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heart attack? my dad was going to china from singapore. when he got inside the plane his said his heart felt weird. then he got off,sensing something wrong. then after a few tests, the doctrs confirmed that he got a mild heart attack. he is smoker, and finally now is determined to quit. i am worried however, that he would just stop completely instead of just cutting down on cigarretes slowly. i have heard of many cases where people die from stopping smoking immediately. is it completely safe to do so?

heart-attack? My husbands mother had a heart attack this morning around 4:30am central time.How can i console him, and what should we expect to happen with his mother. She is alive, she had to have one arterie shut down and another by-passed.Any advice?

Heart attack? I believe that a heart attack means death of cardiac tissue. I do not think that it has to mean to necrosis due to lack of oxygen, but could be due to other things such as electrical damage. So an arrythmias attack that nearly kills someone that leads to perminant damage is a form of heart attack but not a 'myocardial infarction'. What is the odd of surviving one?

Heart Attack? Have you ever seen a heart attack. If yes is it scary. I faked one in front of my mom once and it scared the daylights out of here.

HEart attack? If someone was having a heart attack how long would the symptoms go for untill they have the attack?

HEART ATTACK.......? What are good diet pills that wont give me a heart attack?

What are emotional effects after a heart attack? I am a 62 year old woman and had a heart attack two weeks ago which ended with a femoral angioplasty. I came home from the hospital this weekend and I'm finding it difficult to sleep because I am afraid I may not wake up or I will wake up with another heart attack. I am weepy and emotional for not apparent reason. Can someone who has experienced a heart attack and/or heart surgery tell me if this is common? Should I see a doctor about it or will it go away shortly?

After a heart attack amounts of lactic acid are present What does this say about the nature of a heart attack? So basically After a heart attack SMALL amounts of lactic acid are present. What does this suggest about the nature of a heart attack? PLEASE HELP!!!! also if you can answer this too it would be great In certain cases, regular excercise causes an increase in the number of mitochondria in muscle cells. How might that situation improve an individual's ability to perform energy requiring activities?

How long after a heart attack do you stop thinking every chest pain is another attack? Had a stint placed after a heart attack near two years ago after an allergic reaction caused the heart attack, complete respiratory failure and near a month in critical condition, I am 45 and still dealing with the thoughts of dying and every small muscle twinge being another heart attack ... Cardiologist says everything is PERFECT but does not seem to help.

How long can heart attack symptoms last? I've had chest discomfort for almost 2 months now. The discomfort always goes away when I press down on parts of my ribs. However, the slight pain always occurs in different parts of the left chest. I've also been having jaw discomfort that feels like a growing pimple in the area where the neck joins the lower jaw on both sides of my face. My doctors did an EKG, listened to my heart beat, did an x-ray, tested my blood, and said I am fine. I am 16 years old and I am afraid I might have a heart attack. Any suggestions?

What is the likelihood of having a heart attack after an attack of pectoral angina? My grandfather had an angina attack on the weekend and I was just wondering the likelihood of him now having a heart attack. And also if it is highly likely how soon after the angina attack?

How can a heart attack cause a seizure when seizures happen in the brain? My friend's dad died of a heart attack. They said he had convulsions on the floor.

What is the difference between a heart attack and a heart seizure? I was just reading an article about Florence Griffith Joyner who died in 1998 and it lists her cause of death as a heart seizure. What's the difference between that and a heart attack?

What can cause a massive heart attack or stroke? And why is there no symptoms ? If you have a massive heart attack or stroke do you feel any thing ? If you over weight , not eating healthy , no exercise ,bad food , junk food and just gone to doctor to get test done on your heart can you still have a massive heart attack or stroke?

What's the difference between heart attack and anxiety and panic attack symptoms? I'm curious because even though I'm told I'm too young for a heart attack, I'm 18 by the way, I'm afraid to get one... Now I've read into a lot of sites and have noticed that the three conditions have almost EXACT symptoms to one another. So how can you tell between these three?

