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4 Facts About Bicuspid Aortic Valve

July 5, 2017

Some people can have a bicuspid aortic valve and never know it. Discover more about the condition, including bicuspid aortic valve symptoms. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: aortic aneurysm, bicuspid aortic valve, congenital heart defect, heart failure, shortness of breath, surgery
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Separating the Myths and Facts About Heart Disease

January 31, 2017

Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the United States, and in many cases, it's preventable. Discover heart disease myths and facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, shortness of breath
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Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different for Women

January 3, 2017

Women often have heart attack symptoms that are more subtle than those experienced by men. Learn about telltale heart attack symptoms in women. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: angina, chest pain, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, shortness of breath
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Managing Heart Failure with Healthy Lifestyle

June 11, 2015

Lifestyle modifications like quitting smoking, exercising, and following a low-sodium eating plan key to managing heart failure. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: blood clots, fatigue, heart attack, heart disease, heart failure, medical mondays, shortness of breath
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Different Types of Congestive Heart Failure: Left and Right Sided Symptoms

June 9, 2015

Types of congestive heart failure can vary between the areas of the heart. Learn about the differences between left, right, and congestive heart failure from UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: congestive heart failure, diastolic heart failure, heart failure, medical mondays, shortness of breath, surgery, systolic heart failure
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What Are Heart Palpitations And Should You Worry?

November 12, 2014

Learn more about heart palpitations, commonly identified by a fluttering in the chest, by discovering the causes and risks, as well as symptoms. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: abnormal heart beat, arrhythmia, caffeine, chest pain, dizziness, fear, heart, Heart and Vascular Institute, heart disease, heart failure, heart palpitations, intense exercise, light-headedness, Loss of consciousness, mitral valve prolapse, nicotine, panic attack, shortness of breath, stress
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What Is Pulmonary Hypertension?

April 1, 2014

Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the lung's blood vessels. Learn more about pulmonary hypertension symptoms and treatment options. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: chest pain, cough, fatigue, heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, Lightheadedness, lung diseases, pulmonary embolism, Pulmonary hypertension, shortness of breath
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Asthma Attack Symptoms and Treatment Tips

March 25, 2014

Asthma attacks worsen your asthma symptoms and requires treatment or intervention. Learn more about asthma attacks, their symptoms, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: albuterol, Asthma, asthma attack, Coughing, inhaler, shortness of breath, Wheezing
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Seeking Treatment for Fever

January 14, 2014

Learn when you should seek treatment for fever for both children and adult patients in this article from UPMC Urgent Care. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: abdominal pain, bacterial infection, chest pain, core body temperature, difficulty urinating, fever, infection, light sensitivity, severe headache, shortness of breath, stiff neck, unusual rash, virus