Many of the symptoms tend to be common to both sexes, but women may not show all the signs of a heart attack.
Acute myocardial infarction is the leading cause of death in Brazil. According to the Ministry of Health, it is estimated that there are between 300,000 and 400,000 cases in the country every year. Furthermore, one death occurs every 5-7 cases. This is why it is so important to pay attention to the signals given by the heart.
However, initial symptoms can vary from person to person, especially between genders. “But, in most cases, it begins with a strong pain in the chest, which can radiate to the neck or left arm. This pain can be accompanied by shortness of breath and intense sweating,” explains Dr. Bruna Miliosse, cardiologist at the Icarai Hospital.
Different heart attack symptoms between men and women
In some cases, the clinical presentation in women may be less typical, the expert points out. This is because they may only present with shortness of breath, malaise, sweating or less intense pain.
“This is why it is important to ask for help as soon as the person starts to feel unwell, so that the doctor can adequately evaluate the condition in time to take the necessary measures for each condition,” he warns.
Bruna reiterates that going to the nearest emergency room is extremely important during a heart attack. After all, this can change the evolution of the disease.
Prevention
However, just as important as quick help is prevention. To prevent a heart attack it is necessary to avoid pre-existing diseases that increase the risk of it occurring. This is the case, for example, of high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, obesity and high cholesterol.
“Some habits, such as smoking, also increase this risk. Therefore, people with these diseases or habits are more likely to have a heart attack than others,” warns the cardiologist.
In addition, the doctor also recommends other essential health care. That is, adopting a healthy diet, avoiding excess fat and salt, as well as adopting an exercise routine and a balanced lifestyle. In this way it is possible to prevent cardiac episodes such as heart attacks.
Source: Terra
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