Tailored treatment plans can manage heart diseases related to morbid obesity and prevent future complications.
Heart Disease is a condition that affects the heart and arteries around the heart. The most common ones linked to excessive body weight are coronary artery disease, hypertension, and stroke.
Common Symptoms
Chest pain, tightness, or discomfort (Angina).
Trouble breathing.
Numbness in the legs or arms
Pain in the neck, jaw, throat, or back.
Abnormal heartbeat
When to see a Doctor
If you have severe chest pain
Episodes of dizziness or fainting
Onset of shortness of breath
Swelling in the legs, ankles, or abdomen
Episodes of heart Palpitations
Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.
High blood pressure that damages the blood vessels
Increased cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Excess fat around the stomach and abdomen.
High blood sugar levels.
Inflammation that damages the arteries to the heart.
Diagnosis and Tests
Blood tests to check for cardiac marker levels
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
Stress test
Imaging tests such as Chest X-ray and Cardiac MRI.
Coronary Angiography and Cardiac Catheterization
Treatment Options
Medications to treat heart disease symptoms
Surgery to treat the damage to the heart
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) or Angioplasty
Lifestyle changes to improve heart health
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