Associate Professor from Memorial Service Hospital, Department of Cardiology. Dr. Kahraman Coşansu gave information about possible symptoms of heart diseases. As the winter months approach, with the cold weather, blood pressure changes, high heart rate and narrowing of the veins can be seen, especially in individuals over 60 years old and people with heart diseases. This situation can increase the load of the heart and increase the risk of all heart diseases, especially heart attack.
Stating that the most important symptoms of heart diseases are chest pain, shortness of breath, sweating or nausea, Coşansu said, “In order to minimize the risk of heart diseases, those with chronic diseases should use their medications as recommended by their doctors, stay physically active, apply a Mediterranean type diet plan, avoid smoking. He needs to stay away from it and limit his caffeine consumption.” said.
Caution if you have diabetes, blood pressure or cholesterol
Stating that the time spent indoors and inactive during the cold days of autumn and winter also increases, Coşansu said, “This situation negatively affects individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and people over a certain age. In this period, there is an increase in sudden heart attacks that can cause life-threatening risks. Heart conditions do not always present with clear signs of disease.” he said.
Mentioning that some heart symptoms may not be in the chest, Coşansu said, “During a heart attack, there is not always an alarming chest pain and then falling to the ground, as we see in movies. If a person is over 60 years old, has a family history of heart disease, is overweight, has diabetes, high cholesterol or high blood pressure, they should be more careful about the heart.” used the phrases.
Coşansu listed the important symptoms of the disorder as follows:
chest discomfort
Chest pain with pinching or burning sensations, often lasting more than a few minutes, that patients sometimes describe as "like an elephant sitting on me" can be a sign of a heart attack. But if it's just a momentary, very brief ache, or a spot that hurts more when touched, it probably isn't a sign of heart disease. However, if the person is experiencing this type of pain, he or she should be examined by a specialist physician for correct diagnosis and treatment. Because sometimes atypical pains can be confused with heart pain.
nausea, indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain
Some people have these symptoms during a heart attack. Of course, stomach upset can also occur for many reasons unrelated to the heart. However, it should be noted that this can also happen during a heart attack. If the person feels this way and has a family history of heart disease, they may be at risk. For this reason, it is necessary to consult a doctor as soon as possible without neglecting the complaints.
pain radiating to the arm
Another classic heart attack symptom is pain radiating to the left side of the body, mostly the arm. Heart attack pain usually starts from the chest and moves outward. However, these pains can sometimes be just arm pain.
Dizziness and feeling faint
Discomforts such as fainting, dizziness or loss of balance can be caused by many reasons. However, if the person suddenly feels unstable, has chest discomfort or shortness of breath, this may also be a sign of a heart attack, and a doctor should be consulted immediately.
Throat or jaw pain
Generally, throat or jaw pain alone is not considered a heart-related pain. Most likely these are pain caused by a muscle problem, a cold, or a sinus problem. However, if there is pain or pressure radiating from the middle of the chest to the throat or jaw, this could be a sign of a heart attack.
get tired quickly
A person may be at risk for a heart attack if they suddenly feel tired or exhausted after doing a job they had no trouble doing in the past, such as climbing stairs or carrying things from the car.
Sweating
A cold sweat for no apparent reason can indicate a heart attack. If this happens along with any of the other symptoms, it would be appropriate to go to the hospital right away.
Swelling in the legs, feet or ankles
These complaints may be a sign that the heart is not pumping blood as effectively as it should. When the heart cannot pump enough blood, swelling may occur, especially in the lower parts of the body.
Irregular heart beat
When a person is nervous or excited, it is normal for the heart to beat fast or be abnormal for a moment. However, if it is felt that the heart beats abnormally for more than a few seconds and this happens frequently, a doctor should be consulted. This is often caused by consuming too much caffeine or not getting enough sleep. Sometimes, however, it can also indicate rhythm problems that require treatment.
Shortness of breath
Unexplained shortness of breath, which may be caused by a serious underlying problem, should never be ignored. Especially new and rapidly developed dyspnea must be taken into account.
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