Cardiologist Dr. Elzo Mattar warns for a few signs of women’s heart attack
Cardiovascular disease is the main cause of death between women in Brazil and all over the world. However, many still believe that heart problems affect men more, which can lead to late diagnosis and increased female mortality from a heart attack. The reason for this is, in part, in the differences in the symptoms presented by women in relation to men, which makes it difficult to identify the problem.
The symptoms of infarction are different for women!
The cardiologist Elzo Mattar He explains that while men often have intense and irradiated thoracic pain, women can have thinner symptoms. “They often report extreme tiredness, lack of breath, dizziness, nausea and back pain or back pain. These signs are less associated with the infarction, so many end up ignoring them or treating it as something that passes”, warns the expert.
According to studies, up to 50% of women suffering from a heart attack do not have a pain in the classic chest. Instead, they can experience excessive fatigue, sudden cold sweat, sense of indigestion, nausea, palpitations and chest pressure. This atypical manifestation helps many to take medical assistance. “Many times, they think they are only tired or with some digestive problems, such as reflux. This delay in the search for care can be fatal, because time is a crucial factor to avoid serious sequences or even death,” says Mattar.
Asking for help is essential
Cultural and social factors also influence the delay to seek help. Many women give priority to family care and minimize their symptoms. Furthermore, the lack of information on the specific signs of women’s infarction contributes to this delay. “Awareness is essential. Women must understand that the heart attack also affects them and that the signs can be different from men. A healthcare profession should quickly evaluate any unusual or persistent symptoms,” he says.
Lifestyle is a determining factor in women’s cardiovascular health. Balanced foods, regular physical activity, stress control, monitoring of blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as periodic consultations to the cardiologist, are essential measures to prevent heart problems. “Cardiac health care should be constant. Especially after menopause, when estrogen levels decrease and the cardiovascular risk increases,” concludes Mattar.
Source: Terra
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