Cardiovascular Disorders and Diseases Articles

Can you survive more than one heart attack? Can you survive more than two? The surprising answer to the question of survival after myocardial infarction is answered here.

Hyperkalemia, elevated potassium, needs to be taken seriously because it can lead to life-threatening conditions. However, if your doctor tells you your potassium readings are high, it may also be due to a false reading.

Silent heart attacks are equally as dangerous as regular ones, but a little trickier, especially if you have Type 2 Diabetes.

When taking blood pressure meds, it is advised to cease consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice, as there might be some negative effects to that.

This year, we chose to commemorate World Heart Day (September 29th) by raising awareness about how SARS-CoV-2 impacts the younger, healthier, and physically active part of our society, thereby reminding you that even the healthiest people may be affected.

Sickle cell disease is an inherited condition which affects people around the world, especially people of African heritage. While this disease is manageable, it brings much discomfort to the people suffering, and can be life-threatening.

Diuretics are some of the most commonly prescribed drugs to lower high blood pressure, and they're also well-known for inducing frequent urination. What do you need to know about diuretics if you just got home with a prescription?

Hemoglobin is a protein-based component of red blood cells whose primary role is to transfer the oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Palpitations can be harmless, or in some cases indicative of more serious underlying medical conditions. How do you know? Read on to find out the common causes as well as when you should go to the doctor for a closer look.

Not every chest pain indicates a heart attack. Although rare, aortic dissection is a serious condition which untreated, presents one of the deadliest cardiovascular diseases, therefore demanding precise diagnostics and early treatment.