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Heart Health Blog

15 plain-English articles on heart tests, emergencies, prevention, procedures and heart conditions — written by Dr. Kamalakar Kosaraju, Interventional Cardiologist, Guntur.

Dr. Kamalakar Heart Centre banner — 'What Causes Heart Blockages? Risk Factors You Should Know' — a coronary artery shown progressing from a healthy artery to fatty deposits to a blocked artery, with common risk-factor icons (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, obesity, lack of physical activity, unhealthy diet, stress, family history) and the tagline 'Know the risks. Protect your heart.'
Heart Conditions

What Causes Heart Blockages? Risk Factors You Should Know

Heart blockages build up silently over years. Learn the major risk factors behind coronary artery disease — cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, smoking and more — plus the warning signs, how blockages are detected, and how to protect your heart.

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Gentle walking exercise after open heart surgery — an older man walking slowly along a garden path outside a hospital
Prevention & Lifestyle

Cardiac Rehab Exercises After Open Heart Surgery

Safe, gentle cardiac rehabilitation exercises after open heart surgery — walking, ankle pumps, seated marching, deep breathing, sit-to-stand and stationary cycling — plus the safety rules and warning signs every patient should know.

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Dr. Kamalakar Heart Centre banner — 'Diabetes & Heart Disease: Why the Risk Is Higher' — a doctor checking an older patient's blood sugar with a glucometer
Heart Conditions

Diabetes and Heart Disease: Why the Risk Is Higher

Diabetes roughly doubles the risk of heart disease and stroke. Learn how high blood sugar damages arteries, why blood pressure and cholesterol matter just as much, the warning signs of heart failure, and how people with diabetes can protect their heart.

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Medical Emergency — Know the right steps. Act quickly. Save lives. Recognize, Respond, Get Help.
Heart Attack & Emergency

What Should You Do During a Medical Emergency?

Learn what to do during a medical emergency — recognise heart attack symptoms, understand safe medicine use, and know when and how to start CPR until help arrives.

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Heart Treatment in Guntur — Dr. Kamalakar Heart Centre at Life Hospital, offering expert care, compassionate treatment and advanced technology.
Heart Care in Guntur

Heart Treatment in Guntur: Trusted Care by Dr. Kamalakar

Get trusted and affordable heart treatment in Guntur from Dr. Kamalakar Kosaraju — consultations, diagnostic tests, angioplasty, pacemaker care and emergency cardiac treatment.

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Angiography: Procedure, Preparation, Risks & Recovery Guide — Best Angiography in Guntur, Dr. Kamalakar Heart Centre.
Procedures & Treatment

Angiography: Procedure, Preparation, Risks & Recovery Guide

Learn about the angiography procedure, preparation, risks and recovery. Consult Dr. Kamalakar Kosaraju for budget-friendly angiography treatment in Guntur at Kamalakar Heart Centre.

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Procedures & Treatment

Coronary Angioplasty and Stent Insertion: Procedure, Benefits, Risks and Recovery

Learn about coronary angioplasty and stent insertion — the procedure, benefits, risks and recovery. Consult Dr. Kamalakar Kosaraju for angioplasty treatment in Guntur at Kamalakar Heart Centre.

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Best Food Habits for a Healthy Heart — banner from Dr. Kamalakar Heart Centre with whole foods, fish, nuts and greens.
Prevention & Lifestyle

Best Food Habits for a Healthy Heart

What to eat — and what to avoid — for a healthy heart, plus the foods that help recovery after heart surgery or stent placement. Practical guidance from Kamalakar Heart Centre, Guntur.

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ECG vs 2D Echo vs TMT — Which Heart Test Do You Need? Banner with Dr. Kamalakar Heart Centre branding.
Heart Tests Explained

ECG vs 2D Echo vs TMT — Which Heart Test Do You Need?

Learn which heart test is right for you — ECG, 2D Echo or TMT. Expert guidance from Dr. Kamalakar Kosaraju, the best cardiology doctor in Guntur, at Kamalakar Heart Centre.

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Heart Conditions

What Is Heart Failure? Signs, Treatment, and Living Well

Heart failure doesn't mean your heart stops. Learn the early warning signs, causes, treatment options, and how patients in India can manage heart failure effectively.

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Prevention & Lifestyle

High Cholesterol in India – Diet, Risks, and How to Manage It

The ICMR-INDIAB study found 81.2% of Indians have some form of dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol). Learn about Indian-specific risk factors, foods to avoid, a heart-healthy Indian diet plan, and when to get tested.

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Prevention & Lifestyle

How Summer Heat Affects Your Heart – Tips from a Guntur Cardiologist

Summer heat strains your heart through dehydration and blood pressure changes. Learn how to protect your heart during Indian summers with expert tips.

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Heart Attack & Emergency

7 Warning Signs of Heart Attack You Should Never Ignore

7 warning signs of a heart attack every Indian should know — chest pain, breathlessness, jaw pain and more. Learn what they mean and when to act fast.

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Heart Care in Guntur

Dr. Kamalakar Kosaraju – Best Cardiologist in Guntur

Dr. Kamalakar Kosaraju is a trusted cardiologist in Guntur with 11+ years of experience in angiogram, angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, ECG, and 2D Echo.

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Heart Care in Guntur

Best Heart Specialist in Guntur – How to Choose the Right Doctor?

Heart diseases are rising rapidly in India. This guide helps you identify the best heart specialist in Guntur, understand what to look for in a cardiologist, and make an informed decision for your heart health.

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