what is heart block - #18147
Doctor, my father has recently been diagnosed with heart block, and we are trying to understand what that means for his heart health. He has a history of high blood pressure and mild heart disease, but this recent diagnosis really threw us off. From what I understand, heart block is a condition where the electrical signals in the heart are delayed or blocked, which can lead to abnormal heart rhythms or even complete stoppage of the heart. The doctors said he has a second-degree heart block, and they’ve suggested he might need a pacemaker in the future. I’m concerned about what this means for his long-term health. He is 67 years old, and although he’s relatively healthy otherwise, I’m worried about the progression of heart block and how it could affect his quality of life. I’ve heard that Ayurveda looks at heart disease from a holistic perspective, and I’m curious if there are natural treatments that can support heart health and help with heart block. Could heart block be caused by an imbalance in the Vata or Pitta doshas, which control the flow of energy and heat in the body? Are there any Ayurvedic herbs or therapies that help with circulation and heart rhythm? I’ve heard that Arjuna, Guggul, and Triphala are helpful for heart health—would they be beneficial in his case? I also wonder if his diet could be affecting his heart health. He tends to eat a lot of salty and oily foods. Should he change his diet to reduce Kapha buildup, and would certain foods like garlic, turmeric, and ginger help with circulation and heart function? We want to avoid invasive procedures if possible and would like to explore natural treatments first. Please share your insights on how Ayurveda can help manage heart block and improve his heart health.
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