Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 1, 2016
Pelvic congestion syndrome is a chronic medical condition that presents itself in women. It is caused by varicose veins inside of the lower abdomen. Varicose veins happen when the valves inside of the veins which help return blood to the heart against gravity become weakened and won’t close properly, this allows blood to flow backwards
Causes of electrolyte imbalance in the body
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 18, 2015
First let’s start with the most basic question – What is an electrolyte? Electrolytes are minerals in your blood (such as sodium, chloride, magnesium, potassium and calcium) and other body fluids that carry an electric charge. Ingested with food intake, they affect the amount of water in your body, the acidity of your blood (pH),
Chemical Stress Test (When a treadmill stress test is too much)
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 11, 2015
While treadmill stress tests are the industry standard because of the effect on blood pressure and heart rate, giving the clinicians a window into the persons exercise tolerance, not all patients are candidates. With a physical treadmill stress test there are no side effects to contend with. Physical limitations like back or joint issues, arthritis,
Tachycardia
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 4, 2015
Having heart palpitations when you are completely at rest is a scary feeling. No matter what you seem to do or how relaxed over all you may feel, it just keeps going. It can cause an uncomfortable tightness in your chest and if the heart rate stays elevated for some time, can become tired and
Kidney Disease – Diet Tips for Prevention & Management
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 11, 2015
If you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic or difficult condition such as kidney disease, then you have likely been told by your physician about the importance of maintaining a healthy and somewhat specific diet. And, even if you haven’t yet developed such a condition or one similar, it is understandable that you would want to
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 5, 2015
Deep Vein Thrombosis is the medical term for a blood clot. This condition can occur when one or more blood clots form within the deep veins of the circulatory system (most commonly in the legs). It can result in swelling, tenderness and pain in the legs but often times presents no noticeable symptoms. DVT is
Aortic Stenosis – Getting to the heart of the matter
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 28, 2015
Aortic Stenosis is a narrowing of the aortic heart valve opening. The aorta is the main artery in the body and vital in delivering oxygen rich blood to the entire system. The narrowing is usually caused by age related calcification but can also be attributed to birth defects, radiation therapy or a bout with rheumatic
Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 26, 2015
As we age arteries can become narrowed and hardened which can result in coronary artery disease. If you’ve had a heart attack or suffer from angina (chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to your heart) your Cardiologist may recommend medication therapy or, if that proves ineffective, that you have a coronary angioplasty (opening of
Treatment Options for an Atrial Septal Defect
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 22, 2015
An atrial septal defect is a heart defect in which the dividing wall between the upper chambers of the heart is defective, allowing blood to flow and mix freely between the two chambers. What makes this particularly dangerous is that the blood on the left side of the heart is oxygen-rich while the blood on
Recognizing the Signs of a Heart Attack
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 22, 2015
Heart attacks continue to be the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States today. And while the survival rate for heart attacks is high, it is higher amongst those who are with others when their heart attack strikes and who are able to recognize the signs and get medical
