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How to care for your heart during COVID: for people with and without heart conditions
Everyone, regardless of if they have an existing heart condition or not, should be taking care of their heart's health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr Ahsan offers his professional advice so that you know how to monitor how your heart is doing.
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My heart has an extra beat - is it serious? All you need to know about ventricular ectopic beats
Expert cardiologist Dr Syed Ahsan discusses ventricular ectopic beats (extra heartbeats), a condition in which the heart experiences extra beats; how they can be spotted; and exactly when it's time to see a specialist.
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POTS may seem like a strange name for a medical condition, but it is no laughing matter. Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome affects the patient’s heart and causes tiredness, light-headedness and even mood disorders. But what exactly is POTS? Renowned cardiologist Dr Syed Ahsan explains
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What are the most common heart rhythm disorders?
Leading consultant cardiologist, Dr Syed Ahsan talks about the most common types of heart rhythm disorders, and explains the possible treatment options.
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Leading consultant cardiologist, Dr Syed Ahsan explains the causes, symptoms, and treatments of atrial fibrillation, and the lifestyle changes you can make to avoid the risk of developing the disease.
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Simple methods for treating supraventricular tachycardia
Expert cardiologist, Dr Syed Ahsan explains how supraventricular tachycardia can be treated, and explains some home remedies to stop attacks.
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Atrial fibrillation: how knowing your regular pulse can save your life
Leading consultant cardiologist, Dr Syed Ahsan specialises in heart rhythm disorders, performs catheter ablation procedures for atrial fibrillation, and is the lead clinician for AF at Bart’s Heart Centre. Here he explains how recognising the signs of atrial fibrillation can save your life.
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