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Conduction disorders may be caused by structural problems in the heart or other medical conditions. Some people have a conduction disorder at birth, while others develop it later in life.

The types of circadian rhythm disorders are advanced or delayed sleep-wake phase disorder, irregular or non–24-hour sleep-wake rhythm disorder, and shift work or jet lag disorder. The type you may have is based on your pattern of sleep and wakefulness.

Risk factors for DIC include infection, injury, lifestyle habits, and other medical conditions.

Your doctor will diagnose DIC based on your medical history, a physical exam, and tests. Your doctor will also look for the cause of DIC, because it does not occur on its own.

It may be possible for your doctor to diagnose the type of vasculitis that you have and how severe or advanced it is. Depending on your signs and symptoms, your doctor may recommend you to a specialist for tests or do diagnostic tests or procedures.

After you are diagnosed with vasculitis, it is important to follow your treatment plan. Your doctor may recommend additional follow-up care and medicines to avoid complications. If vasculitis responds to treatment, it may go into remission.

Signs and symptoms of Marfan syndrome depend on which parts of the body are affected and the severity of the condition. Some people have few or no signs or symptoms, while others experience severe symptoms or life-threatening complications.

El médico diagnostica la aterosclerosis con base en sus antecedentes médicos y familiares, un examen médico y los resultados de una o más pruebas como prueba de sangre, electrocardiograma (ECG), radiografía de tórax, índice tobillo- brazo, ecocardiografía, tomografía computarizada (CT), prueba de esfuerzo y angiografía.

Después de un ataque cardíaco, usted necesitará tratamiento para la enfermedad coronaria con el fin de prevenir otro ataque. Su médico puede recomendarle cambios en el estilo de vida, medicamentos y un programa de rehabilitación cardíaca.

Ciertas características, enfermedades o hábitos pueden elevar el riesgo de tener enfermedad coronaria. Los principales factores de riesgo incluyen concentraciones poco saludables de colesterol en la sangre, presión arterial alta, fumar, resistencia a la insulina, diabetes, sobrepeso u obesidad, síndrome metabólico, falta de actividad física, alimentación poco saludable, edad avanzada y antecedentes familiares de enfermedad coronaria de aparición temprana.