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We provide our users the most up-to-date and accurate information on the treatment and prevention of cardio pathologies in accordance with current American and European clinical guidelines.
The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a licensed physician for diagnosis and treatment.
The Role of a Cardiology Physician
Introduction
A cardiology physician, or cardiologist, is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases of the heart and blood vessels. Cardiologists play a crucial role in managing conditions such as heart attacks, hypertension, arrhythmias, and heart failure.
What Does a Cardiologist Do?
1. Diagnosis of Heart Diseases
- Conducts medical history evaluations
- Performs physical examinations
- Uses diagnostic tests (ECG, echocardiography, stress tests, CT angiography, etc.)
2. Treatment Options
- Prescription of medications (beta-blockers, diuretics, statins, etc.)
- Lifestyle modification guidance (diet, exercise, smoking cessation)
- Performing interventional procedures (angioplasty, stents, pacemakers)
3. Prevention and Lifestyle Management
- Counseling on risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol
- Encouraging healthy eating habits (Mediterranean diet, low sodium intake)
- Stress management techniques
When to See a Cardiologist?
If you experience:
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Shortness of breath
- Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
- High blood pressure
- Swelling in legs and feet
Conclusion
Cardiology is a vital medical specialty that helps prevent and manage heart-related diseases. If you have symptoms or risk factors for heart disease, consult a cardiologist to assess your cardiovascular health and reduce your risk of complications.
Source recommendations
1. American Heart Association Guidelines
- https://professional.heart.org/en/guidelines-and-statements
- https://www.heart.org/
- https://professional.heart.org/en/guidelines-statements
- https://cpr.heart.org/en/resuscitation-science/cpr-and-ecc-guidelines
- https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/fitness-basics/aha-recs-for-physical-activity-in-adults
2. European Society of Cardiology Guidelines
- https://www.escardio.org/Guidelines/Clinical-Practice-Guidelines
- https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/42/34/3227/6358713
- https://www.escardio.org/Guidelines
- https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/44/39/4043/7238227
- https://www.escardio.org/
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If you or your loved ones experience any of these symptoms, you should consult a doctor in time. Remember that self-medication can be dangerous, and timely diagnosis will preserve the quality and life expectancy.
The heart is an organ that does not know how to "keep silent" if something goes wrong. Chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling, dizziness, and rhythm disturbances are the symptoms that require our attention. The best prevention of heart disease is careful attention to your health, regular checkups with a doctor, and a healthy lifestyle. Take care of your heart, and it will serve you for many years!
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Our answers to your questions are based on the clinical recommendations of countries with the most developed healthcare systems in the field of cardiology in the USA, the EU and Japan.
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