Other heart diseases (89 contents)
Heart failure (45 contents)
When can a stabbing sensation in the heart be a cause for concern?
Everyone has experienced a stabbing sensation in the heart at some point. Although it is most often a harmless phenomenon, there are situations when it can be a sign of a more serious problem. In...
Heart failure and physical activity
In the case of heart failure, one of the recommendations that patients receive is to limit excessive exercise. On the other hand, however, it is definitely not the case that physical activity is...
The most common heart diseases and their treatments
Heart diseases represent some of the most common conditions in our society. Treatment of cardiac diseases is more effective the sooner the disease is detected.
Heart failure and fluid restriction
Congestive heart failure is a condition that can have a significant impact on a person's day-to-day life - in some patients, the deterioration in exercise tolerance can be so severe that activity...
What is an exercise test and when is it performed?
The exercise stress test is a diagnostic test used in cardiology to identify the cause of problems such as recurrent dyspnoea or dizziness. What is the test, what parameters are monitored, and is the...
Dizziness when getting up in the morning
If you wake up feeling weak, tired or dizzy , you may be suffering from sleep apnoea. Find out what are the other most common causes of morning dizziness and how to manage it?
Torsade de pointes - what is it?
Cardiac arrhythmia, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation - not one of us has probably come across these terms. Approximately 1% of the general population suffers from atrial fibrillation. What is torsade...
Heart failure in children - pathomechanism, diagnosis, treatment
Heart failure in children is one of the big diagnostic and therapeutic challenges for paediatric cardiologists, neonatologists and paediatricians. In adults, the diagnosis and clinical picture can...
Is regular running healthy for the heart?
A sedentary lifestyle is one of the main risk factors in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease (along with high blood pressure, abnormal lipid values, smoking, obesity).
Diet to improve heart function
Diet is a very important part of proper heart function. It should be well balanced and healthy. When this is not the case, it should be changed to prevent cardiovascular disease. You should limit...
Gym classes - what equipment should I choose to exercise that is good for my heart?
Exercising at the gym is very popular. You can use many pieces of equipment, exercise equipment. Which ones are best for our heart?
Stress test in children - indications, contraindications, how to perform
The exercise stress test is a non-invasive diagnostic method for assessing cardiac symptoms during controlled exercise and, on this basis, determining the degree of cardiac dysfunction or the...
Physical activity in heart failure
Patients with heart failure often do not undertake any physical activity, which they argue is due to lack of strength, fear of exertion. Most of them do not know how important sport is. Exercise is...
Alcohol and cardiovascular disease
Alcoholism is a common phenomenon in the adult population. The consumption of alcohol in large quantities can cause various cardiovascular diseases.
Diet in heart failure
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart muscle is not efficient enough to ensure proper oxidation and blood flow in the body. Diet is an integral link in reducing symptoms and progression in...
Chronic heart failure - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Chronic heart failure is a situation where there is a reduction in the heart's minute volume. As a result, less oxygen and nutrients are delivered to all tissues in our body, which can lead to blood...
Heart failure - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, cause of breathlessness
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to deliver sufficient blood and oxygen to the organs, resulting in reduced exercise capacity. The incidence increases with age and rises...
Heart palpitations - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A properly functioning circulatory system enables you to function efficiently and actively in everyday life. However, there are congenital defects, genetic predispositions, illnesses or injuries...
What is heart failure?
Heartfailure is not just a disease entity but a clinical syndrome often leading to permanent disability and death.
Lifestyle of people with chronic heart failure - what should it look like?
Treatment of the underlying heart disease, as early as possible, is a very important part of the patient's life. You should remain under the constant care of a specialist and strictly follow your...
Heart failure - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Heart failure is a common complication of hypertension and ischaemic heart disease. The heart becomes overloaded, hypertrophied and inefficient. This leads to reduced quality of life, reduced...
