Learn the Signs of Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure)
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 1, 2019
We get so used to hearing about the signs and dangers of hypertension (high blood pressure) that we may falsely believe that low blood pressure is then conversely healthy. Blood pressure is the most healthful when properly regulated and within a small range where there is enough pressure to fully pump blood throughout the body
Can Heart Disease Be Prevented?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 28, 2019
You may wonder what you can do to help prevent heart disease, especially if you have a family history. Though the mortality rate has lessened in recent years, heart disease is still the number one leading cause of death worldwide. This statistic is likely to remain for years to come. Heart disease most commonly affects
Heart Issues and Cold Medicine – What You Need to Know
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 23, 2019
With the onset of colder weather as the fall months are here and the winter season is approaching as much as we love the coziness of a fireplace or the soothing warmth of a pumpkin spice latte it also signals the start of cold and flu season. While there is still no cure for the
The Importance of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screenings
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 21, 2019
An abdominal aortic aneurysm is a potentially life-threatening condition that oftentimes remains completely undetected until it is too late. Though some patients will report abdominal, back, or flank pain leading up to an aneurysm rupturing, most will experience no symptoms at all, completely unaware that they even have an aortic aneurysm until the aneurysm itself
What All Women Should Know About Heart Health
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 11, 2019
For several years running heart disease has remained the number one cause of death for women in the United States. This doesn’t have to be the case if we can get enough women to sit up and pay attention to the risk factors and from there live a more healthful lifestyle – it just may keep
The Difference Between Varicose and Spider Veins
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 3, 2019
People often incorrectly use the terms “spider veins” and “varicose veins” interchangeably, and it’s important to understand that these are two very different conditions. While one is a simple cosmetic problem, that while causing embarrassment and discomfort poses no real medical threat, the other can not only be very painful but also present physical signs
Can Adrenal Fatigue Affect The Heart?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 23, 2019
Can Adrenal Fatigue Affect The Heart? When your heart starts to feel strange sometimes the cause isn’t the heart itself. It can be a scary feeling to have heart palpitations, mood swings, or feel shaky or weak. If your adrenal glands are overworked they may end up unable to create cortisol and you may overreact
Never Just Stop Taking Blood Pressure Medication
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 23, 2019
While it may seem tempting to quit taking your blood pressure medication, especially if it is causing you some sort of side effect that is unwanted it is not in your best interest to quit cold turkey. Stopping any beta-blocker based blood pressure medication can cause a response but suddenly stopping propranolol may lead to
Should You Go For a Regular Cardiovascular Check Up?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 20, 2019
While not everyone needs to see a cardiologist on a regular basis if you have a pre-existing cardiovascular condition, have suffered a stroke or a heart attack, you may find your physician suggesting strongly that you maintain a check-up at regular intervals to ensure heart health. Regularly checking in on your heart can ward off
Fascinating Facts about Veins You May Not Know!
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 16, 2019
Veins run throughout our entire body. Our circulatory system is an amazing mechanism. It feeds blood to every organ and cell. Veins are a critical part of the circulation. When veins become damaged it can be from either trauma or vein disease – venous insufficiency. When vein disease is present problems can begin. Damage to
