Heart Attack



When a person suffers from a heart attack, it means that for some reason the blood flow is blocked and oxygen does not reach the heart.

This can cause us damage in the heart and even death, is why it is very important to be alert to a possible heart attack and all the symptoms that appear before it happens, those minutes we can win could save life or of a loved one.

Sudden chest pain: There comes a sudden severe chest pain, many patients who have suffered heart attack describe it as if they feel a strong tightness in the chest, as if someone pressed hard that area. The pain is very strong as sudden, usually in the heart area or in the center of the chest. This happens only few minutes before a heart attack, but it is a very strange pain that will be easy to recognize because you have not felt before unless you have already suffered from a heart attack.

Perspiration: Sweat and perspire is a natural reaction, appears excessive heat or performing any physical exercise. But before a heart attack, abnormal sweating, cold sweats Unexplained and sudden and unjustified way, the skin is moistened and cooled presented. This is because the arteries become clogged. These symptoms reveal an apparent heart problem days may appear before a heart attack, that is why if we start them is very important to see the doctor as soon as possible could save your life.

Indigestion, nausea and vomiting: Before a heart attack, many people often experience upset stomach or indigestion; especially in the elderly is common indigestion or any digestive problems. Even severe stomach indigestion can be confused with a heart attack. If a person, who does not suffer from digestive problems, has suddenly indigestion, nausea and vomiting; it may be a sign of a previous heart attack. It is best to see a doctor quickly to rule out any heart problems.

Sudden pain in the left arm and other parts: This is perhaps the best known symptom before a heart attack. Specialists in heart disease known as “referred pain”. You should know that pain before a heart attack can travel to different parts of the body; while it is true the left arm is the most common and well known, is not the only area where you can travel this pain; You can also get on the shoulder, throat, jaw, back teeth and abdomen. If you feel a sudden and unjustified pain in some of these body parts mentioned, it is likely that in just minutes suffers a heart attack, immediate medical attention is recommended.


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