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Pulmonary Hypertension in Patients With Heart Failure With Mid-Range Ejection Fraction

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dry cough after pulmonary embolism :: Article Creator Dry Cough: What Causes It And How Do You Treat One? A dry cough can have many causes, from allergies to viruses. Home remedies and medications may help provide relief. Drinking plenty of water and avoiding allergens or environmental irritants can also be beneficial. A cough is a reflex action that clears your airway of irritants and mucus. There are two types of cough: productive and nonproductive. A productive cough produces phlegm or mucus, clearing it from the lungs. A nonproductive cough, known as a dry cough, doesn't produce phlegm or mucus. Many things — from allergies to acid reflux — can cause a dry cough. In some cases, there's no obvious cause. An ongoing dry cough can greatly impact your day-to-day life, especially if it keeps you up at night. Keep reading to learn more about the possible causes of a dry cough and ways to find relief. Com...

Atrial Fibrillation Treatment & Management

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Pathophysiology and Diagnosis of Pulmonary Hypertension Due to Left Heart Disease

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hypertension blood pressure range :: Article Creator The Common Mistake Raising Your Blood Pressure Numbers When measuring blood pressure, every small detail matters. One factor often overlooked is arm position and its impact on accuracy. A recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals that placing your arm incorrectly during a reading can significantly alter results. This could lead to misdiagnosis, unnecessary medication, and overlooked hypertension cases, making proper technique more important than ever. For millions of people, especially those managing high blood pressure, an incorrect reading can mean the difference between a clear bill of health and a prescription for medication. Understanding how body positioning affects measurements is key to ensuring accurate results and avoiding preventable health complications. A closer look at the study's findings Researchers conducted a study with 133 participants examining how dif...

A roadmap for therapeutic discovery in pulmonary hypertension associated with left heart failure. A scientific statement of the Heart Failure Association (HFA) of the ESC and the ESC Working Group on Pulmonary Circulation & Right Ventricular Function

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heart failure with preserved ejection fraction treatment :: Article Creator Heart Failure Deaths Are Increasing. New Treatments Could Help. ERROR: The request could not be satisfied Request blocked. We can't connect to the server for this app or website at this time. There might be too much traffic or a configuration error. Try again later, or contact the app or website owner. If you provide content to customers through CloudFront, you can find steps to troubleshoot and help prevent this error by reviewing the CloudFront documentation. Generated by cloudfront (CloudFront) Request ID: z3IRy6tVt6jHObYE0Kwt_3dZpB7v51cJ_7dZo10ImTX4nM4fp8ClHQ== This Weight Loss Drug Reduces Heart Failure Risk Research reveals Zepbound might transform heart failure treatment in people with obesity, cutting hospitalization rates and improving life quality A weight loss medication is showing remarkable promise in treating one of America's most serious ...

Clinical Management and Transplant Considerations in Pediatric Pulmonary Hypertension Due to Left Heart Disease: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

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causes of lung disease :: Article Creator Sign Of Fatal Disease That Shows On Fingers As NHS Warns 'see GP' The sign may show in your fingers (Image: Getty) If you look at your fingers and notice they look 'oddly' shaped, and you have other symptoms that you could be brushing off as 'normal', you may need to see a GP. A charity, Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) say that "rounded and swollen fingertips (clubbed fingers)" could be a sign of a fatal disease. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a condition in which the lungs become scarred and breathing becomes increasingly difficult. The charity stresses that as well as the sign which may appear in your fingers, you may also have a cough which can be "can be intermittent or persistent and usually gets worse over time." "Coughing can be an extremely difficult and debilitating symptom to cope with," they warn. Because of this, peo...

A roadmap for therapeutic discovery in pulmonary hypertension associated with left heart failure. A scientific statement of the Heart Failure Association (HFA) of the ESC and the ESC Working Group on Pulmonary Circulation & Right Ventricular Function

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hypertension who :: Article Creator Hypertension News Feb. 12, 2025 — South Asian adults in the United Kingdom may face high blood pressure-related heart risks earlier in life, while East Asian adults see risks rise in later years, according to a new ... Aug. 14, 2024 — People 60 and older with untreated high blood pressure may have an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease compared to both people who have been or are being treated for high blood pressure as ... Aug. 6, 2024 — Doctors recommend making fruits and vegetables a foundational part of the treatment of patients with hypertension. Diets high in fruits and vegetables are found to lower blood pressure, reduce ... Aug. 1, 2024 — High blood pressure affects about 45% of U.S. Adults. In the 1970s, only about 50% of patients were aware of their hypertension. Today, 54% are aware of their high blood pressure, 40% are actively ... Aug. 1, 2024 — Researchers have discovered a li...

Atrial Fibrillation Treatment & Management

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pulmonary edema with congestive heart failure :: Article Creator Pulmonary Edema Pulmonary edema causes accumulation of fluid in the lungs leading to shortness of breath and coughing of blood. Although it is commonly caused due to congestive heart failure, there might be other reasons that increase your risk of suffering from this lung condition. Our expert Dr Manisha Mendiratta,Consultant Respiratory Medicine, Saroj Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi lends some significant inputs on this topic. Causes Pulmonary oedema is the abnormal build-up of fluid in the air sacs of the lungs because of disorders such as – Congestive heart failure Kidney failure Major injury Lung damage (caused mainly by infection or poisonous gas) Exposure to high altitudes Here are 10 common types of heart disease you should know about. Risk Factors Dr Manisha explains, 'Patients suffering from heart problems or heart failure are at ...