Swollen ankles and legs far from normal: Cardiologist lists signs of heart diseases in women

Burkhard Sievers is a cardiologist and expert in gender medicine in Remscheid. He explains why doctors often mistreat women.

If you are pregnant and feel that your feet, hands, or face feel more swollen than normal, you are not alone! Swelling in pregnancy is a common discomfort and, in most cases, is completely normal. But, why does it happen and how can you relieve it? Why does swelling occur in pregnancy? During pregnancy, your body retains more fluids to help the baby grow. In addition, increased blood volume and hormonal changes can cause blood vessels to dilate,…

Swollen ankles and legs far from normal: Cardiologist lists signs of heart diseases in women

New Delhi: Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women worldwide, yet its symptoms are often overlooked or mistaken for less serious conditions. Unlike men, who commonly experience crushing chest pain, women often present with subtler, atypical symptoms that can go unrecognized. Understanding these warning signs is crucial for early detection and treatment. Dr Bhushan Bari, Consultant Cardiologist, Ruby Hall Clinic, in interaction with…

UHN addressing care gap in women’s heart health

Elana Trainoff didn’t think it was possible to have a heart attack at age 40. That is, until she was rushed to the hospital with shortness of breath and chest pain. Doctors discovered she had a STEMI – one of the most fatal types of heart attacks. She had total blockage in one artery; two others were 65 per cent blocked. She was taken into emergency surgery. “I had this instinctive feeling that something was seriously wrong,” says Elana, now 50,…