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Iron-Deficiency Anemia - Risk Factors

anemia  iron  iron-deficiency anemia  blood loss 

Risk factors for iron-deficiency anemia include being of certain age groups, some unhealthy environmental factors, family history and genetics, being female, and certain lifestyle habits such as vegetarianism.

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Congenital Heart Defects - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

atrial septal defect  Holes in the Heart  Ventricular Septal Defect  Tetralogy of Fallot  Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)  Congenital Heart Disease 

Signs, symptoms, and complications will vary based on the type of congenital heart defect that you or your child have, and may be different for newborns and adults.

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What Causes Sudden Cardiac Arrest?

Ventricular fibrillation, a type of arrhythmia, causes most sudden cardiac arrests. Other problems with the heart's electrical system, including diseases or conditions that can cause the electrical problems—such as coronary heart disease, physical stress, certain inherited disorders, and structural changes in the heart—also can lead to sudden cardiac arrest.

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¿Qué es la enfermedad coronaria?

enfermedad de las arterias coronarias  enfermedad isquemica del corazon 

La enfermedad coronaria es una enfermedad en la cual una sustancia cerosa llamada placa se acumula dentro de las arterias coronarias a través de muchos años. Estas arterias suministran sangre rica en oxígeno al músculo cardíaco.

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COPD - Signs and Symptoms

At first, COPD may cause no symptoms or only mild symptoms. As the disease worsens, common signs and symptoms include an ongoing cough (with or without mucus), shortness of breath, wheezing or whistling when breathing, and chest tightness.

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LAM - Causes

Researchers do not know the exact cause of LAM or why it mainly affects women, but they believe genes and the female hormone estrogen play a role.

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Coronary Heart Disease – Risk Factors

coronary artery disease  coronary heart disease  coronary microvascular disease 

There are many risk factors for coronary heart disease. Your risk of coronary heart disease goes up with the number of risk factors you have and how serious they are. Some risk factors—such as high blood pressure and high blood cholesterol—can be changed through heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Other risk factors, such as your sex, older age, family history and genetics, and race and ethnicity, cannot be changed.

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Heart Inflammation - Diagnosis

Heart Inflammation  Endocarditis  Pericarditis  Myocarditis 

Your doctor will diagnose heart inflammation based on your medical history, a physical exam, and various tests and procedures, such as echocardiography.

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Coronary Heart Disease - Living With

coronary artery disease  coronary heart disease  coronary microvascular disease 

If you have been diagnosed with coronary heart disease, it is important that you continue treatment plan. Get regular follow-up care to control your condition and prevent complications.

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Arrhythmia - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

arrhythmias  dysrhythmia 

An arrhythmia may not cause any obvious signs or symptoms. You may notice something that occurs only occasionally, or your symptoms may become more frequent over time. If left untreated, arrhythmia can lead to life-threatening complications such as stroke, heart failure, or sudden cardiac arrest.

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Aortic Aneurysm - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

AAA  TAA  abdominal aortic aneurysm  thoracic aortic aneurysm 

An aortic aneurysm may not cause any signs or symptoms until the aneurysm ruptures or dissects. The types of symptoms that occur before a rupture will depend on the location of the aneurysm and whether it has become large enough to affect other parts of your body. An aneurysm that ruptures or dissects is life-threatening.

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Aortic Aneurysm - Risk Factors

AAA  TAA  abdominal aortic aneurysm  thoracic aortic aneurysm 

You may have an increased risk of developing an aortic aneurysm because of your age, family history, genes, lifestyle habits, medical conditions, or sex.

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Iron-Deficiency Anemia - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

anemia  iron  iron-deficiency anemia  blood loss 

Iron-deficiency anemia can range from mild to severe. People with mild or moderate iron-deficiency anemia may not have any signs or symptoms. Common signs and symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia include pale skin, fatigue and shortness of breath. Complications of iron-deficiency anemia include heart problems such as arrhythmias and depression.

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Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting - Life After

CABG  heart bypass surgery 

CABG is a treatment but not a cure for ischemic heart disease. It is important to work with your doctor after CABG to help you stay healthy. This may include taking medicines prescribed by your doctor, making healthy lifestyle changes, getting regular medical checkups, and participating in cardiac rehabilitation.

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Cystic Fibrosis - Screening and Prevention

CF 

Genetic testing may be performed to look for carriers, as well as to screen relatives of people who have cystic fibrosis.

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