Is Sleeping on left side bad for heart?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Chandra P

General Practitioner

MBBS
5+ Yrs

Consult Now

No ,sleeping on your left side, specifically, could help the flow of blood to your heart. When your heart pumps blood out to your body, it getsside.culated and then flows back to your heart on the right side

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

Find a Cardiologist

Answered 04/07/2025

More Cardiology Health Queries

View all

I'm trying to make sense of my recent test results and I'm a bit worried. It mentioned "borderline t abnormalities" and "inferior leads," with something about "tSt elevation" possibly being part of a normal repolarization pattern. I'm diabetic, and these terms have me a little on edge. Could you shed some light on what all this means and if it's something I should be concerned about?

diagnosis is inferior wall myocardial infarction, immediate cardiologist intervention is required.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I've been having trouble breathing for the past 10 days and there's also this chest pain that's got me worried. On top of that, it feels like my throat is having these weird palpitations. What could be going on here?

reduce your stress

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

My father had bypass surgery 20 years ago and now the doctor is recommending a CAG because they said his heart is at 30% working. He's 60 now is it safe for him to go through this procedure at his age?

kindly share report

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

Heart disease

Understanding Your Heart Rate: The Basics

Know about the heart rate, what it is, accurate measurement, causes, symptoms, hidden culprits and management of heart rate.

Cholesterol

Understanding Cholesterol: Your Guide to Good vs. Bad and Heart Health

Know about the cholesterol, source of cholesterol, types of cholesterol, causes and dangers of high cholesterol and what to do beyond the lifestyle changes.

General Medical Consultation

Heart Exercises for a Healthy Heart

know why exercise is important for heart health, best heart-healthy exercises, how to do it and benefits for the same. Learn how to manage a healthy heart.

High Blood Pressure

Blood Pressure and Heart Health Relationship

Learn the vital link between blood pressure and heart health. Understand how high blood pressure can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke, and how to manage it for a healthier life.

Diet for Cholesterol

How to Reduce Cholesterol In Blood?

How to reduce cholesterol in blood: Discover practical steps involving diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes to lower your blood cholesterol levels and improve cardiovascular health.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.