Heart

About the Heart

The heart is the main organ of the cardiovascular system and is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body. It supplies organs and tissues with oxygen and nutrients while helping remove metabolic waste products.

Normal heart function is essential for overall health. Structural problems, disturbances in its electrical activity, or reduced blood flow can significantly affect quality of life and increase the risk of serious complications.

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Common Heart Conditions

The most common conditions affecting the heart include:

• Carotid artery atherosclerosis.
• Cardiac conduction disorders.
• Heart rhythm disorders.
• Congenital heart disease in children.
• Acute myocardial infarction.

These conditions may affect the structure of the heart, its electrical system, or the blood supply to the heart muscle.

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Common Symptoms

Heart conditions may cause a range of symptoms, including:

• Pain or pressure in the chest.
• Shortness of breath during physical activity or at rest.
• A rapid, irregular, or pounding heartbeat.
• Dizziness or fainting.
• Persistent tiredness.
• Swelling in the legs or ankles.

Some heart conditions may remain unnoticed for a long time and only be detected during a medical examination.

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Diagnosing Heart Conditions

The diagnostic assessment may include:

• A cardiology consultation and a review of your medical history.
• An electrocardiogram (ECG).
• Cardiac ultrasound.
• An ECG Holter monitor or ambulatory blood pressure monitor.
• Other specialized tests, when appropriate.

Early assessment can help identify cardiovascular risk and prevent serious complications.

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When to Consult a Doctor

You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Severe chest pain.
• Sudden shortness of breath.
• Fainting.
• A very irregular heartbeat.
• Sudden weakness or neurological symptoms.

Even milder symptoms require specialist assessment if they recur or become progressively worse.

If you have heart-related symptoms or cardiovascular risk factors, you can consult the specialists at Klinika Kajo for a comprehensive assessment and an individualized treatment plan.

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