In cardiology, we often encounter two different situations.
People with significant risk factors who feel nothing, and people who experienced symptoms but attributed them to tiredness or waited for them to pass.
The World Heart Federation’s message for World Heart Day this year is “Don’t Miss a Beat”. To me, its meaning is very specific: do not ignore a new or persistent symptom, and do not wait for symptoms before thinking about prevention.
Blood pressure, cholesterol and blood glucose can remain elevated for a long time without warning us. Smoking, physical inactivity and diet gradually add their own risks.
If it has been a while since your last assessment, or something has changed in your daily life, World Heart Day is a good reminder.
New, severe or persistent chest pain or pressure, sudden severe shortness of breath or fainting require immediate help: call 112 or 166. Do not wait for a scheduled appointment.
The information is general and is not a substitute for medical evaluation. Do not change your treatment without instructions. For urgent symptoms call 112 or 166.
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