“W omen Are Not Small Men” was authored by a cardiologist that indicated women rarely get treated as individuals, especially when it comes to their cardiac health. Women should pay special attention to how they feel when exerting themselves. Heavy exertions such as shoveling snow, moving furniture, gardening as well as many other strong physical activities can bring on symptoms.

Women often experience shortness of breath, unusual fatigue, or pressure lower down in the chest mistaken for a stomach ailment or digestive complaints. Frequently sleep disturbances, back pain, indigestion, heartburn, gas, bloating and sometimes anxiety can indicate cardiac problems.

When cardiac symptoms worsen, these symptoms will show up with less and less exertion and can even appear during rest. It is well documented that women can get a heart attack up to six weeks following these exertion-related symptoms.

The typical time for a woman to have a heart attack is about 10 years after menopause. That’s around age 60. the really awful statistic is two-thirds of the women who have their first heart attack die suddenly.

Once again it is important to know if you get any symptoms that show up after exertion. Heart disease accounts for more than 50 percent of all deaths in the United States and more than 50 billion dollars per year in medical expenses. It is the leading cause of death in the USA and it is one of the most preventable degenerative diseases that we currently face.

Nutrients to decrease homocysteine levels, including B6, B12, folic acid, betaine HCL, red beet root, Vitamin C and E, Co-Q10, omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids and hawthorne berries, should be taken to help nutrients specific for heart and vascular function. Exercise and diet also plays a strong role in a healthy heart.

We would like to thank our communities for their continued support for the annual “Giving Tree.” the recipient again for this year was the Iliff Head start. a special thank-you to our local churches and members of our community that were so generous with their donations. Thanks again.

God bless you all and all of our troops. Yours in good health!

I wonder where I could contact Michael Moore as I, unlike he, am living proof that everything which he alleges is true.

I`d love to get into Guantanamo if I could. at least the situation there has been documented and admitted. they can now deal with it.

But I`m living with lockjaw and/or rabies and hating it; and when I complained to the London anesthesiologist that I wanted him to evaluate any and all spinal infections following on from a dog bite, he threatened me with psychiatric referral if I persisted.

He also failed to take responsbiility for after-effects of a spinal tap which was conducted by way of local anesthetic and referred to the distressing symptoms as `having need of a patch`.

The cardiologist didn`t have the decency to do an angioplasty and/or administer anticoagulants; and when one considers that the lives of Judy Garland and possibily Mama Cass, Sylvia Plath and others were shortened as a result of UK medical stubborness, the whole thing unspools.

Micheal Moore creates fictious movies and then labels them "documentaries." What a bunch of liberal crap.

Michael Moore did not use British health care in his movie. He was speaking of American health system.

And the above answerer is correct. He creates "docudramas" that are loosely based on reality with a huge helping of Michael Moore's idiocy.

He used to live in Flint, Michigan, I'm sure if you search for him you will find an address/email to send your story too.

I think you have proved your point. Your doctor should provide the psychiatric referral as rabies/lockjaw related angioplasty is often caused by neural damage to the cerebral cortex. You are right on the money with regards to Judy, Mama and Sylvia though and mind altering drugs would have helped alleviate the psychotic behaviors that all of you are experiencing.

Stay the course and have your way.

I think you need Psychiatric refferal – you sound very confused.

Posted on: Wednesday, 9 February 2011, 11:51 CST

SEATTLE, Feb. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Hoping for that special heart filled with candy this month? That’s not the only heart women should be thinking about during February, American Heart Month.

Heart disease was once thought of as a man’s disease, but no more. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women over 20, according to the American Heart Association. Heart disease kills more women each year than the next four causes of death combined, including all forms of cancer.

“One of the biggest problems is that often women don’t first think ‘heart attack’ when they experience symptoms like tightness in the chest, fatigue, sleep disturbances, breathing difficulty and feelings of indigestion,” explained Humera Ali, MD, cardiologist with The Polyclinic in Seattle. “They may blame it on stress or their stomach.”

Compounding this problem is that according to a study by the National Institutes of Health, fewer than 30% of women report having chest pain prior to their heart attack, so they may not realize they’re having a heart attack and less likely than men to seek immediate help.

Many of the risk factors for heart disease are the same in both men and women, according to the National Institutes of Health – conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, overweight, physical inactivity, smoking and having a family history of heart disease. however, women have some unique risk factors.

“Women are more likely to get heart disease after menopause, in part because their body’s production of estrogen drops,” said Dr. Ali. “This changes our body’s overall metabolism including that of cholesterol, thus raising our risk.”

In the medical community, women’s heart issues have historically been less likely to be recognized, more likely to be blamed on stress or other conditions. This is changing but needs to filter down to the women of our community so they themselves stop delaying seeking attention as new symptoms develop.

Lifestyle changes can help in the prevention of heart disease and also improve other conditions. Reduce risk through:

Nutritious diet – Eat fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, whole grains, and healthy oils – especially foods high in Omega 3 fatty acids. Minimize refined sugars, sodium, and saturated fats. The American Heart Association has some healthy and delicious heart-health recipes here.

Exercise – not just for weight management, but to get your blood circulating, build muscles, and get oxygen through your system. You’ll benefit from greater flexibility and stamina too, plus exercise helps reduce stress. The American Heart Association suggests exercising at least 30 minutes a day, five times a week; but you’ll also experience benefits even if you divide your time into two or three segments of 10 -15 minutes per day.

Stress management – Stress doesn’t just impact your mind, it impacts your body – from headaches and depression to sleep disturbances and dependence on alcohol or drugs. Long term stress can also have adverse effects on your heart. Meditation and relaxation breathing exercises can help diminish the physical sensations of stress, and changes in lifestyle – something as simple as getting organized – can help alleviate some of the causes of stress. Shifting your outlook and attitude through self-talk can change your perception over time as well.

Quit smoking – Smokers have a higher risk of developing many chronic disorders, including atherosclerosis — the buildup of fatty substances in the arteries — which can lead to coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke.

Monitor and manage conditions that could increase your risk, like blood pressure, cholesterol level, and diabetes. if your doctor prescribes medication, be faithful about taking it when and how often it’s been prescribed.

Call the doctor or go to the emergency room with new onset of chest pain, pressure, tightness, heaviness, shortness of breath on exertion or change in exercise tolerance because of limiting fatigue. Not-so-obvious symptoms may include feelings of indigestion with exertion, or pass out spells.

About The Polyclinic

The Polyclinic is made up of more than 160 physicians, including internal medicine, family medicine, OB/GYN, pediatrics, and 23 additional medical and surgical specialties. since its inception in 1917, The Polyclinic’s mission has been to promote the health of its patients through high-quality, comprehensive and personalized care. For more information, visit polyclinic.com.

SOURCE The Polyclinic

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