Dr. Paul Friedman answers the question: 'Heart Block versus Artery Blockage?' — -- Question: I have been diagnosed with heart block. How does this differ from blockage in one of my arteries?

First-degree heart block is the mildest type and often requires no treatment. Third-degree heart block is the most severe and often needs a pacemaker to regulate the heartbeat. Many different causes ...

Dr. Jeremy London is a heart surgeon and a heart attack survivor. He operates on diseased hearts, but like many people, he ignored his own symptoms of a coronary artery blockage until it became an ...

Heart blockage doesn’t always cause pain only in the chest. Sometimes, the pain can spread or radiate to other parts of the upper body. Common areas include the jaw (especially the lower left side), ...

The number of cases of heart blockage is increasing day by day. Blood is pumped to the heart through the coronary artery. This problem occurs when cholesterol builds up in it, preventing proper blood ...

Some heart issues can be asymptomatic. Unexplained and recent burping, especially after physical exertion, can indicate a ...

Know early heart attack warning signs, silent symptoms, risk factors and when to seek emergency care, explained by a ...