How do you tell the difference in a heart attack & a stroke? And angina pains? I lost my husband due to a massive heart attack years ago, & I thought heart disease could be detected these days better than it was then. I am somewhat of a band aid nurse, & I thought I knew some things about health, but I've learned lately due to a friend,that sometimes it masks itself & you cannot tell. How can you tell if you have heart trouble? Is there anyone out there that has dealt with this? I thought that heart trouble was diagnosed easier than it was 10 years ago. Thank you.

Can L-Arginine increase your risk of heart attack even if you have not already had a heart attack? I've read that if you have had a heart attack, taking L-Arginine supplements will increase your chances of having and dying from another heart attack. But what about people who have not yet had a heart attack, but have the precursors of a heart attack, such as high cholesterol, hardening of the arteries, high blood pressure, etc.? Does supplementing with L-Arginine increase their risk also? To answer Scottsdalehigh64's question, I've read on several websites that L-Arginine supplementation helps with circulation problems, which I think I have. Also, as you mentioned, I do eat well, exercise, etc.

How do heart attack symptoms differ between men and women? What are the symptoms of a heart attack and how do they differ between men and women?

Is is possible that a heart attack triggered by an angiograom is malpractice? I know a man who had a mild heart attack and then went for an angiogram. During the angiogram the Cardiologist tried to insert a stent which loosened up the plaque blockage which flowed into a smaller artery and caused another heart attack.. Has anyone else heard of this sort of thing happening?

What are the symptoms of a heart attack for women? How do you know? I am 45 and a woman. I have been having pain in my shoulders and mid back, trouble breathing, and dizziness. I have been using my inhaler every 2 hours and have been taking 800mgs of motrin for the pain and a gas X and previcid for my stomach. The breathing problems seems better but I am still in some pain. My husband, a nurse, says I am not presenting the symptoms of a heart attack and thinks it is more upper respiratory related. I have also had sore shoulders for a while with limited movement that my doctor thinks is my rotator cuff. Do you think I should ride it out on pain meds and albutoral or go to the emergency room? I'm not in distress as much as I was. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Can you have a heart attack with no previous signs? Say a middle age man went on a roller coaster, and he's had no previous heart troubles. Could he get so scared and have a heart attack? Or would he need to have had previous heart conditions for a heart attack to occur?

What is the difference between a heart attack and Angina ? How do you know if you are having a heart attack or it's just "Angina" ?

Can someone have a heart attack from waking up from a cell phone close to them? My girlfriend called me in the middle of the night because she had a horrible nightmare and so we stayed on til she fell asleep. I called her multiple times could've I gaven or could I possibley startled her into a heart attack? she's only 18 she's healthy but has a history of relatives with heart problems. Would the cell phone ring be just as well as an alarm clock?

Can someone who had a silent heart attack climb a flight of stairs? If you had a silent heart attack, can you climb stairs and walk to the corner store, etc. without losing your breath? Sabo - that's not funny.

How can I prevnet haveing a heart attack? I'm ptetty young, 13, but I have found out that three of my great-grandparent and my grandpa have all died of a heart attack. My (dead) grandpa and all four of his sons (not encluding my dad, but I think he does but he won't get teasted) have hypertension (high blood pressure). This is all on my dads side...I'm not really sure about my mom. I weigh 108 lbs and I am 5 for 2 in a half inches, so I'm not at obese or any thing. Any help on how to prevent me dieing of a heart attack.

What are the chances of me having a heart attack? I'm a 19 year old female. I weight 180 and 5'8''. No family history of young heart attacks. No high blood pressure or high cholesterol. I smoke and drink everyonce in awhile. I have acid relfux. I worry so much i have panic attack. Will you help me please get it out of my head. If it is all in my head.

How is a heart attack better than having a baby? [ Serious as well as minor side effects have been reported with the use of oral contraceptives. Serious risks, which can be life threatening, include blood clots, stroke and heart attacks. Some women should not use the Pill, including women who have blood clots, certain cancers, a history of heart attack or stroke, as well as those who are or may be pregnant. The Pill does not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted diseases. ] First question: don't people realize that pills are actually usually more life threatening than condoms? Second: They don't actually offer any sexual protection at all, and completely open up your immune system. Why not an abortion instead? It's SAFER! Third: Some brands are known to cause CANCER. How is cancer better than having a baby? Fourth: What is so bad about periods that you would rather have blood clots than a normal cycle? I was being sarcastic with the "Safer" thing. I would worry more about hamburgers, but even children understand that hamburgers are bad for you. Most women ignore the side effects of a pill.

