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Top 7 Lessons about Heart Disease to Learn Before You Hit 30

The medical word u201cheart diseaseu201d defines various kinds of conditions of the heart. Globally, the kind of heart disease that affects the population most commonly is the Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), which can result to a cardiac arrest. Source: https://www.genuinedrugs123.com/Blog-182-Top-7-lessons-about-heart-disease-to-learn-before-you-hit-30.aspx

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Top 7 Lessons about Heart Disease to Learn Before You Hit 30

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  1. Top 7 Lessons about Heart Disease to Learn Before You Hit 30 The medical word “heart disease” defines various kinds of conditions of the heart. Globally, the kind of heart disease that affects the population most commonly is the Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), which can result to a cardiac arrest.  Usually, any kind of cardiac condition is serious but there are ways by which you can decrease your chances of getting affected with a cardiac disease. The ways that can be followed are- modifications in your lifestyle, and medicines depending on the case.

  2. How do I know if my heart is OK? • Your treating cardiologist will prescribe an electrocardiogram (ECG) if he wants to record the heart’s electrical movements. With the help of an ECG your cardiologist will get a clear understanding of what is going on in the various chambers of your heart and will be able to identify the problems (if any) regarding the rate and rhythm of your heart.  You need not worry about an ECG as it is completely painless, non-invasive test which will take very less time to do.

  3. What is the main cause of heart disease? • There are various contributing factors that result in a cardiac disease among which the most common and major risk factors are- elevated levels of blood pressure, increased levels of cholesterol, and smoking. There are various other clinical conditions and life styles options that are responsible for increasing your chances of getting a cardiac disease are- Diabetes, Obesity (too much fatty person) and being overweight.

  4. Who is at most risk for heart disease? • Coronary Heart Disease widely affects the population who are 65 years of age or older & the major reason for their demise among others. While both the genders can suffer a cardiac arrest in the mentioned age group, but females are at a larger risk of passing away than the males as early as within a couple of weeks.

  5. What are the first signs of a weak heart? • Below mentioned are some of the signs to look for- • Cardiac failure • Breathless or difficulty in breathing while doing any activity or lying down  • Tiredness or lack of strength  • Inflammation in the areas like legs, ankles and feet.  • Fast or unequal heartbeat.  • Decreased potentiality to work out.  • Constant cough or out of breath with mucus containing white or pink blood-tinge.  • Inflammation of the abdominal area

  6. How can I make my heart strong? • Get going.  Just like any other muscle heart is also a muscle which will be strengthened with the help of a perfect work out plan. You can follow the below mentioned steps and get a healthy heart-   • If you are a smoker then it is recommended to stop smoking though it can be difficult to do so.  • Shed off those extra fats and get into shape. Apart from diet modification and exercise weight loss involves other healthy lifestyle choices.   • Include more heart healthy foods in your diet plan • Get those chocolaty doses as suitable • Stop overeating • Manage your stress levels

  7. How do I know if I have heart problems or anxiety? Your doctor will be the most appropriate and reliable person to determine whether you are suffering from or is at a risk of getting a cardiac problem or anxiety.  Your levels of stress, anxiety and health of heart can be assessed and diagnosed perfectly by your treating health care professional only.

  8. What are the 4 types of heart disease? • Below mentioned are the four main kinds of cardiac disease- • Coronary Heart Disease- this happens when there is a reduction or blockage in the flow of the blood (oxygen rich) to your heart.  • Strokes and TIAs – Stroke is immediate stopping of supply of blood in the brain for a longer duration. A TIA (transient ischaemic attack) is termed as a mini-stroke. Its occurrence happens for a very less span of time but nonetheless it is like a stroke only. Main reason is the blood reaching to the brain organ is for a shorter time only.  • Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) - this happens when there is a blockage or narrowing of the blood vessels that carry blood to the legs from the heart.  • Aortic Disease- this is a kind of cardiac disease affecting the valves of the heart. This happens when the valves of the heart do not function properly.

  9. Source: https://www.genuinedrugs123.com/Blog-182-Top-7-lessons-about-heart-disease-to-learn-before-you-hit-30.aspx

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