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Dr. Geoffrey L. Rosenthal, MD is a pediatrician in Charlottesville, VA specializing in general pediatrics, pediatric cardiology and adult cardiology. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1992 and has 32 years of experience. Dr. Geoffrey L. Rosenthal, MD is affiliated with UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA PHYSICIANS GROUP.
1204 W. Main Street 6th Floor
Charlottesville, VA 22903
1215 Lee Street
Charlottesville, VA 22903
629 Cedar Creek Grade Suite B
Winchester, VA 22601
Anemia
Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.
An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.
Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Geoffrey L. Rosenthal, MD graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1992. He has a state license in Maryland.
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (1992)
Licensed In: Maryland
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Dr. Geoffrey Rosenthal's specialties are adult cardiology, pediatric cardiology, and general pediatrics. He practices in Charlottesville, VA and Winchester, VA. In his practice, he is particularly interested in peripheral artery disease (PAD), anemia, and congenital heart disease. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Rosenthal is not accepting new patients. He studied medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.