How long is driving restriction after a heart attack? The actual date from which the restriction starts is important - date of heart attack, or date of discharge from hospital.

How to fake a heart attack and survive it? Hi there, does anyone know what drugs and or what procedure a fit healthy man would need to take/do in order to fake a heart attack and survive. I'm not about to do this in real life so don't worry, its for a script, the character is fit enough to be an astronaut, about 35 years old and male, he needs to fake a heart attack while being monitored by ECG, perspiration, heart rhythm etc. it needs to be realistic any clues?

How does asprin help you during a heart attack? I've heard from several people that taking an Asprin while they were having a heart attack saved their lives, but they never told me how it helps save you.. Perhaps one of you can tell me the info. Thanks!

What is the likelihood that a 26yr female could have a heart attack? I have struggled with my weight my entire life. I am obese. I have recently lost 30 pounds but it's hard for me to lose more weight. Other than my weight, stress is my only risk factor for a heart attack. I recently started working out in an effort my improve my heart's health. I'm not a diabetic; i don't have high cholesterol. Just wanted an opinion. I haven't been able to find stats about young adults having heart attacks.

What was the real cause of Michael Jackson's heart attack death? I know that he died of heart attack but there have been alot of different answers from different sources on the cause of the heart attack. Some people say it was because of his excessive work to get fit and ready for his big 50 concerts tour. Some people say it was from drugs. What was the real cause?

What happens if you refuse surgery after a heart attack? My girlfriend's uncle just had a heart attack, he has three blocked arteries, and has refused surgery. What would happen if the doctors do not clear up the blockage?

What is the drug called that is given to patients post heart attack in a puffer? It is a red puffer.. unaware of what it does and why it is kept on hand. Father had heart attack 9 years ago and was giving this. Denying that he had a heart attack recently but has been using this puffer.

What actions should one take after surviving a heart attack? My mother recently survived a heart attack and had some sort of operation in Taiwan, I'm sketchy of the details but I know she felt it coming on and got to a hospital. She asked me what she could do to take better care of herself, any advice would be greatly appreciated.

What are the odds of dying from a heart attack? On other words: If you have a heart attack, what are the chances that it will be fatal and what are the chances that you will survive it?

What are some of the characteristics of a heart attack patient? My husband had a heart attack 4 years ago. He's been antisocial (to our family anyway) and grouchy. He stays away about all day, spending his time with a family from our church. Anything I can do?

What to do when you suspect someone is getting a heart attack? Someone I know had a high blood pressure of 200! He went to the Dr. that day but since then he has been having sweating , dizziness constantly since the past week His symptoms started since the day his blood pressure rose! He's afraid he's getting/going to get a heart attack. This sweating, dizziness has been occuring too often. What do we do to prevent a heart attack!?? What do we do when we suspect someone is getting a heart attack? Please help!

How do you prevent a heart attack? If you think someone is going to have a heart attack in the next 10 years, is there any way to prevent it? Like if they have heart burn, and nausia. Also high blood pressure, how do you stop the attack from happening?

How high can blood pressure get before a heart attack? I spoke with my mom today. She's in her late 60s and has had high blood pressure for years. She still works regularly but is staying home this week to see if her blood pressure can be moderated after spiking to 236/145. (I'm not 100% sure about the second number--it may be a little off, but I am absolutely positive about the 236.) She was given a new medication, as well as some anxiety medicine. She's always had high blood pressure, but the 236 even scared her. So, how close is someone to a heart attack (or some other major body malfunction) when blood pressure goes that high? I remember my mom's mom had high blood pressure and died from a massive heart attack at age 70 about twenty years ago.

