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Heart attack is among the most common and serious medical emergencies — you should immediately call 911 if you or anyone is having a heart attack. While signs of heart attack are now common knowledge, you might dismiss it as mere chest pain if you wear a pacemaker. Pacemakers may be a life-changing technology in […]

Do you have constant leg pain? A long day of running, injury, and many factors can cause pain in the legs. Many times, we neglect leg pain without knowing it could be a symptom of something serious. So, how to know if your aching leg is a minor discomfort or an indicator of something serious? […]

Our heart is quite literally the reason we are alive — if something goes wrong, it might take a toll on our overall health. So, when symptoms indicating an abnormality in the heart show up, your heart specialist might recommend an echocardiogram. But how long does an echocardiography even take? We will mention all that […]

When it comes to heart conditions, advancements in medicine and technology today have made it possible to maintain your cardiovascular health better than before. A heart arrhythmia occurs when your heart skips a beat or beats out of rhythm — which is not always serious but has the potential to become severe. A pacemaker and […]

A pacemaker is a life-saving medical device that helps regulate the heartbeat of people with heart conditions. However, while pacemakers have been used for decades with great success, they can also come with some complications. These complications can range from mild to severe, and it’s important for patients to be aware of them. In this […]

Left heart catheterization is a medical procedure used to diagnose and treat heart conditions. While it is generally considered a safe procedure, elderly patients may be at higher risk of complications due to age-related health issues.  In this article, we will explore the special considerations and risks associated with left heart catheterization in elderly patients. […]