For some people, treatment for heart disease may only require lifestyle changes. This segment of the eMedTV library takes an in-depth look at these and other treatment options, including descriptions of angioplasty and open heart surgery.
There are several tests a doctor may use to assist with a heart disease diagnosis. This eMedTV resource explains the various procedures used to test for heart disease, such as EKGs, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Types of medications used to treat heart disease include anticoagulants, beta blockers, and nitrates. This eMedTV page explores both heart medications used to treat symptoms of the condition as well as those used to prevent or minimize risk factors.
This eMedTV article provides suggestions for remembering to take your heart medicine, such as using a weekly pillbox, placing reminder notes around the house, or programming a startup message into your computer.
As this eMedTV article explains, open heart surgery is a procedure in which a blood vessel is taken from another part of your body and used to go around a blocked vessel in your heart. This page provides an overview of open heart surgery.
This eMedTV page provides an in-depth look at beating heart bypass surgery, including how it differs from other heart surgeries, expected benefits, and possible risks. As the name suggests, this operation is performed while the heart is beating.
Cardiac rehab involves exercise, education, and counseling to help heart disease patients recover faster. This eMedTV article explains the benefits associated with these programs and provides information about finding one near you.
Reversing heart disease may be possible -- some studies of cholesterol-lowering drugs have shown promise. This eMedTV Web page explores a few of these research studies, including studies of statins that demonstrated a reduction in plaque buildup.
This page of the eMedTV library explains the role of lifestyle changes (such as quitting smoking) in preventing heart disease. It also discusses how knowing your personal risk factors and making good health choices can prevent or minimize risk.
As explained in this eMedTV segment, a natural approach to heart disease often involves making lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, losing weight, adopting sensible eating habits, and exercising more.
This eMedTV Web page explains that, while there is no cure for heart disease, you can help prevent it or minimize its effects by adopting a healthier lifestyle, which includes regular exercise, routine checkups, and maintaining a healthy weight.
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