by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Coronary Artery Spasm (CAS) refers to a temporary, sudden narrowing (spasm) of one of the coronary arteries. This narrowing restricts blood flow to the heart muscle, potentially leading to symptoms like chest pain (angina) and increasing the risk of other cardiac...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Dilated cardiomyopathy, often shortened to DCM, represents a significant segment of heart disorders. This disease affects thousands globally, bringing to the fore the critical nature of understanding, diagnosing, and managing it effectively. This article delves deep...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Heart arrhythmia, often simply referred to as arrhythmia, describes a group of conditions where the heartbeat is irregular, too fast, or too slow. It represents an anomaly in the heart’s electrical system, which guides the heart’s rhythm. Overview...
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 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Cardiomyopathy is a comprehensive term denoting diseases of the heart muscle, affecting its size, structure, and capability to pump blood to the rest of the body. When the heart’s ability to efficiently distribute blood diminishes, it can lead to arrhythmias or...
