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Dr. Ilma Mahamadali Vahora, MD is an internist in Schaumburg, IL specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine). She graduated from Sardar Patel University in 2018 and has 8 years of experience. Dr. Ilma Mahamadali Vahora, MD is affiliated with Duly Health and Care and DUPAGE MEDICAL GROUP LTD.
Heart Attack
A heart attack is a serious medical event that happens when the blood supplying oxygen to the heart is cut off, usually because of a blockage in an artery. This results in damage or death of part of the heart muscle. The heart can heal, but like any part of the body that was injured it leaves a scar. This scar tissue does not contract effectively, so the ability of the heart to pump is lowered after a heart attack.
A heart attack, sometimes called a myocardial infarction, can happen without warning. However there are certain factors that raise the risk of heart attack. Some of these are:
Heart attacks typically feel like pain or pressure in the chest that can radiate out to the back, arm, or jaw. Some other symptoms can include fatigue or weakness, shortness of breath, sweating, and nausea.
Treatment aims to increase blood flow to the heart muscle by opening up blocked blood vessels. Medications are sometimes used to dissolve clots in the arteries. Aspirin and other medications such as Plavix can thin the blood and make clots less likely to form. Dilators can widen blood vessels to make room for more blood to flow. Doctors can also use a procedure called catheterization to look at the blood vessels around the heart directly, place stents, or widen vessels using angioplasty. In extreme cases bypass surgery can be used to help blood flow better. After recovery, it is important to lead a healthy lifestyle and take any prescribed medications in order to protect the heart.
Dr. Ilma Mahamadali Vahora, MD graduated from Sardar Patel University in 2018. She completed residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Sardar Patel University (2018)
Residency: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (2024)
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Ilma Mahamadali Vahora, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Ilma Mahamadali Vahora, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 215 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ilma Mahamadali Vahora, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Schaumburg, IL.
Dr. Vahora was so pleasant, and listened to me when I was struggling. She was very calm. It was my first visit and coming out as now my new PCP.
Dr. Ilma Vahora (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Gujarati and Hindi. Dr. Vahora's areas of expertise include diabetes, cancer, and hypertension (high blood pressure). She is affiliated with Duly Health and Care. She is a graduate of Sardar Patel University and a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center's residency program. Her patients gave her an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Doctor.com reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Schaumburg, IL.
