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Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarcation)
The death of heart muscle due to the loss of blood supply. The loss of blood supply is usually caused by a complete blockage of a coronary artery, one of the arteries that supplies blood to the heart muscle.
Heartburn/Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Normally, the muscle at the bottom of the esophagus will control your food so that it stays in your stomach; however, with GERD, occurs when the contents "back up" and can even go back up into the back of the throat. This can occur due to your normal body functions not working properly, the contents of the stomach are too acidic, or the food is not cleared out of the esophagus quickly enough.
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Blood pressure is the measurement of the force of the blood on the arteries as the heart pushes the blood through the body. High blood pressure is when there is too much pressure, which can lead to heart and kidney problems.
High Cholesterol
Substance manufactured by the liver and other organs and consumed via animal fat. High-fat diets increase the amount made. It is believed that high levels lead to collection of cholesterol in the arteries, possibly leading to serious health risks.
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Your blood glucose levels (blood sugar) goes too low and cannot give your body the energy it needs to support your activities.
Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
A disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea.
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic Fever is a side-effect of tonsillitis, strep throat, ear infection, or scarlet fever. The antibodies that were built up in the body begin to fight against the body, resulting in pain, inflammation, joint stiffness, and fever. A rash may be present along with bumps, fatigue, and jerking arms, legs, or facial muscles.
Arteriosclerosis/Atherosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis is an actual hardening, thickening, or loss of walls of the blood vessels. Atherosclerosis is an actual type of arteriosclerosis. Fatty substances, cholesterol, cellular waste, calcium & fibrin build up in the inner lining of an artery. These substances actually make up plaque.
Cardiovascular Disease
Disease affecting the heart or blood vessels. Cardiovascular diseases include arteriosclerosis, coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, arrhythmia, heart failure, hypertension, orthostatic hypotension, shock, endocarditis, diseases of the aorta and its branches, disorders of the peripheral vascular system, and congenital heart disease.
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