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Heart Attack

A Heart Attack is generally caused by a blockade of plaque inside the coronary arteries that are responsible for supplying blood and oxygen to the heart. Both heart attacks and unstable anginas are caused  by the reduction of oxygen flow to the heart. These conditions may occur multiple times within minutes of the first ones. Heart failure is a ranking of the state of the efficiency of the heart function, while heart attacks and myocardial infarction are instantaneous anomalies that can prove to be fatal if not treated quickly.

What is Myocardial infarction?  Myocardial infarction is the term used in the medical vernacular to describe a heart attack. It is caused by the formation of a clot in a coronary artery which stops the flow of blood to the heart muscles. Basically, Myocardial infarction is a proper name for the condition of a heart attack. Today, the nomenclature has become somewhat specific. The term Myocardial infarction is now used to describe a range of heart disorders that are captioned; STEMI (ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction). In these conditions, complete blockade of the arteries occurs. In other types of heart attacks, only partial blockade occurs. Myocardial infarction is actually a type of an acute coronary syndrome and does not result in a second attack. 

Your heart is an extremely crucial and sensitive body organ that requires a constant care and efficient body machinery to support its function. Any irregularity, sudden or gradual, may cause the heart to dysfunction. This dysfunction may be fatal, if not treated promptly.  

Symptoms of a Heart Attack

The symptoms of a heart attack are much more distinctive when compared to heart failure. Heart attack symptoms include: a seizing pain in the chest region that later radiates to the arms, neck, jaws and even the back, anxiety, short breath and more.  If you are not in an emergent situation, learn more about signs, symptoms and prevention at Are You At Risk for a Heart Attack? 

Treatment for Heart Attack

Treatment for a Heart Attack is usually immediate surgery to help ensure continuous flow of blood to the heart muscles. Recovery for people who have a heart attack is typically quicker with the aid of proper medication and a prescribed diet when compared to those who have heart failure. Learn more about Treatment for Heart Attack.

You may also want to learn about options for Atherosclerosis of the Aorta, Carotid Artery Blockage, and Aortic Aneurism in  Cardiovascular Diseases.

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Heart Failure

Heart failure is a term used to describe the impaired heart condition that either gradually or suddenly brings a decline in the efficient pumping ability of the heart. Learn more about Heart Failure.

Heart Attack Prevention

Heart Attack Prevention means that you know your risk and take steps to prevent a heart attack with healthy lifestyle habits. Learn Heart Attack Prevention Tips!

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