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What Are Some Common Conditions Treated by Cardiologists?
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating a range of heart-related conditions. Here’s a closer look at some of the common issues they handle:
• Congenital Heart Disease: These are heart abnormalities present from birth, affecting the heart’s structure and function.
• General Heart Disease: This broad term covers various issues affecting heart health, often leading to more serious conditions if untreated.
• Heart Attacks: These occur when blood flow to part of the heart is blocked, requiring immediate medical attention to prevent long-term damage.
• Cardiomyopathy: This condition involves changes in the heart muscle that can affect its ability to pump blood effectively.
• Congestive Heart Failure: Here, the heart struggles to pump blood efficiently, leading to symptoms like shortness of breath and fluid retention.
• Coronary Artery Disease: This involves the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, which can restrict blood flow to the heart.
• Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): An enlarged heart may not pump blood as well as it should, often a result of high blood pressure or other heart conditions.
• Heart Arrhythmias: These are irregular heartbeats that can vary from harmless to life-threatening.
• High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): Persistent elevated blood pressure levels can lead to heart disease and other complications if uncontrolled.
Cardiologists use their expertise to diagnose these conditions and work with patients to develop effective treatment plans, aiming to improve heart health and prevent complications.