❤️ Common HEART Risks:
Hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) is when the force of blood pushing against your artery walls as the heart pumps is higher than normal. If left untreated or unmanaged, the high pressure can cause significant damage to blood vessels throughout your body and vital organs, such as your kidneys, liver, brain, heart, and eyes. Hypertension also increases your risk of a heart attack, stroke, or other serious health complications.
DiabEtes, obesity, and smoking can also cause severe damage to your blood vessels, creating a higher risk of developing chronic heart disease.
Atherosclerosis is the buildup of plaque in the arteries caused by high cholesterol. This buildup narrows and impedes blood flow, not only to your heart but to other vital organs.
Genetic pRedisposition can also have a significant impact on your heart health. Heart disease can be passed down genetically, so understanding your family medical history is imperative to maintaining good heart health. If you have a family member with heart disease, be vigilant about routine checkups with your provider and take steps to reduce your risk.
PosT-Covid can affect heart health and increase your risk of chronic heart issues. Studies show that individuals with mild cases of Covid-19 had twice the risk of cardiovascular events, and those with severe cases had four times the risk for up to three years. Researchers believe that the body’s immune response causes inflammation, which can lead to heart problems like irregular heart rhythms, blood clots, inflammation of the heart or its surrounding membrane, and even heart failure.1
Please talk with your provider or seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms: chest pain, recurring dizziness or fainting, shortness of breath, racing heartbeat or flutter in your chest, or chronic fatigue.
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