Beyond Chest Pain: Lesser Known Signs of a Heart Attack
Heart attacks are responsible for thousands of deaths in the US annually, and that number continues to grow. The World Health Organization lists cardiovascular diseases as the global leading cause of preventable death, with over 17 million people losing their lives every year as a result. Although heart attacks are a well-known threat to one’s health, they can have […]
Are You at Risk for an Aortic Aneurysm?
Choosing a balanced diet and an appropriate amount of cardiovascular exercise is important for anyone who’s able to move independently. For senior men, however, taking care of your heart and arteries becomes increasingly important. Senior men lead the rates of people living with chronic conditions that can cause this type of aneurysm, but women can develop them, […]
Should I Be Worried about Tachycardia?
Feeling the rush with your heart working overtime? There’s a name for that: tachycardia. It’s normal to feel a rapid heartbeat after you’ve been exercising, or if you’re panicking, but tachycardia can affect you in serious, long-term ways if you don’t seek treatment. At Prime Heart and Vascular in Allen, Frisco, and Plano, Texas, Rishin Shah, MD has years of […]
Are You Suffering from These Serious Symptoms of Heart Disease?
Over 30 million Americans are diagnosed with heart disease. It’s also the number one leading cause of death in America. With alarming stats like that, you might wonder how you can tell if you’re experiencing the symptoms of heart disease. Dr. Rishin Shah and our team at Prime Heart and Vascular diagnose and treat heart disease in our four Texas […]
Lifestyle Adjustments for Living With Atrial Fibrillation
Three million people of all ethnicities in the United States suffer the irregular heartbeats of atrial fibrillation, also known as Afib. Although Afib impacts women and men around the globe, most cases are found in North America and are often linked to lifestyle factors, including obesity and inactivity. If you have Afib, your cardiologist may treat your […]
Life After a Heart Attack
Every year in the United States, more than 800,000 people have a heart attack, including about 200,000 people who’ve had a previous heart attack. Caring for yourself after a heart attack is especially important for reducing your risk of having a subsequent episode and for helping avoid other serious problems, as well. With offices in Allen, Frisco, Plano, […]
The Link Between Stress and Hypertension
The stresses of modern life can make you tired, unhappy, and unfulfilled. But can they also be a contributor to heart disease? Hypertension, or high blood pressure, occurs when your blood is pumping at a high force through your arteries. Hypertension can damage your blood vessels and increase your risk of having a heart attack […]
How Viral Infections Affect Your Heart
Everyone knows viruses can cause respiratory illnesses like the common cold and the flu. But viruses can affect other areas of your body, as well, including your heart. Knowing the symptoms of a heart infection can help you get the care you need quickly, so you can reduce your risks of more serious problems, like […]
Is Heart Disease In Your Genes?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It has been for many years and doesn’t really show signs of being replaced. The first step in preventing heart disease is arming yourself with the facts. You should know: What heart disease is What the symptoms look and feel like Your personal […]
When Do Chest Pains Warrant a Trip to the ER?
Your chest feels tight, pain is emanating from your heart, you’re certain you’re having a heart attack and need to race to the emergency room. You’re not alone. Chest pains send about seven million Americans to the ER every year, afraid that they’re about to have or are having a heart attack. While chest pain […]
