The Link Between Chronic Depression and Heart Disease
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 4, 2020
If you’ve ever experienced depression you understand that it can sometimes feel like you have a broken or heavy heart. The question becomes that while depression can certainly feel like a heart based issue, can it cause actual damage to your heart muscle? Research has shown both that heart disease can cause depression and that
Warning: Viral Infections May Cause Heart Damage
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: July 1, 2020
While a viral infection in and of itself is not likely deadly there are a few things that happen in conjunction with a virus that can tip the scales out of your favor. Co-infection with another germ is often likely. Respiratory failure can occur when the lugs become weakened by a disease and in
Steps to Take to Avoid Infective Endocarditis
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: May 11, 2020
Infective Endocarditis is an infection of the endocardium, usually with bacteria or less commonly a fungus. It can cause symptoms like fever, anemia, heart murmurs, petechiae, and embolic phenomena. While an endocarditis infection may seem like a dental issue it can easily lead to heart problems. Dental care is vital in the care and maintaining
Are You Experiencing Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs)?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: May 7, 2020
You may experience PVCs and not know what it is you are feeling. Many describe it as a pause in your heartbeat, almost the same type of feeling you get when you drop over that first hill in a roller coaster. The difference is you are not being exposed to a drop in gravity and
Fainting Spells – Disarming and Dangerous
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 30, 2020
Fainting has been portrayed lightly in movies over the years and you may think of the Victorian era and of women in corsets that cut off the ability to breathe properly. The truth is that fainting spells still happen to people today in 2020 and it can be indicative of an underlying health issue. In
Peripheral Vascular Disease – Are You At Risk?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: February 28, 2020
Peripheral Vascular Disease is often referred to as PVD. It is a fairly common occurring state defined as any disease occurring in the blood vessels not located in the brain or heart. PVD affects approximately 5% of the population. Evaluation and treatment work best at its early stages. Recognizing the Symptoms Coldness, cramping, numbness, weakness
Electrolyte Imbalance – Do You Know How to Spot the Signs?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: February 24, 2020
Electrolytes are essential minerals found in the body that help with muscle, nerve, and brain function. These minerals, which include: Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphate, and Sodium Chloride, have to be kept in balance. Too much or too few of any one mineral can have a detrimental effect on the body. While some electrolytes balance naturally
May Thurner Syndrome Symptoms and Treatment
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: February 18, 2020
You may very well know May Thurner Syndrome by another name – It is often referred to as iliocaval compression syndrome, Iliac vein compression syndrome, or Cockett syndrome. This syndrome is an anatomical variant where the right iliac artery compresses the left iliac vein against the fifth lumbar vertebra. It causes left side vein compression
How You Can Help Stave Off Heart Disease, America’s #1 Killer
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 28, 2020
Heart Disease for a very long time now has bee the number one cause of death in the United States. The term encompasses an array of conditions relating to the heart and blood vessels. This includes the possibility of a stroke. Though this disease most commonly affects older adults, warning signs can present from early
Understanding Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 13, 2020
Familial Hypercholesterolemia, sometimes abbreviated to just “FH” is a disorder that is inherited generationally. FH leads to premature fast-developing cardiovascular disease. Genetic mutations in these patients cause the liver to be incapable of metabolizing excess LDL (Low-density lipoproteins) (sometimes referred to as ‘bad cholesterol’). This can lead to stroke, heart attack, and heart valve narrowing.
