Aortic Aneurysms: From Recognition to Recovery
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 13, 2024
The heart houses a complex system of arteries filled with life-giving blood. The aorta is the largest artery. It carries blood from your heart to the rest of your body. It has to be able to withstand incredible force. Sometimes, however, without warning, it weakens. This causes it to balloon and what you end up
Ventricular Fibrillation Happens Without Warning
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 26, 2021
Ventricular Fibrillation happens without warning and stops the heart from working. Ventricular fibrillation is an increased rate chaotic heart rhythm that takes place in the lower chambers of the heart. In cases of VF, the heart loses the ability to effectively pump blood. This results in an almost immediate drop in blood pressure which results
Could it be May Thurner Syndrome?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 6, 2021
With sites like Web M.D. and other medical self-diagnostic tools now readily available online it can seem like you don’t really need a doctor anymore. While there is a wide array of very good solid information out there, the problem is that when you enter your symptoms it can bring up a huge nonspecific list
Recommendations from the American Heart Association
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 20, 2021
Lifestyle has a huge effect on your health and wellbeing. This is especially true for your heart and cardiovascular health. Change isn’t as drastic or as hard as you might think. Just a few small habitual adjustments and you could alter your health now as well as into the future. Tips for a healthier heart
Diet, Heart Health, and Catch Phrases
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: April 29, 2021
“You are what you eat.” & “Let Food Be Thy Medicine” – Two quotes that have stood the test of time. This long-standing duration in our language is due to the truth held in these two small phrases. While they may be considered catch phrases, the wisdom is valid. What you choose to feed
Heart Burn or Heart Attack – How to Tell the Difference and When to go to the ER
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 19, 2021
What is heart burn? – If you are lucky enough never to have had the pleasure to personally experience this health disturbance let us try and describe it for you. Heart burn usually begins with a burning sensation in the upper abdomen and can move up the chest. It may also leave a sour taste
Having an Echocardiogram? Learn What You Can Expect
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: February 15, 2021
Has your cardiologist scheduled an echocardiogram in your near future? If so, you may be wondering what to expect. An echocardiogram is a diagnostic test using sonar (sound waves) to produces live images of your heart beating and pumping blood. Echocardiograms are often recommended by doctors instances, but most often when issues with your heart
Optimism is Good for Your Heart Health
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 18, 2021
When you are in a good mood and your outlook on life is positive you just feel better overall. Studies reveal that optimistic, happy, glass half full people are more likely to have good heart health as well. The study https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2012-10025-001 looked at two groups of people who had similar risk for heart disease. The
Hyperkalemia – Chronic High Potassium Can Be a Serious Condition
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 12, 2021
Hyperkalemia – Chronic High Potassium Can Be a Serious Condition When your doctor draws yearly blood work and tells you casually your potassium may be too high, do not take it lightly. Hyperkalemia is one condition that can be easily overlooked with damaging and life-threatening consequences. Potassium levels can remain high, reoccur, or spike. These
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
