Dr. Kazziha discussing management of pulmonary embolus Dr. Kazziha discussing management of pulmonary embolus
SINDHU KOSHY, M.D., F.A.C.C
Dr. Kazziha Talks about COVID's Impact on the Heart FOX 2 - As doctors learn more about the impact of coronavirus, one thing that's emerged is the impact it has on an infected person’s heart. "(It) increases the potential for having a heart attack or for having what we call myocarditis or inflammation of the heart," said Dr. Samer Kazziha. "We know that patients who are older in age who have pre-existing cardiovascular disease, will be higher risk for having some…
The Link Between Your Heart Health And Oral Health Bad breath, bleeding when you floss and swollen gums are some of the most common signs of poor oral hygiene. But as it turns out, oral hygiene conditions such as inflamed gums and gingivitis (a gum disease that causes inflammation) could be linked to your heart health as well. How so? Inflammation is your body’s natural response to injury or illness. For those living with heart conditions such as coronary artery disease, bodily…
The latest on COVID-19 and how it affects the heart After two years, long-term effects come into focus. When the COVID-19 pandemic began, it was initially believed the disease was one that primarily affected the respiratory system. However, it didn’t take long until it became clear that COVID-19 reach went beyond the lungs and could cause symptoms throughout the body, including the cardiovascular system. According to Dr. Samer kazziha, Henry Ford Health System cardiologist and chief of cardiovascular services…
As doctors learn more about the impact of coronavirus, one thing that's emerged is the impact it has on an infected person’s heart. "(It) increases the potential for having a heart attack or for having what we call myocarditis or inflammation of the heart," said Dr. Samer Kazziha. Research shows that certain categories of people are more prone to having heart issues after contracting COVID-19. "We know that patients who are older in age who have pre-existing cardiovascular disease,…
Shoveling snow is bad for your heart
Shoveling snow is bad for your heart