In order not miss the moment of timely recourse, it is important to know the basic symptoms of heart disease, which include:
- sensations of pain and discomfort in the chest;
- chest pain, radiating under the left shoulder or arm;
- disruptions in heart rhythm.
When you have one of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
You can get professional advice of the cardiologist on issues:
- diagnosis and treatment of coronary heart disease and other cardiac pathology;
- diagnosis and treatment of hypertension and hypertension;
- analysis of ultrasound study of the heart and blood vessels;
- electrocardiography (ECG);
- laboratory tests (blood chemistry).
Electrocardiography (ECG): what it is and for which you need?
Electrocardiogram, or ECG, is a method of investigation of the heart through a graphical record of its electrical potential. Cardiology so far relies on this method as one of the most informative.
Indications for ECG:
1. Availability in the life of the patient's risk factors:
- Smoking;
- Age 40 and older;
- Transferred serious infectious disease;
- Increased blood cholesterol levels;
- Hypertension;
- Pregnancy.
2. The deterioration of overall health in the presence of heart disease. In particular, the occurrence of dyspnea or arrhythmia - warning signs.
3. The presence of diseases, which can cause complications of the cardiovascular system.
4. In preparing for surgical intervention.
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Cardiology examines all aspects of the functioning of the heart and blood vessels. The main objectives of cardiology - is a timely diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, rehabilitation of cardiac patients, as well as the development of effective preventive measures. 
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