Cardiologist in India

1.         Is heart disease is less common in women?               No. In fact more women die because of cardiovascular diseases           (Heart attack & Stroke) than men. Cancer of uterus, breast, ovary etc. is perceived on major health problem for women which is actually 1/8 th of the total cardiovascular mortality in them. Initial manifestation of Heart disease is generally 10 years later then men. 2.         Why Heart disease a common in women?            Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity, and sedentary habits are more prevalent in postmenopausal women then men. Diabetes is a stronger risk factor for Heart attack in women. Presence of Diabetes neutralizes the protective effect of premenopausal  status of younger women. 3.       ...