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Heart Conditions Treated 

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in this country. But it’s also one of the most preventable. The choices you make every day - what to eat, how you respond to stress, whether or not to get up off the couch and exercise - affect how much you’re at risk. Click on a condition below to learn more.

Angina

Angina is a type of chest discomfort caused by poor blood flow through to the heart muscle.

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Arteriosclerosis

Arteriosclerosis occurs when fatty material collects along the walls of arteries, leading to blocked arteries.

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Heart Attack

Heart attacks are caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart, ususally as a result of plaque build up in the arteries.

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Hypertensive Heart Disease

Hypertensive heart disease (high blood pressure) occurs when a person's blood pressure is consistently higher than the normal range.

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Arrhythmias

Arrhythmias occur when there is a disruption in the normal pace of the heartbeat.

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Congenital Heart Disease

Congenital refers to a problem with the heart's structure and function due to abnormal heart development before birth.

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Heart Failure

Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump sufficient blood to the rest of body's organs.

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Pericardial Disorders

Pericarditis means the protective sac around the heart becomes inflamed. Pericarditis is usually a complication stemming from viral, fungal or bacterial infections.

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