Heart Attack
A heart attack generally occurs when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the heart. A person suffering from a heart attack may feel intense chest pains. Other symptoms include pain or discomfort in the arms, neck, back, stomach, or jaw and sudden shortness of breath. Smoking and obesity are major contributing factors to heart-attacks. Treatments range from lifestyle changes, medication, and stents to bypass surgery.
The after effects of finding out that one has a coronary artery blockage can be extremely stressful for both the patient and their families. Coming to terms with…
Let’s face it, anything medically related to the heart is a scary experience for most, especially when one is not aware of the procedure in detail. After all,…
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