Carotid arteries that become narrowed by atherosclerosis can lead to a transient ischemic attack or a stroke. This situation can be treated by either an artery-opening procedure, or by medical therapy.
Medications for erectile dysfunction may useful in treating the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
The results of the COURAGE trial were expected to change the attitude of doctors regarding angioplasty procedures, but it seems that this shift has not happened.
Resistant hypertension can be brought down to a safer level, but it requires extra effort and careful attention.
Most people now consume more sodium than potassium, but it should be the other way around. The ratio is important to heart health.
My doctor told me to check my heart rate when I feel certain symptoms, but I don’t know how to do it? Can you explain?
I read the column about dietary guidelines and caloric percentages, but I’m not a math guy. Any chance you could put it in English for me?
Stress hormones trigger increased appetite in general, and cravings for fatty, sugary foods in particular.
The FDA is warning people with heart disease that using Chantix to try to quit smoking increases their risk for cardiovascular problems.
I am overweight and need abdominal surgery. Does being overweight make the surgery more difficult and add to the complication rate?