What are some conditions that cause a sudden heart attack that an EKG might not pick up? I'm looking for some reasons that a heart attack might suddenly happen. I'm not looking for conditions that build up over time that can be traced on an EKG. Like, if a patient has an EKG and everything comes up normal, and then they wind up dropping from a heart attack. What kinds of conditions cause that?

How many asprin are you supposed to give a person having a heart attack? Bayer says in its commercials that it can save a person's life who is having a heart attack. So if my husband is having a heart attack, and I'm waiting for the ambulance to arrive, how many asprins should I give him? Thank you. This would be regular strength asprin.

What is the significance of troponin levels after a heart attack? My brother had a heart attack yesterday morning, and his troponin levels were 3 immediately upon reaching the hospital, 10 a few hours later, and 13 a few hours after that.

Will the heart attack rate among certain older white people go up when Obama wins the election? Will Obama winning the 2008 Pesidential Election affect heart attack rates among older whites raised during segregation? What do you think? I don't think its a racist question at all, I think its a legit question. I am sure that when he wins a statistical study will be done on this.

What to do when someone has a stroke or heart attack when waiting for 911? Also i'd like to now, how would you be able to recognize if the person is having a stroke or heart attack??

after a heart attack do you have a chemical imbalance in your brain? I had a heart attack and I can not control my temper. Iget mad faster than before the heart attack. Is there a chemical imbalance.

What causes the shooting pains down the left arm associated with a heart attack? Don't worry; I'm not having a heart attack, although a coworker had a scare the other day. It made me wonder how that usually works. In other words, how does a heart attack cause shooting pain down the left arm?

Can chest pain for 5 days be a possible heart attack or just muscular pain? My boyfriend will be 50 in a few weeks, obviously is at the prime age for a heart attack. Last week before this chest discomfort start he was doing some heavy lifting. He waited for almost a week to tell me that he had this pain and is blowing it off that it's due to the lifting. He says that if it was a heart attack that he would've been dead by now.

Are angina attacks a month after a mild heart attack a common occurence for a male in his mid 40s? I know a guy who is 44 and had a heart attack (mild one) about a month ago. He was feeling great the first four weeks, but suddenly started having minor bouts of angina the last week or so. Nothing debilitating, just tweaks of heartburn and light-headedness, but would go away with a blast of nitro spay. Is this common? Should it be a major concern, or is it part of the healing process?

What are the signs of a heart attack or stroke? My mother takes vicodin, blood pressure medicine, zoloft, and several other pills. For a while she either forgets to take her pills or takes them with alcohol. Now the top of her head hurts often, the left side of her face shuts down, and her stomach hurt even after 29 pound fibroid has been removed. Did she have a minor stroke or heart attack and didn't even know? Or is it something else? What can I do to make sure she stays alive and ok? Any advice would help. Thank you!

What happens when someone experiences a heart attack mid flight? What is the degree of medical personal on a commercial airline? What can they do for you? I read about a Sri Lankan woman who experienced a heart attack about 1 hr after taking off, the entire plane was flown back to its previous destination and the woman was rescued. But, that certainly wouldn't have happened if they were flying over the middle of the ocean.

How long do people survive after a heart attack when they are intubated? My moms husband had a heart attack a few hours ago and they said he was intubated. I was just wondering if that is temporary or if its something that he may not get off of...

What exactly does Nitroglycerin do during a heart attack? My Sister in law's father had his second heart attack tonight. She said they gave him 7 Nitroglycerin pills before he got to the hospital. I was just wondering what they did. He has had surgery and is doing OK now, the stint they put in the first time got clogged. Thanks in advance.

How do you take an aspirin when you are having a heart attack? They say to take aspirin if you suspect a heart attack. Do you chew it, or swallow it with water or what???

How does the risk of a heart attack among the physically unfit compare with the risk among the physically? How does the risk of a heart attack among the physically unfit compare with the risk among the physically fit during and in the first hour after strenuous exercise? a. There is no discernible difference. b. It is about twice as high among the unfit. c. It is about 10 times higher among the unfit. d. It is about 50 times higher among the unfit.

