Beware of Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack

Beware of Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack

Hello friend Hermina Bitung, Heart attack is one of the highest causes of death worldwide, according to WHO data for 2016. The lack of knowledge of the general public about coronary heart disease also contributes to delays in medical treatment for patients with CHD (heart disease). coroners). A heart attack can occur at any time, so Hermina's best friend has started to maintain a healthy lifestyle while also being supported by good lifestyle factors such as not smoking and reducing the consumption of junk food.

 

Exercise can prevent heart attacks

Exercise can prevent heart attacks, because according to the American Heart Association it advises adults to exercise at least 150 per week and avoid sitting too long. All types of exercise that are done regularly are the best way to prevent heart disease. Exercise doesn't need to be strenuous, just walk briskly or walk around the house for half an hour a day.

 

The impact of not exercising on heart health

Friends of Hermina, please note that heart health problems are associated with a lack of regular exercise. A sedentary lifestyle has consistently been one of the top five risk factors for heart disease. Other risk factors that play a role include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking and obesity. People who have low levels of physical fitness also experience higher rates of cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and death.

 

Heart Attack Symptoms

Friends of Hermina need to know what are the symptoms of a heart attack. Here are some of the most common symptoms of a heart attack.

 

  1. Pain in the chest
  2. Discomfort in the upper body, such as the shoulders, neck and jaw
  3. Hard to breath
  4. Other symptoms that may occur include:
  5. Out cold sweat
  6. Feeling unusually tired for no reason, sometimes for days (especially for women)
  7. Nausea (abdominal pain) and vomiting
  8. Normal dizziness or sudden lightheadedness
  9. Prevention of heart disease

 

After knowing the symptoms of a heart attack, it would be nice for Hermina's friends to prevent heart disease. There are various ways to prevent heart disease that can be done, including:

  1. Adopting a healthy lifestyle by reducing high cholesterol foods and doing regular exercise.
  2. Quit smoking.
  3. Reducing alcohol consumption.

If Hermina Bitung's friend has heart disease, you can consult dr. Randy, SpJP at Hermina Bitung Hospital

 

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