Complete Women’s Cardiac Health in Sugar Land, TX

Women often overlook symptoms of cardiac problems or minimize them. However, the truth is that ignoring symptoms and not taking control of your diet, lifestyle, and health can further increase your risk of heart disease and other dangerous heart conditions. If you have a high-risk level for cardiac problems, you must take a proactive, preventative approach to managing your health.

At Reddy Cardiology, Dr. Reddy and Dr. Khan offer comprehensive cardiac screenings and diagnostic testing that can help you understand and manage your risk level for heart issues. Our holistic, preventive women’s wellness programs are carefully designed to provide complete women’s cardiac health in Sugar Land, TX, to reduce your risk of heart disease and other concerns. Call now to schedule a consultation.

Symptoms of Cardiac Problems in Women

The best way to take control of your heart health is to fully understand the heart conditions you may be at risk for, as well as the symptoms that allow you to recognize early warning signs of these conditions. The most common symptoms of cardiac issues in women are:

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing deeply
• Dizziness
• Chest pain or pressure
• Nausea and vomiting
• Weight loss
• Extreme fatigue
• Disorientation or confusion
• Memory problems
• Trouble concentrating
• Personality changes or mood swings
• Severe anxiety or depression
• Abdominal pain or bloating
• Swelling of the legs and/or feet
• A blue or purple tinge to the fingernails
• Red or mottled skin on the arms, chest, or legs
• Unexplained sweating or difficulty regulating temperature
• Frequent coughing or wheezing that won’t go away
• Indigestion or heartburn
• A fluttering feeling in the chest

Signs of Cardiac Arrest in Women

The signs of a heart attack in women may be different from those in men. If you or a loved one experience any of these symptoms, go to the closest hospital or emergency room right away:

• Chest pain, especially if it feels like pressure, tightness, or squeezing
• Pain that radiates from the chest to the arm, neck, jaw, or back
• Severe or worsening back pain
• Indigestion such as heartburn or acid reflux
• Tightness or fullness in the throat
• Sudden and severe anxiety or depression
• Sudden or worsening shortness of breath, wheezing, gasping for air, or coughing
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, or loss of consciousness
• Confusion or disorientation
• Aggressive mood changes
• Heart palpitations or a rapid or irregular heartbeat
• Nausea or vomiting
• Sudden fatigue or weakness
• Cold sweat
• Trouble speaking

Common Cardiac Arrest Causes in Women

Cardiac arrest, or a heart attack, can be caused by an underlying health condition or heart problem, overexertion, severe illness or infectious disease, an electrolyte imbalance or malnutrition, damage or trauma to the heart, severe respiratory distress, side effects of prescription or illegal drugs, or as the result of poisoning or exposure to toxins. The most common health conditions that cause cardiac arrest or heart failure in women are:

• Abnormal heart rhythms
• Congenital heart conditions
• Coronary artery disease
• Dilated cardiomyopathy
• Heart muscle issues
• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
• Infectious diseases
• Scarring of the heart tissue

Risk Factors for Heart Disease in Women

You may have a higher risk of developing a heart condition or heart disease due to family history, certain health issues, and certain diet and lifestyle factors. The most common risk factors for heart disease in women are:

• A family history of cardiac problems, heart attack, or abnormal heart rhythms
• A personal history of previous heart attacks
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• High blood sugar
• Obesity
• Smoking or nicotine use
• Depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues
• Diabetes
• Autoimmune diseases
• Inflammatory diseases
• A sedentary lifestyle
• Chronic stress
• Complicated pregnancy
• Menopause
• A history of illegal drug use or alcohol or substance overuse

Holistic, Proactive Treatment for Heart-Related Conditions

In order to improve your health and reduce your risk of a cardiac issue, it’s important to work with a team of specialists, including your primary care physician, a dietitian or nutritionist, and a cardiac health specialist. Work with professionals who have experience diagnosing and treating women’s heart issues and taking preventative measures to improve women’s heart health. Dr. Reddy and Dr. Khan take a holistic, proactive approach to treating, managing, and preventing heart-related conditions in women. Our goal is to fully understand your risk factors for heart disease, help you make key diet and lifestyle changes to improve your heart health and reduce your risk, and explore medications and interventional cardiology procedures that can prevent cardiac disease or cardiac arrest.

Women’s Heart Conditions We Treat

We provide women with the information, tools, and resources they need to take control of their health and reduce their risk of heart-related conditions. We use advanced cardiology diagnostic techniques and heart health screenings to design a treatment program that combines lifestyle changes, dietary modification, physical activity, stress management, medication, and other interventional treatments to reduce your risk of heart problems and heart attack. We treat the following women’s heart-related conditions:

• Coronary artery disease
• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• Heart rhythm disorders
• Heart murmurs
• High cholesterol
• High blood pressure
• Valve-related disorders
• Varicose veins
• Vascular diseases

Schedule a Consultation With a Women’s Cardiac Health Specialist

Call us now or contact us online to schedule a consultation with a women’s cardiac health specialist in Sugar Land, TX. At Reddy Cardiology, Dr. Reddy, Dr. Khan, and our team of knowledgeable and experienced professionals offer a wide range of diagnostic testing and screening methods to assess your risk level for heart disease or heart attack. We can help you implement targeted, proactive changes in your life that can reduce your risk of heart problems and improve your overall health and quality of life.