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
What is Kawasaki Disease and How Does it Effect the Heart?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 12, 2020
KD or Kawasaki disease (mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome) is a little known disease yet it is the number one cause of acquired heart disease in children. KD only affects children and a very small number in their teens. It creates blood vessel inflammation, particularly in the coronary arteries. Boys are one and a half times
Has Your Doctor Suggested a Chemical Stress Test?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 9, 2020
If you have physical limitations such as joint issues, arthritis, unsteady mobility, a previous stroke or back pain, you may be unable to undergo a normal manual treadmill stress test in order to determine heart health and capacity to endure stress. While treadmill stress tests are the normal industry standard there is an alternative for
Heart Damage Can Be Caused By Heavy Metal Toxicity
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 6, 2020
When it comes to toxins, many people tend to overlook heavy metals. Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements, some of which we normally have in our bodies. The problem becomes the levels at which they are being found when the capacity of the body is reached and exceeded they become toxic. This leads to what
Treatment of Pelvic Congestion Syndrome Symptoms in Tampa, Florida
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 2, 2020
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome is a chronic medical condition that is not widely known. PCS is caused when veins are damaged inside the lower abdominal area. This type of damage causes veins to become varicose. Blockages create backflows of blood because the veins do not close properly anymore. The result is pressure build-up and bulging veins.
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
Holter Monitors – What Are They Used For?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: February 17, 2020
You may have heard of a Holter Monitor or even seen someone wearing one, but do you know what the purpose is and how they work? Sometimes a patient will need to wear a monitor round the clock to keep track of heart rhythms and electrical impulses so that their cardiologist can make an accurate
Diagnosed With Aeortic Valve Stenois? Get Treatment in Tampa, Florida
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: February 10, 2020
Aortic Valve Stenosis Defined Aortic valve stenosis is a heart valve disease. It is the most common valve disease in the United States. It involves the narrowing of the aortic heart valve, which connects the left ventricle to the aorta. Narrowing results in a reduction of the volume of blood pumped to the body. It
