Topic Index - Cardiovascular Diseases

Detailed information on the most common types cardiovascular diseases, including symptoms, prevention, diagnostic, implantable cardioverter defibrillators, ICDs, and treatment information

Cardiac Sarcoma

Cardiac sarcoma is a rare type of cancerous tumor that occurs in the heart.

Hiatal Hernia

In a hiatal hernia, part of your stomach pushes up into an opening (the hiatus) in your diaphragm. Learn more about this condition, including cause, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Rheumatic Heart Disease

Rheumatic heart disease is a condition where the heart valves have been permanently damaged by rheumatic fever.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a liver disease that is easily spread from person to person. Hepatitis is a inflammation of the liver that sometimes causes lasting damage. Hepatitis A is a cause of hepatitis.

Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are swollen and irritated veins or blood vessels in and around your anus and lower rectum. This happens when there is extra pressure on these veins.

Helicobacter Pylori

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that infects your stomach. Learn more about this infection, including cause, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Peripheral Vascular Disease

Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder caused by narrowing, blockage, or spasms in a blood vessel.

Gastritis

Gastritis is inflammation of your stomach lining. Learn what can cause it, make it worse, and how to care for yourself.