If you’re experiencing chest pain, it’s always a good idea to have a cardiologist evaluate you. Visit us at Heart of Dixie Cardiology for a comprehensive exam to find the cause of your chest pain. In some cases, chest pain is related to serious heart problems that require urgent attention.
Heart-related chest pain is typically caused by plaque buildup in the arteries of the heart, which restricts blood. This buildup usually takes many years to develop to the point that it restricts blood flow down the arteries. When exertion places an increased demand on the heart, the decreased flow of blood and oxygen to the muscle of the heart causes pain and discomfort. This discomfort can range from a pressure or tightness to heaviness. If you are experiencing chest pain, call Heart of Dixie Cardiology now to make an appointment to be evaluated.
Risk factors of chest pain include the following:
High cholesterol
Diabetes or insulin resistance
High blood pressure
Family history of heart disease
Smoking
Obesity
Prevention of heart disease and chest pain can be accomplished by:
If you’re experiencing intermittent chest pains, please contact Heart of Dixie Cardiology to schedule an appointment at one of our locations so we can evaluate you. We can help you determine if your chest pain is related to your heart and what treatments would benefit you. If you are experiencing severe, constant chest pain symptoms, seek emergency medical attention by calling 911 or going to the nearest emergency room.
If you’re experiencing chest pain, we offer a variety of in-office diagnostic tests to help determine if your pain is related to a heart condition. Some of these diagnostic tests include an electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, and stress testing. Some stress tests involve walking on a treadmill, but others involve medication for those who are unable to walk on a treadmill. Call us for an evaluation today.
Chest pain is treated differently depending on the cause of your chest pain. Some treatments may include the following:
If you’re experiencing chest pain, be sure to come see us at Heart of Dixie Cardiology as soon as possible. While not all chest pain may be severe, it could still indicate a heart-related problem. Contact Heart of Dixie Cardiology to schedule an appointment today!
Heart of Dixie Cardiology is a specialty subset of the Revere Health group. We have over a dozen cardiology providers throughout our locations to give you the specialized heart care that you deserve.
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