Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib or AF, is a common type of arrhythmia, or heart rhythm problem, characterized by an irregular heartbeat that causes a rapid heart rate. This is due to abnormal electrical impulses in the atria (the upper chambers of the heart) that cause the heart to beat rapidly. When this happens, […]
One out of every ten people suffers from atrial fibrillation which is also known as AFib. The condition can be caused by different ailments and poses a great risk to your health. Given its complicated nature, most people don’t understand how dangerous it can be. In this blog post, we discuss the Afib causes, its […]
Heart problems are more common than we think. This applies to both young and old individuals. These issues don’t apply to a specific demographic. In fact, there’s data showing afib in young people is very widespread. The most common forms of alteration in heart rhythm is fast, irregular, or slow heartbeats. There are ways to […]
Atrial fibrillation (or AFib) is a heart condition that causes the heart’s upper chambers to pulse at a rapid and sometimes irregular pace, resulting in an irregular heart rhythm. Although some people with AFib experience no symptoms, it is a very serious condition. AFib can raise your risk of stroke and heart failure. For people […]
Did you know that as much as 10% of the population may have high blood pressure and not even know about it? This isn’t from a lack of testing, either. A condition doctors’ refer to as masked hypertension occurs when a patient has a normal blood pressure reading during an office visit, but exhibits high […]
If a doctor suspects that your heart is having issues, they may recommend that you get an electrocardiogram, which is usually referred to either an EKG or ECG. This test is meant to record the electrical signals being sent out when your heart is beating, and the test can detect multiple kinds of heart problems. […]
What do you need to do to keep your heart healthy? Do you know? No worries! Most people know the basics, but have no clue about the more unknown ways to keep their heart healthy. So here are some healthy heart tips that will help take all that guesswork and turn it into knowledge. First, […]
There are many medical conditions that impact your life. But that doesn’t mean you should forego the chance to travel. Exploring the world is a great way to spend time with loved ones and enrich your own life. The fact that you have a medical condition shouldn’t necessarily keep you from living life to the […]
An EKG or electrocardiogram is a type of heart test that tracks your heart’s electrical activity and shows it on a screen as a moving line or records it on moving paper. Doctors use EKGs to analyze the rhythm of the heart, detect abnormalities and check for cardiac issues that could cause severe health problems […]
Your heart is one of your most critical organs. It’s a muscle comprised of four chambers that works like a pump. Your body’s natural electrical system makes your heart contract and this pumps your blood throughout your body. Sometimes, there are problems with the way the heart pumps blood. The best way of evaluating the […]
