by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
CAD remains the leading cause of death globally. It represents a spectrum of diseases, including stable angina, unstable angina, myocardial infarction (heart attack), and sudden cardiac death. Definition Coronary artery disease (CAD), also known as coronary heart...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Chest pain is a common symptom that can be caused by a variety of conditions, some of which can be life-threatening. While often associated with heart-related problems, chest pain can also stem from the lungs, esophagus, muscles, or ribs. Understanding its origins and...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
A heart attack, medically known as a myocardial infarction (MI), occurs when blood flow to a section of the heart muscle becomes blocked. If the blood flow isn’t restored quickly, that section of the heart muscle begins to die from the lack of oxygen. This can...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a rare, often underdiagnosed condition in which a tear occurs within the walls of a coronary artery. This tear can cause blood to accumulate within the arterial wall, leading to a reduction in blood flow to the heart...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Ventricular fibrillation (VFib) is a serious heart rhythm disorder that occurs when the heart’s lower chambers, or ventricles, start to beat in a rapid, chaotic manner. Instead of pumping blood efficiently to the body, the ventricles quiver, preventing the heart...
