Cardiology
Guides on blood pressure, cholesterol, chest pain, palpitations and heart health, and on when to see a cardiologist.
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5 Foods To Beat Hypertension
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About Cardiology
Heart problems often build quietly over years: blood pressure creeping up, cholesterol no one checked. A cardiologist treats the heart and blood vessels, and much of their work is helping people prevent heart attacks and strokes.
When to See a Cardiologist
- Chest discomfort, tightness or breathlessness when you walk, climb stairs or exert yourself, and eases with rest
- Palpitations: a racing, pounding or irregular heartbeat
- High blood pressure or cholesterol that is hard to control
- Swelling in the feet and ankles, or breathlessness when lying flat
- Heart disease at a young age in your family, or diabetes, and you want to understand your risk
Online or In-Clinic?
Online consultations are useful for reviewing ECG, echo and blood reports, adjusting blood pressure and cholesterol medicines, and planning tests. New or worsening symptoms may need an examination and tests like an ECG, echo or treadmill test in person.
Get Medical Help Straight Away If You Notice
- Chest pain or pressure lasting more than a few minutes, especially spreading to the arm, jaw, neck or back, or coming with sweating, nausea or breathlessness
- Sudden weakness of the face, arm or leg, or slurred speech
- Fainting, or severe breathlessness
Contact your nearest healthcare provider straight away, or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. Do not wait to see if it passes, and do not drive yourself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a normal blood pressure?
Below 120/80 mm Hg is considered normal. Readings that are consistently 140/90 or higher usually mean high blood pressure. A single high reading is not a diagnosis; your doctor will look at several readings, ideally including some taken at home.
Can heart attack symptoms be different in women?
Yes. Women, older people and people with diabetes may have less typical symptoms, such as breathlessness, unusual tiredness, nausea, or pain in the back, jaw or upper stomach, without the classic chest pain. Take these seriously.
How often should I check my cholesterol?
Most adults should have a lipid profile every few years from their twenties, and more often if they have diabetes, high blood pressure, excess weight or a family history of heart disease. Your doctor can tell you what is right for you.
Are palpitations dangerous?
Most palpitations are harmless and linked to stress, caffeine, poor sleep or dehydration. See a doctor if they are frequent or long-lasting, or come with chest pain, breathlessness, dizziness or fainting.
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