IMPROVING HEALTH OF STEEMIANS #7- How To Recognize Heart Attack
My dear steemit friends,
in today edition of 'Improving heath of steemians' , we will discuss one of the most important health issue, Heart Attack. If you recognize the symptoms early, you will have better chances of survival, and that is why I decided to write this post.
What is a Heart attack?
A heart attack happens when the flow of blood to the heart is blocked, most often by a build-up of fat and cholesterol, which form a plaque in the coronary arteries. If blood flow isn’t restored quickly, the section of heart muscle begins to die, causing permanent damage.
Signs and Symptoms!
The symptoms of a heart attack can vary from person to person. Some people have no symptoms, while for others, the first sign may be sudden cardiac arrest. The most common signs and symptoms are:
Chest pain or discomfort usually in the center or the left side of the chest. It lasts for few minutes or goes away and comes back. It feels like 'elephant is sitting on your chest'.
Pain or aching sensation that that may spread to your neck, jaw or back
Shortness of breath
Breaking out in a cold sweat
Dizziness
Nausea
Extreme weakness
Rapid or irregular heartbeats
Action That Can Save Your Life: Call 9–1–1!
When you think that you have some of the signs and symptoms that are written above, call 911. The best time to treat a heart attack is within one to two hours of the first onset of symptoms. Emergency medical services staff can begin treatment when they arrive so don't hesitate to cal them because it will save your life.
How to Prevent Heart Attack?
Engage in physical activity
Stop smoking
Control blood pressure
Eat healthier
Do a regular blood tests
Reduce stress
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This advice is for general health and intended to supplement the information you receive from your treating doctor. It in no way replaces the advice of your doctor. Please see your doctor if you have specific concerns regarding your health.
Good advice !! calling 911 or a doctor or a family member could be life saver!! Article upvoted
Thank you,. Yeah, its the only way to save life, call 911
Another fantastic post @doctorcro. Thanks for continuing to post on very essential health issues that could help so very many. <3<3
Thank you, I am trying to help as much as I can
You are a great help. And a wonderful addition here on Steemit. Making people aware of health conditions is a wonderful thing. Your profession is a wonderous one.
Very helpful post, most of my relatives have heart problems so as my dad. It is in our family. Please keep posting health tips doc!
I'm glad that I can help you. I will keep posting :))
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Some similarity seems to be present here:
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-attack/symptoms-causes/syc-20373106
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Nice post. People need to know this
Nice work! You're doing great work, keep it up!