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High cholesterol can feel like something that’s out of your control, especially if it runs in your family. However, even people with genetic conditions such as familial hypercholesterolemia can improve their cholesterol levels with healthy lifestyle habits.  While some people require medications to manage cholesterol, lifestyle changes remain the foundation...

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) affects 5 million Americans and is the most common type of arrhythmia in the United States. While some people only experience mild symptoms, or none at all, AFib can increase the risk of serious health complications when left untreated. At Cardiology Specialists of Orange County in Newport...

Aching, cramping, or tired legs may seem like a normal part of aging or spending too much time on your feet, but these symptoms can also point to varicose veins. While not always a serious health issue, varicose veins can affect circulation and cause ongoing discomfort. At Cardiology Specialists of...

If you have leg pain, swelling, or visible veins, you may have an underlying circulation problem. A venous ultrasound is a noninvasive imaging test that evaluates blood flow through your veins and helps diagnose conditions such as varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), and blood clots. The cardiovascular experts at...

Persistent chest pain isn’t something to ignore. While the discomfort isn’t always life-threatening, it’s one of the tell-tale signs of heart trouble.  When should you see a cardiologist for persistent chest pain? The cardiovascular experts at Cardiology Specialists of Orange County in Santa Ana, Newport Beach, and Irvine, California, explain...

A pacemaker can give your life back, reducing symptoms like dizziness and fatigue and helping you get back to the activities you enjoy. But having a pacemaker isn’t a one and done fix. It requires ongoing medical monitoring. At Cardiology Specialists of Orange County, our cardiovascular specialists provide comprehensive follow-up...

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, but how we monitor and manage it is rapidly evolving. Advances in digital health technology have made remote patient monitoring (RPM) a powerful tool in modern cardiology, transforming care and making it more personal, proactive, and accessible. Instead of relying solely...

You can’t feel it happening, but high blood pressure quietly damages your blood vessels, heart, and other vital organs. Left untreated, it significantly increases your risk of serious complications like stroke, heart attack, or heart conditions like an abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia). But you can manage and even prevent high blood...

You’re well aware that heart disease is the No. 1 killer in the United States among adult women and men of most races and ethnicities. So when your heart starts to skip beats, flutter, or flop, naturally you’re concerned. Heart palpitations are common arrhythmias that usually don’t indicate that anything...

A stress test is a diagnostic tool that forces your heart to work harder, which may help diagnose a heart condition that isn't visible while you are at rest. By using physical exercise or medication to increase your heart rate, your cardiologist can see exactly how well your heart pumps...