What happens if the sinoatrial node fails? Sinoatrial node (SA node) is the normal pacemaker of the heart which gives regular electrical pulses to the heart muscles to
How does fluctuation in potassium levels in the blood affect the heart? Both high potassium and low potassium levels in the blood are bad for the heart. Electrical
Why are patients on Warfarin (blood thinner) asked not to take green leafy vegetables? Leafy vegetables are rich in vitamin K. Warfarin group of blood thinners prevent the
Can surgery cure high blood pressure? Surgery cannot cure all cases of high blood pressure. But when the high blood pressure is caused by certain swellings (tumor) which
Can treatment for cancer affect the heart? Two important ways in which cancer treatment can affect the heart are due to medications given for cancer and radiation given
What is pulmonary hypertension? Pulmonary hypertension is increase in the blood pressure in blood vessels taking deoxygenated (containing less of oxygen) blood to the lungs for oxygenation (‘filling
What is the reason for sudden breathlessness at night in those with heart disease? മലയാളം പതിപ്പ് Sudden breathlessness at night in those with known heart disease is usually
What is pulmonary edema? Pulmonary edema is collection of fluid within the lungs. This is different from pleural effusion, which is collection of fluid between the inner and
What causes narrowing of heart valves? Narrowing of heart valves can occur at birth. Then it is called congenital narrowing of heart valves. Narrowing of heart valves is given the