Heart disease refers to a variety of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. Common types include:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD): Narrowed arteries that limit blood flow to the heart.
- Arrhythmias: Irregular heartbeats caused by problems with the electrical signals that coordinate the heart's beating.
- Heart failure: The heart's inability to pump sufficiently to maintain blood flow to meet the body's needs.
- Valvular heart disease: Narrowed or leaking heart valves that hinder blood flow through the heart.
- Cardiomyopathy: A disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump blood.
- Peripheral artery disease: Narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, usually the legs.
- Congenital heart disease: Heart problems present at birth.
Warning features of heart disease include chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling in the legs or abdomen, irregular heartbeat, dizzy spells, and pain in the jaw, back, or neck. Early identification and treatment of these symptoms are essential for effective management.
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