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There are many different heart disease treatments available. Your prescription will depend entirely on your specific condition. Heart disease treatments can help relieve and prevent symptoms and improve your quality of life.
It is important to get a diagnosis from your doctor as soon as possible to help determine which heart disease treatment options are best for you:
There are many options available, here are the heart disease treatments that are common for most patients - Medication - drugs can help your blood pressure, control cholesterol levels or help rid your body of excess fluids. It is important to know the names of your medications, and to take them as scheduled. Some types of medication include ACE inhibitors, aspirin, beta blockers and blood thinners.
- Cardiac Devices - They are used to help the cardiac function. They include pacemakers, ICD's, or a mechanical heart)
- Surgery & Procedures- Some of these include:
- Angioplasty - opens arteries that are blocked
- Bypass Surgery - blockages are bypassed by redirection blood vessels
- Hear Transplant - a new heart is given to the patient by a compatible donor
- Cadrioversion - electrical currents are used to restore regular beating
No matter which route is best for your, make sure that you monitor your condition to determine if the therapy is working for your. Consult with your doctor is you have any discomfort or notice any changes.
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