What happens when a person has a massive heart attack? What happens if they put them in Icu unit in the hospital ? What happens after they have the heart attack ? Does it put them into a coma? My dad that I held a grudge against is in the hospital tonight because he had a massive heartattack and I feel bad about everything. How do I apologize when he lives in mississippi and I live in oklahoma.

Why does someone have a heart attack?What are thne symptoms of a heart attack? Why does someone have a heart attack?What are thne symptoms of a heart attack?

What is the meaning of the roadside signs showing sillouette of men with brain or heart attack, in France? When in the Auvergne Rhone-Alpes region of France recently I noticed a lot of roadside signs depicting a black sillouette of a man with a red part indicating a broken heart or a brain injury ("attack"?). Sometimes these were in groups of 2 or 3. What do these mean? I thought perhaps to indicate where there had been previous road accidents, as a deterant, but there appeared to be a lot of them. Also, why sometimes a brain attack symbol, and othertimes a heart attack symbol? They mostly seemed to appear on the outskirts of small towns.

is it possible to have a heart attack without feeling pain in your heart? Ok, if a person has no chest pain that has to do with the heart, but their left arm feels uncomfortable is it possible they are having a heartattack? I'm just wondering if you can have a heart attack but you don't actually feel it.

How can I tell if someone died from a heart attack? I'm writing a short story about unexplained series of deaths. Later it's revealed that these deaths were caused by heart attacks due to... being scared to death or dying of great fear. Is it possible to tell if someone died of a heart attack by looking at them and examining their body or would an autopsy have to be performed. In an autopsy, how could they tell that someone died of a heart attack? Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks!

When my spouse was on way to hospital for an impending heart attack? My first reaction was fear for him, then almost anger at the thought that , here 'I' go again, another round of hospital visits, not knowing how it all would come out. Is this totally 'selfish' thought normal? I feel guilty that I was worried about my self. He did have the heart attack in the hospital and had a stent put in. Now he feels very normal as if nothing happened, thank goodness.

Is it possible to have a normal pulse rate during a heart attack? I am an early 50's athletic individual who takes cholesterol lowering meds as I have a history of high cholesterol and a family history of heart attack. This morning I got real dizzy and my left arm felt a certain numbness. And yet, my pulse rate is between 64 and 76 which is my normal range. Hence, my question.

When symptoms start, how long until a heart attack usually occurs? I thought I might be having heart attack symptoms about two days ago, and now today I have some chest discomfort. Do heart attack occur the day symptoms start? its been nearly 3 days now. I just think I might only be sick...since I have a runny nose and I'm only 15. I am overweight though...

Can you get a heart attack from taking a cold shower? So I decided today to put the max settings on my shower to NOTHING but cold, then I managed to take my cold shower in 20 minutes successfully. But can you get a heart attack from doing this? Well I am wondering, because I read that in cold waters your heart is pumping way more blood to keep the body warm.

How does a person die in a pool of blood with a heart attack? Someone I used to know died of a heart attack. That's what the EMT said anyway. She was found lying face down in a pool of blood and EMT said she had a heart attack. How can those two be related?

What is the actual risk of heart attack? What is the risk percentage figure that people base all the other percentages on such as smoking doubles the risk or eating barbecued meat increases your chance of heart attack by 15%. 15% of what figure? The same goes for stroke or any of those other diseases where you hear stories that if you do this or that then your risk is increased of getting it. Whats the actual (or base figure) risk so that I can analyse better what the chances really are of getting one of these things. So say the actual risk of heart attack is 1% and then if I smoke that doubles the risk of me having a heart attack to 2%. Then I can decide from there whether it is worth the risk to keep smoking. OK smoking may not be a good example to use because we all know it's bad for us but you get the idea.

What are the chances of a 21 year old having a heart attack from running? I want to run(as exercise), but I'm worried that I will have a heart attack. Oh, and if I haven't been doing exercise in a long time, will I look stupid if I run and quickly stop because of tiredness? I'm not fat.

