, cardiomyopathies, and heart failure. Getting diagnosed with heart disease is not particularly straightforward, as heart disease may not be apparent to patients as soon as they contract it; symptoms may begin manifesting once the disease is quite far along. That is why detection is so important.

By Dr Deepak Goyal
25.10.24
Cardiology

What can cause chest pain?

Here, distinguished consultant cardiologist, Dr Deepak Goyal, explains what can cause chest pain, and tells us when medical attention should be sought for chest pain.

A neon light heart floating in a room with reflective walls

By Dr Konstantinos Savvatis
24.10.24
Cardiology

A heart-to-heart about cardiomyopathies

Cardiomyopathies are diseases of the heart muscle that can lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and other cardiovascular complications. They are broadly categorized into inherited and acquired forms, each with distinct etiologies, manifestations, and management strategies.

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Cardiology

The latest advances in heart failure treatment

Heart failure is a chronic condition that occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently, causing symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and fluid retention. Recent advances in the field of cardiology have seen notable breakthroughs in the treatment of heart failure, leading to improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life. This article explores the latest developments in heart failure treatment, the role of biomarkers, new surgical options, and the criteria used to determine the most effective therapy.

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Cardiology

Heart disease: Understanding the risks and symptoms

Here, Dr Arjun Ghosh, a highly respectable consultant cardiologist, talks to us in expert detail about heart disease.

Dr Gosia Wamil conducting non-invasive testing for test pain.

By Dr Gosia Wamil
22.10.24
Cardiology

Understanding non-invasive tests for cardiological chest pain

If you've ever experienced chest pain, you know how worrying it can be. Thankfully, there are several non-invasive tests that doctors use to get a clear picture of your heart and help determine what's causing the pain. Here’s a simple guide to three common tests your cardiologist might recommend.