Could Drinking Alcohol Affect Your Heart’s Rhythm?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 1, 2022
Social norms permit adults to drink socially. This can mean grabbing a drink with friends after work or simply having a cocktail in the evening at home after a long day. For most people, this isn’t enough to harm your health. For those with AFib, it can be a different story. What is Atrial Fibrillation
Diabetes and Heart Disease, an Inside Look
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 16, 2022
Although most people are aware of the severity of heart disease and diabetes as health conditions, they may not be aware of the connection between them. According to the American Heart Association, people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are four times more prone to experiencing cardiovascular disease than those without the condition. This is one
Am I Having a Stroke? – Learn the Signs
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: July 1, 2022
The complexity of the human body is amazing. All organs work together seamlessly in order to function properly. If just one of these organs fails, it can cause the body to accumulate toxic substances. If the air pathways are not maintained, the brain and lungs will not be able to function properly, leading to unconsciousness
Hyperventilation Syndrome – It Isn’t What You Might Think
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: May 1, 2022
This little-known syndrome can mimic a heart attack as well as panic attacks. It can range from feeling a bit off to questioning if you will be ok and if you may need to go to the Emergency Room. Many of us think of hyperventilating as it’s shown on TV shows which are usually someone
Restless Leg Syndrome and Underlying Vein Disease
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 12, 2022
Willis-Ekbom Disease otherwise known as restless leg syndrome affects as much as 10% of the US population. It is a neurological condition with similar but varied symptoms from person to person. Those with RLS experience annoying sensations in their legs that prevent them from sleeping. They may present as a tickling sensation, itching, crawling, or
How Serious is High Blood Pressure Anyway?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 10, 2022
If you have had your blood pressure taken and received some higher-than-normal readings, you may begin to wonder if you need to do something about it. Your doctor may recommend that you track your measurements at home for a while as well at your next visit. If your readings continue to be in the unacceptable
Myocarditis and COVID – Is there a Connection?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 3, 2022
Covid-19, the Coronavirus has hit the world hard. A good chunk of the population has experienced COVID firsthand with more falling ill daily. This includes both those who are and are not vaccinated. The symptoms seem to vary from person to person depending on age, other underlying health factors, and the state of their immune
Did You Know That ‘Cankles’ are Not Just Fat, But a Medical Condition?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 28, 2021
You may have noticed that some people have a lack of a slimming down at the ankle. It instead looks more like the leg goes directly into the foot merging as one. It has been assumed that it was a genetic formation of the body where fat was deposited at and around the entire ankle.
A Heart Murmur – What is it?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 26, 2021
While being told you have a heart murmur may seem scary the majority of heart murmurs are harmless. While it’s a common term its an often misunderstood one. Tampa Cardiovascular Associates wanted to jump in with a simple overview, so you are better informed. A Note: When talking about underlying heart issues it can be
The Stress of 2021 is Getting to Many – Broken Heart Syndrome is on the Rise
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 5, 2021
Stressed out? You need to read this… It was once believed to be an old wives’ tale, that someone could be so sad, so stressed, or so distraught that it could break their heart on a physical level. The truth isn’t so far from fable. Stress can impact your body in powerfully negative ways. When
