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Is Cardiovascular Disease Still the Number One Killer?

Can too high blood pressure damage coronary bypass grafts?

No, not at that level, however, maximal medical treatment should be achieved to prevent other things such as stroke or...

I am a 26 year old woman pregnant with my 4th child. I am feeling extra heart beats throughout the day.  I have cut out caffeine, but this has not helped.  My blood pressure is normal, and my heart rate is 70 – 80 bpm.  Should I  be worried about this?

Skipped beats are common during pregnancy. Your primary care provider can start by having you wear an ambulatory monitor that...

Why are blood pressures different in one arm versus the other?

Thanks for the mail. The difference between right and left brachial pressure should be less than 20 mm Hg normally....

Is there a connection between my history of high blood pressure and PVCs, and my drop in LV ejection fraction?

One of the possibilities based on the information you provided is PVC induced cardiomyopathy. This is a significant concern and...