Cardiovascular Conditions

Atherosclerosis occurs when fatty deposits called plaques build up inside artery walls, narrowing the vessels and restricting blood flow. Over time, this can lead to heart attacks, strokes, or peripheral artery disease depending on which arteries are affected.

Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of irregular heartbeat, where the heart's upper chambers beat chaotically and out of sync with the lower chambers. This increases the risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart failure.

Hypertension is a chronic condition where blood pressure in the arteries remains persistently elevated, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. It is often called the 'silent killer' because it rarely causes noticeable symptoms until significant damage has occurred.

Heart failure is a progressive condition in which the heart muscle becomes too weak or stiff to pump blood efficiently, causing fluid to back up in the lungs, abdomen, and extremities. It does not mean the heart has stopped but rather that it cannot meet the body's needs.