Dr. Leith Abdulla Cardiology

A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in caring for your heart. Dr. Leith Abdulla in Rockville and Olney, MD offers personalized service from both of his offices. He specializes in preventing heart disease but also in treating any heart conditions you may have.

You may be thinking about visiting a cardiologist for a variety of reasons. Your primary doctor may have made the suggestion and provided the referral you may need. You may know that you have a family history of heart issues and have decided to be proactive. 

Primary doctor suggestion

Your primary doctor likely knows you and your health better than anyone else. They take your vitals and do tests every year during your annual physical and if they suggest that you see a cardiologist, you should take it seriously. 

Family history

If your family has a history of heart ailments, it is important that not only should you be aware of it, but you should see a cardiologist. Making sure that you are proactive in trying to avoid suffering from the same conditions can save your life.

Symptoms of heart disease

If you have symptoms that may indicate that you have heart disease:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest pain 
  • Chest pain that moves down the arm
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Palpitations 
  • Rapid or racing heartbeat

These are just the most basic symptoms. Most people are aware of them, but it is essential to make sure that you are aware of all the symptoms that may indicate heart issues. The symptoms that women feel are often different from those of men. 

Gum disease

Gum disease can lead to serious heart issues. You need to see a periodontist and a cardiologist in Rockville and Olney, MD if you are suffering from this issue. 

High Cholesterol

If you have untreated high cholesterol, you are placing yourself at risk of heart disease. You should see your primary care doctor first to try to get the condition under control, but if that isn't working, you need to see a cardiologist to keep it from becoming a more serious issue. 

High blood pressure

High blood pressure doesn't present itself with any symptoms. It can do lots of damage without you even being aware. Having a cardiologist who can help you to get it down to normal levels and keep it there is essential to your continued health.  

If you have concerns about your heart and feel that a cardiologist in Rockville and Olney, MD is someone that you need to visit, Dr. Abdulla is accepting new patients. Call his office in Olney, MD, at (301) 774-5260, or at his office in Rockville, MD, at (301) 881-5858 to make an appointment.

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