1 of 6 / Overview
View AllWhat Is Heart Disease?
You asked. We answer. Here's an easy-to-read, illustrated guide to heart disease.
Men and Heart Disease
When you think of heart disease in men, usually people think of coronary artery disease and heart attack.
Women and Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women over 40 years old, especially after menopause.
What Causes Heart Disease?
Most heart attacks are the end result of coronary heart disease, a condition that clogs coronary arteries with fatty, calcified plaques.
2 of 6 / Symptoms & Types
View AllHeart Disease Warning Signs
Here's a fast, easy-to-understand guide to the symptoms of each type of heart disease.
Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly)
An enlarged heart (cardiomegaly) can have various causes. But it's usually caused by hypertension or coronary artery disease.
Irregular Heart Rhythm
Irregular heart rhythm -- arrhythmia -- is when your heart doesn't keep up a good beat. Learn what it means here.
Heart Valve Disease
You may not know what a heart valve is -- until it stops working right. It's a common form of heart disease.
3 of 6 / Tests & Diagnosis
View AllEchocardiogram
There are several variations on the echocardiogram, or "echo." Learn about these ultrasound-like tests of the heart.
Chest X-Ray
Why get a chest X-ray? What happens? Click here for quick answers.
Stress Test
Does your heart respond well to exertion? That's what a stress test looks for. Here's a straightforward description.
Tilt Table Test
The head-up tilt table test is used to help find the cause of fainting spells. Here's what you need to know.
4 of 6 / Treatment
View AllStents
Get information about why they’re used and what types are available.
Heart Bypass Surgery
If you need to have bypass surgery, you’ll have lots of questions about how it works and how it can help.
Valve Disease Treatment
When your heart valve disease needs attention, it can be treated by traditional surgery or by balloon valvuloplasty.
Pacemakers
A pacemaker is a small device that sends electrical impulses to the heart muscle to keep up a suitable heart rate and rhythm.
5 of 6 / Living With
View AllAfter a Heart Attack
Here are steps you can take after a heart attack to ensure a full recovery.
Cardiac Rehab
It's very likely your doctor will encourage you to get involved in a cardiac rehab program.
Heart-Healthy Cooking
Got heart disease? Nothing is more important than eating heart-friendly foods. See what heart-healthy cooking is all about.
Safe Exercises for Heart Disease
What exercises are best for those diagnosed with heart disease? Read more.
6 of 6 / Appointment Prep
View AllQuestions for Your Doctor About ATTR-CM
Whether you're newly diagnosed with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) or already treating it, learn how to make the most of your doctor appointment.
Questions for Your Doctor About HCM
Whether you're newly diagnosed with HCM or already in treatment, learn how to make the most of your doctor appointment.
Suggested Reads about Heart Disease
Visual Guide to Peripheral Artery Disease
This visual guide to peripheral artery disease, or PAD, gives details about this common type of heart disease, and its symptoms, causes, treatments, and prevention tips.
Visual Guide to Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
This visual guide to coronary artery disease (CAD) has information on causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for the condition. It also tells you what you can do to help yourself.
Nutrition for ATTR-CM
What to eat and what not to eat matter when you have ATTR-CM. Learn the essentials of a transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy diet.
ATTR-CM Symptoms
Many ATTR-CM symptoms come from its effects on the heart, but symptoms can develop anywhere in the body that amyloid fibrils form. Working with specialists will help.
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