What is the least reported age for a person to get heart attack? Coronary artery Disease (CAD) is one of the commonest ailments in developed as well as developing world. Obesity, sedentary lifestyle are it's causes.. I have heard that youngsters also suffer from heart attacks.. Can some one tell me the least reported age for MI (Myocardial infarction) or heart attack.. Can you tell me with examples... Thank you,,,

How many people think McCain will have a heart attack in his first year of office? I believe it will happen. But then again, I think he will have a heart attack if he loses to Obama. Seriously, this guy is too old to lead the nation, he should be in a retirement home, not running for one of the most toughest jobs in the world.

What can a person do to prevent a heart attack? What can a person do to prevent having a heart attack?

what are the best ways to prevent a heart attack? im a 15 year old female, somewhat overweight, and i get pains in my chest sometimes. i have asthma, so i think thats what its from. what are the best food to eat, what should i avoid? what excercises should i do? like should i do cardio more? what should i avoid eating, and what excercises are the most effective to prevent haveing a heart attack?

What is the probability of someone having a heart attack in their lifetime in the general population? I'm talking about a person chosen at random. If for instance, we chose 1,000 people randomly, how many of those people will probably have a heart attack in their lifetime ? Citing sources is appreciated. gangadharan_nair, that is NOT the answer I wanted. Read the question please.

Is it likely that ill get a heart attack from smoking weed? Im 16 years old, 6'0, 184 lbs ( in great physical condition too ) and have no illnesses. I also tend to do a lot of cardio. But my worry is: If i smoke weed every 2 months ( to relax from the physical and mental stress that sleep wont cure ) is it likely that ill get a heart attack?

Would the EKG of a person that has had a heart attack be different? Consider a person that has had a heart attack and whether this event changes the EKG's PQRST wave trace. Would the trace change be the same for all heart attcks?

How can you prevent a heart attack ? I want to save lives of others and my life and so i want to know how can i prevent a fatal heart attack or stroke ?

How can one tell a heart attack may be eminent? Since it's called a heart attack am I right to assume that there wouldn't be any sign or sypmtom before one actually happens? Can a blood test show?

How much are you at risk of having a heart attack when stoping your blood presure medication sudinly? How much are you at risk of having a heart attack when stoping your blood presure medication sudinly?

What do you do if someone if having a heart attack, other than calling 911? What should you do if someone is having a heart attack, other than calling 911? What can you do to help the person? If they are not conscious, should you perform CPR?

What are the chances of being fine after a heart attack? My dad had trouble breathing then went to bed and in the middle of the night he could barely breath so he went to the hospital and found out he had a heart attack. Is he going to be okay? What are the chances?

What's is the likes of me getting a heart attack? My grandmother, my father, my grandfather had heart attacks...So what is the percentage of me getting a hear attack?

Can the impact of a car bumper cause a heart attack in a cat? Our cat Timmy was hit by the bumper of a taxi. The taxi was probably going too fast. Anyway, as the taxi approached Timmy ran across the road in panic. The taxi driver didn't see him until the last minute and tried to brake. My fiance says he went up in the air and fell funny but he got up and ran up the step and through the bars of the front gate. He ran up another two steps and around the corner of the house to the side of the house where my fiance found him collapsed. When my partner saw him fall funny she said his back was arched in a funny way and that she thought he'd broken his back. But I don't think he could've run if that was the case. As he was such a gentle cat (he was only 2 years old and such a baby), I think the sheer violence of it all sent him into shock and he had a heart attack as a result. But could the impact of the car's bumper have knocked his heart out of rhythm and eventually his heart gave way? When my fiance found him his heart was fluttering she says.

Is it true that high levels of caffeine can cause a heart attack? I just read that consuming high levels of caffeine can cause a heart attack. Is that true? How many cups of strong coffee is considered high levels? Can 1 cup of coffee cause your heart to have this extra beat that makes a thump?

heart attack? I am wondering if it is possible if a heart attack can start and last for afew days. I have this tightness in my neck, left side and it follows up towards the back of my jaw. Also have pain in my breast bone. It has been happening for a few days now. Maybe just stress, but it is kinda scary!

