Tuesday , December 24 2024

What is a silent heart attack? Why is it dangerous?

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For the last few years, there have been reports of young people dying due to heart attacks. This happens due to silent heart attack. People of all ages are falling prey to it. it's very dangerous. Silent heart attack is also called silent myocardial infection. In this the person does not feel chest pain like cardiac arrest. Silent heart attack is very fatal. We are also going to tell you ways to avoid this.

Why is a silent heart attack dangerous?

There is no chance to survive a silent heart attack. There are no symptoms like heart attack nor is there any pain in the chest. But you may see other symptoms in this.

Why can't we recognize a silent heart attack?

According to experts, sometimes a person is unable to recognize pain due to problems in the nerves that transmit pain to the brain or spinal cord or due to psychological reasons. On the other hand, older people or patients suffering from diabetes may not feel pain due to autonomic neuropathy.

Symptoms of silent heart attack

Restlessness

stomach irritation

flu-like symptoms

indigestion, indigestion

chest or upper back pain

difficulty breathing

pain in the jaw, arm, or upper back

extreme fatigue

Who are at higher risk of silent heart attack?

1. People who are very obese have a higher risk than people with a BMI of 25 or higher.

2. People who do not do physical activities regularly.

3. High cholesterol level.

4. High blood pressure level.

5. Eating too much salt and unhealthy foods

6. High blood sugar.

7. Taking on too much stress

8. Tobacco or smoking.

9. Family history of heart disease, stroke or heart attack.

How to Prevent Silent Heart Attack?

Do regular physical activities,

enough sleep,

Stay away from smoking.

do not drink alcohol,

Eat a healthy balanced diet, eat more green vegetables,

Avoid red meat and fast food,

Manage stress.