From clogged arteries to infections, heart disease covers a lot of ground -- and it is the most common cause of death for both men and women in the U.S.
From clogged arteries to infections, heart disease covers a lot of ground. It’s not just one thing, but a group of conditions that affect your heart and body in different ways. It can lead to problems like heart attacks and strokes, and it’s the most common cause of death for both men and women in the United States.Your heart has four chambers -- two up top called atria, and two below called ventricles.
Valve problems can make your heart work harder and cause blood flow problems, so you may:Have swelling in your legs, feet, ankles, or belly You may have had the feeling where your heart flutters or skips a beat. That’s caused by a change in your heart’s rhythm -- called arrhythmia -- and it’s usually harmless. Your heartbeat is controlled by short bursts of electricity, and a minor change in those bursts typically isn’t a problem.
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