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Roswell, GA

Posting early because I have a dental appointment in the AM.

Doctor Sanjay Gupta, Cardiologist at York Cardiology, Explains Left Bundle Branch Block.

The first thing to say is that Left bundle branch block refers to abnormal electrics and not abnormal plumbing. A lot of people hear the word block and assume that they have heart artery blockages, and this is an incorrect assumption. LBBB is an electrical issue, not a heart artery issue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eS87BBQQAkI

July 20, 2025
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What is Left Bundle Branch Block (LBBB) and how does it differ from arterial blockages?

LBBB is an electrical conduction issue in the heart, not a blockage of the arteries. While the term "block" might sound alarming, it's important to understand that this condition affects how electrical signals move through the heart's Show Full Answer

What is Left Bundle Branch Block (LBBB) and how does it differ from arterial blockages?

LBBB is an electrical conduction issue in the heart, not a blockage of the arteries. While the term "block" might sound alarming, it's important to understand that this condition affects how electrical signals move through the heart's conduction system, specifically in the left bundle branch, rather than indicating any physical blockage in the heart's blood vessels. Unlike arterial blockages that require treatments like stents or bypass surgery, LBBB is managed differently since it's related to the heart's electrical system. Treatment approaches may include monitoring the condition and, in some cases, considering devices like pacemakers if the electrical disruption significantly affects heart function.

July 20, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Yes, thank you Caryn. I have LBBB. The more I can learn about it the better.

July 22, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I agree with you about Dr Gupta of York. Very easy to follow.

July 21, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Yes I also take Cholesterol meds for a bundle branch my Cholesterol levels are and always have been on the lower side..

July 23, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

@A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member Thank you for posting this, was very beneficial.

July 20, 2025

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