Have you ever wondered how you could reduce your cholesterol levels? A high cholesterol level is a know risk factor in the development of heart disease. This is a well known fact. Most patients who come to clinic or hospital wish to know 2 things – I have followed a good diet and exercise regularly, …
A common test that is performed when managing diabetes is the “HbA1c” test. HbA1c is also called “glycated hemoglobin” or “glycosylated hemoglobin.” It’s a type of test that looks at how well blood sugar is controlled over time. Here, we take a brief look at what this test means. What is HbA1c? HbA1c is a …
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Smoking is a well known risk factor in the development of heart disease, stroke and kidney disease. Over 11 crore people in India smoke, and this is responsible for the rising incidence of these illnesses. This video briefly touches upon the ill effects of smoking and what you can do to stop it. If you …
Hypertension affects millions of people across India. As a strong risk factor in the development of heart disease, it is important to know what hypertension is and what you can do to control it. The information video above covers the basics and essentials of high blood pressure. For more information on high blood pressure, click …
You may have heard of the term ‘hole in the heart’. Many are unaware of what it means, and whether it is a serious condition or not. Here we take a brief look at the meaning of the term. What is the normal structure of the heart Before we discuss the topic at hand, it …
There are many of us in India who do not consume alcohol everyday, and only do so from time to time. Parties with friends or a get-together with family members often involve alcoholic drinks, with some crossing over to a higher level of consumption. ‘Getting drunk’ with friends seems to be part and parcel of …
When the heart contracts, blood is pushed out of the left ventricle through the aortic valve into the aorta. From the aorta, blood moves to different parts of the body, supplying oxygen and vital nutrients to organs, tissues and cells. The amount of blood that is pumped out of the left ventricle is called the …
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is transmitted through genes and can affect children and family members. For this reason, new genetic screening methods have now emerged that can help pick up cases early. In turn, treatment options can be offered to individuals sooner rather than later. How common is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? It is believed that 1 out of …
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If you have been diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have a friend and loved one suffering from the condition, then this post is for you. Firstly, it is important to remember that despite having a diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, most patients can leave a completely normal life. Most patients will live a normal lifespan and …
