Hardening of arteries is referred to as atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis occurs when arterial walls thicken, for example, due to laying down of fat, cholesterol and...
Cholesterol level refers to the amount of lipoproteins present in the bloodstream. There are two types of lipoproteins present in our bloodstream. There are...
Echocardiograms and electrocardiograms (EKG/ECG) are common, harmless, and non-invasive (not entering the body) diagnostic tests for identifying heart disease or structural problems with the...
Among vascular (vein and nerve-related) diseases, Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT is one of the most fatal, yet common conditions; mainly due to Pulmonary...
The previous article provided a brief introduction of some commonly diagnosed cardiovascular diseases (conditions related to the heart and circulatory system) to raise awareness,...
Cardiovascular Disease is an inclusive term used for all conditions that affect the circulatory system, including the heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries. Cardiovascular disease...
Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is a chronic and progressive condition that is defined by potentially fatal damage to the heart’s lining, muscles, and particularly,...