Heart Diseases

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle, most commonly triggered by viral infections. Often cited as a leading cause of “sudden death in young people,” this condition can range from a mild illness with vague symptoms to life-threatening heart failure. In this comprehensive guide, I explain what myocarditis is, its symptoms, causes, and the treatment journey. What is Myocarditis? # Myocarditis is the inflammation of the myocardium, the thick muscular layer of the heart wall. This inflammation can cause heart muscle cells (myocytes) to become damaged or die. Damage to the heart muscle can weaken the heart’s ability to pump blood and disrupt its electrical system, leading to irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias).

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common heart rhythm disorder worldwide and increases stroke risk by 5 times. Characterized by irregular and rapid contractions of the heart’s upper chambers (atria), this condition can be successfully managed with early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll discuss what AFib is, how to recognize it, risk factors, and current treatment approaches. What is Atrial Fibrillation? # Atrial fibrillation is a condition where the heart’s upper chambers (atria) exhibit irregular and usually very rapid (300-600 beats per minute) electrical activity. These chaotic electrical signals are transmitted irregularly to the lower chambers (ventricles), resulting in an irregular and often rapid heartbeat.

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. High cholesterol is one of the most important risk factors for cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes. This condition, which often threatens vascular health for years without symptoms, can be successfully controlled with early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll discuss what cholesterol is, why it matters, risk factors, and effective management strategies. What is Cholesterol? # Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell of our body. Despite its bad reputation, it’s actually essential for life:

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. Heart valve diseases occur when one or more of the heart’s four valves don’t function properly. Valves can become narrowed (stenosis), fail to close completely (regurgitation), or both. With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, the vast majority of patients can continue their normal lives. In this article, I’ll discuss the types of heart valve diseases, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and current treatment options in detail. Heart Valves and Their Functions # The heart consists of four chambers (two atria, two ventricles) and four valves. Valves act as one-way gates that ensure blood flows in one direction:

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. A heart attack is a serious, life-threatening condition that occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people worldwide experience heart attacks, and many of these could have been prevented with early detection and proper intervention. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll explain what a heart attack is, how to recognize the warning signs, and the life-saving steps you should take in an emergency. What is a Heart Attack? # A heart attack, medically known as myocardial infarction, occurs when one or more of the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle becomes blocked. Our heart is a muscular pump that continuously works to circulate blood throughout our body, and like any other muscle, it requires a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients to function properly. This supply comes through the coronary arteries.

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. Hypertension is one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide and a leading cause of serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure. It’s called the “silent killer” because it can cause organ damage over years without any noticeable symptoms. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll discuss what hypertension is, how to recognize it, the risk factors involved, and effective treatment approaches. What is Hypertension? # Hypertension is a condition where blood pressure consistently remains above normal levels. Blood pressure is the force that blood exerts on the walls of arteries as the heart pumps it through the body. This pressure is expressed as two values: