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There are many possible causes of cardiac amyloidosis. Some people inherit it from their parents. Others can develop this condition themselves

What is Cardiac Amyloidosis? – Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

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Cardiac amyloidosis is a heart condition in which deformed proteins become lodged in and around different parts of the heart. When these proteins build up, the heart struggles to pump…

Cardiomyopathy can target people of any age or race. Cardiomyopathy affects approximately one in every 500 adults.

What Is Cardiomyopathy?

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Conditions affecting the myocardium (heart muscle) are called cardiomyopathy. Which causes your heart to stiffen, enlarge, or thicken, as well as scar tissue. As a result, your heart cannot effectively…

Sleep Apnea does induce Acne outbreaks. Research indicates that sleep apnea can have adverse effects on your skin

Does Sleep Apnea Cause Acne?

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The crucial role of sleep in our daily life cannot be understated. It plays a significant part in both our health and appearance. Failing to obtain adequate sleep, as seen…

Aortic valve stenosis (often referred to as aortic stenosis) occurs when the aortic valve in your heart becomes narrow or blocked.

What Is Aortic Valve Stenosis?

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Aortic valve stenosis (often referred to as aortic stenosis) occurs when the aortic valve in your heart becomes narrow or blocked. It interferes with the normal flow of blood out…

Getting enough sleep can help you get a deep sleep. You can develop a healthy sleep routine by establishing consistent sleep and wake times.

What Does Deep Sleep Mean?

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You may have heard that adults need 7-9 hours of sleep each night. But sleep quality also plays an important role and deep sleep is important for your physical and…

A stress echo is often suggested as a good starting point. Depending on specific conditions, CT scans might be more suitable for some.

CT Scan Vs. Stress Echo/ Echocardiogram: Which Is Better at Identifying Heart Disease?

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Stress echo/ echocardiography and computed tomography (CT) are tests performed by healthcare providers to diagnose or monitor heart conditions and ensure you get the needed treatment. Before concluding which test…

Bradypnea is a medical term that describes abnormally slow breathing. There are numerous potential causes of bradypnea, such as cardiac problems, medications or drugs, and hormonal imbalances.

What Is Bradypnea?

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Bradypnea is a medical term that describes abnormally slow breathing. There are numerous potential causes of bradypnea, such as cardiac problems, medications or drugs, and hormonal imbalances. This blog will…

What is Tachypnea?

What Is Tachypnea?

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Tachypnea is characterised by rapid, shallow breathing. This feeling can imply that you are not getting enough air in your lungs. This symptom can affect people of all ages, but…

Stop Getting Out Of Breath When Exercising. Heartscope Specialist Group

How Can I Stop Getting Out Of Breath When Exercising?

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Your breath is critical, especially when exercising, which can cause you to feel short of breath. To maximise your performance, you must focus on breathing and make the necessary adjustments.…

Should I Get a Stress Echocardiogram Test?

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death, accounting for more than 10% of all fatalities in Australia. This statistic translates to 50 average daily deaths from heart disease, or…