Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Taquicardia: Causas, síntomas y tratamientos

Descubra toda la información necesaria sobre los cinco tipos más comunes de taquicardia o frecuencia cardíaca más rápida de lo normal, la forma de prevenirla y las opciones para tratarla.
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Losartan potassium: Uses and warnings

Losartan potassium is a drug that effectively treats high blood pressure and diabetic neuropathy. This article provides an overview of the benefits, effectiveness, side effects, and warnings associated with losartan potassium.
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Tuesday, December 18, 2018

All you need to know about metoprolol

Metoprolol is a beta-blocker that doctors often prescribe to treat cardiovascular issues, such as high blood pressure and angina. Different types of metoprolol have different uses. Learn more about how this drug works, when a doctor may prescribe it, and what the potential side effects can be here.
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Recalled 'weight history' can predict heart failure risk

While obesity can raise heart failure risk at any age, the risk is higher in those with a lifetime history of obesity compared with only recent obesity.
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Saturday, December 15, 2018

How can you tell when you have high blood pressure?

High blood pressure causes no symptoms until it becomes severe. In this article, we discuss the myths and truths of high blood pressure symptoms. We also look at how to tell when blood pressure is too high and how to interpret blood pressure readings.
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Friday, December 14, 2018

Mediterranean diet reduces cardiovascular risk by a quarter

The cardiovascular benefits of the Mediterranean diet are well-studied. A new paper asks exactly how this eating pattern might benefit heart health.
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Thursday, December 13, 2018

Chronic venous insufficiency: What to know

Venous insufficiency occurs when the veins are less able to transport blood back to the heart. Most cases of venous insufficiency are chronic. In this article, we look at the types, causes, and treatments for venous insufficiency.
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Wednesday, December 12, 2018

What to know about high blood pressure during pregnancy

A doctor should monitor high blood pressure (hypertension) during pregnancy to prevent complications for the mother, such as preeclampsia, and the baby. High blood pressure is usually treatable and preventable. Learn about the types, causes, and treatments of high blood pressure during pregnancy here.
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