How long after a heart attack before you can drive a heavy vehicle in queensland? I have a friend who had a heart attack 4 weeks ago and his boss is getting him to drive a heavy vehicle after 1 month which I do not think is right as I had to wait 3 months and I never had an operation

How can smoking lead to cardiovascular disease which is heart attack? Can smoking can lead to a heart attack? can a passive smoker can get a heart attack too?

Is it possible to have a heart attack at 26? I am having some chest pain and get dizzy, so I am going to see a cardiologist. But I wonder whether it is possible to get a heart attack in such a age. I am female. I am not be in the best shape but I am not overweight. I was told by a practitioner a few years ago that I might have a minor heart condition but I never got around seeing a cardiologist thinking it's just minor. I think it's very likely that I am having this due to the contraceptive patch Ortho Evra that I have been wearing. I did some research and found that it's been increasingly causing blood clot, heart issues and other for women. Does anyone have experience with Ortho Evra?

What Are Some Of The Warning Signs Of Stroke Or Heart Attack ? My good friend has had a numbness on the left-side of his head (above the ear all the way to the crown) for about a month now and he won't go to the doctor . The numbness ranges from the top or crown of his head , to just above and then behind his left ear . Is this a warning sign of stroke or heart attack ? If not, then what could it be ? Give me everything you can so Ii can convince him to see a doctor . Thank you . What Is TMJ ?

Is it true heart attack victims do worse on drug stents? I heard that patients given drug-coated stents after an acute heart attack are nearly five times more likely to die six months to two years later than those with bare metal forms of the arterial scaffolding.

How exactly does smoking crack cause someone to have a heart attack? My friend had a major heart attack(she's 39 yrs old)-and actually "died" 3 x -she had been smoking crack the night before-she is an addict trying to stay clean thru NA ( like me -only Ive been clean 5 yrs and never did use crack) I dont know a whole lot about how crack affects the body.What would happen if she were to relapse again?

what are the symptoms of a heart attack, and how long do they last before you have one? i have anxiety attacks and am taking ativan... the medicine isnt working 100% because i still feel like crap.. my heart is always racing and am wondering if im coming up on a heart attack?

Why is Vitorin and Crestor still being sold when they do nothing to prevent a heart attack? They do more to making a heart attack happen than to prevent it. It has been all over the news for the last 2 weeks. It is something that everyone who is interested in good health would have read. Google Zetia Crestor dangers.

How does it feel when you are having a heart attack? i was wondering this because my uncle passed away from a heart attack and i was just kind of wondering what it felt like. Some say that the pain is unbearable, some say it feels like someone is gripping your chest. And one last thing- how is your pulse when you are having a heart attack? And just one more thing- what age can you have a heart attack? Please give me some info on this. angel, i'm sorry about your dad, but since you didn't read the whole thing, my uncle DID pass away from a heart attack. I'm 12 years old and i'm sorry, but try to read more carefully

How often do people survive their first heart attack? Can I please have some statistics on how often people survive their first heart attack?

I just Had a Heart attack in August of this year at the young age of 34. How do I deal with all this? Im 35 now.I just turned 35 in september but in August of this year I had a heart attack. I had 4 blocked autries and so therefor I had to have a bypass done. I cant believe at 34 years of age I had to have open heart surgery. My question is How do I go on knowing that at anytime I could have another heart attack. I came so close to dying that it was unreal. Im suffering from deppresion because of it so I would love to hear from anyone that has some advice.

Can you have a heart attack with no blockage? My husband went to the er with all symptoms of heart attack except chest pain. He had elevated enzymes and 3 ekgs that screamed heart attack. They treated him for a heart attack, but then did a scan and said there was no blockage so it wasn't a heart attack. What else could it be. He is still in the hospital in terrible pain. The pain is above his right kidney. I'm getting scared, can anyone give me some ideas?

how long after a heart attack can you check the blood for proof? if i have had a heart attack, how long can i wait for a blood check or an eeg? i need to know if this is what happened.

How do you help someone having a heart attack from a first aiders point of veiw? say im a first aider and i think someone is having a heart attack what are the signs and how can i help them.

Can you tell me some causes of chest pain besides a heart attack? I get this pain often, so I know it isn't a heart attack. What else can cause chest pain?