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Stroke and heart attack are distinct medical emergencies caused by a sudden blockage in blood flow. A stroke is usually caused by an interruption in blood flow to the brain, while a heart attack due to a sudden cut-off in blood flow to the heart. Understanding the critical differences between a stroke and a heart…

Chest pain can be worrying, especially when you are unsure what is causing it. Although not every chest pain is critical or related to a heart problem, frequent or worsening symptoms should never be ignored. Sometimes it may be caused by acid reflux, digestive issues, or muscle strain, while others may indicate a serious condition…

An irregular heartbeat, also known as an abnormal heart rhythm or arrhythmia, can occur due to stress, poor sleep, electrolyte imbalances, or underlying heart conditions. Although occasional changes in heart rhythm aren’t always a cause for concern, frequent or persistent palpitations may be linked with conditions such as atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), or heart…

An echocardiogram is a diagnostic test to evaluate the heart’s structure and function and investigate a range of cardiovascular conditions. Your doctor recommends the most appropriate type of echocardiogram based on your symptoms, medical history, and the details required.  Transthoracic and transoesophageal echocardiograms are the two commonly used types of heart ultrasound. While both provide…

Heart disease often develops over time. Some people may experience symptoms long before serious cardiovascular problems arise, or don’t have signs for years. Symptoms can vary from person to person; some may notice swelling in the feet and ankles, others may experience chest pain, breathlessness, or persistent, unusual fatigue. Recognising the early warning signs of…

Feeling unusually tired can have many possible causes, including poor sleep, lifestyle factors, ageing, medications, or an underlying health condition. Some people assume their fatigue can be due to high cholesterol levels, but raised cholesterol doesn’t usually cause fatigue directly.  In fact, it often has no noticeable symptoms and can remain undetected for years. However,…

Feeling dizzy or blacking out can be worrying, especially when you don’t know the underlying cause. Dehydration, low vitamin levels, tiredness, low blood pressure, and certain health conditions can all cause dizziness or make you feel faint. However, sometimes it can be linked to an underlying heart problem, particularly when it occurs alongside other cardiac…

Cardiovascular diseases often develop silently over years. No symptoms, no warning signs – until serious complications arise. This is where preventive cardiology plays its role by minimising your potential risks by identifying them earlier and managing them by following an expert cardiologist’s guidelines.  Preventive cardiac care is highly personalised, tailored to an individual’s specific heart…

You may feel fit and healthy, yet still have undiagnosed cholesterol or hidden blood pressure patterns without obvious symptoms. Even if you pay close attention to your health and have regular checkups, there is one simple question worth asking: Do you know your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers? For many people, the answer is no. …

A Holter monitor, also known as an ambulatory ECG monitor, continuously records your heart’s electrical activity, usually for 24 hours to several days, depending on your symptoms and your cardiologist’s assessment. It is commonly used to investigate palpitations, arrhythmias and changes in heart rate.  A question we hear often is ‘Can a Holter monitor detect…