Written by Nahir Abdel Nabi Saturday, October 21, 2023 11:00 PM
The heart muscle is one of the most important body muscles It is the most vital muscle in the body, pumping oxygen and nutrients to all organs and tissues to keep you alive, but if something is wrong with the heart, it can take years to diagnose the problem.
According to what the British newspaper Daily Mail reported, symptoms can be vague and many heart diseases are “hidden” – meaning they are not obvious from the outside. Cindy Godard, senior cardiac nurse at the British Heart Foundation (BHF), warns that it is often Only when something goes wrong, or too late, is the condition discovered.
“That’s why it’s important to never ignore signs of heart disease and get yourself checked, just to be sure,” she says.
While some warning signs, such as severe chest pain, are easy to spot, others are more subtle and difficult to identify.
Here, experts share some of the less obvious symptoms of heart disease.
-Feeling unusually tired
“While it’s normal to feel tired if you’re very busy or lack sleep, unusual fatigue should be investigated, especially if it’s not related to exertion.”
It could be due to something like anemia, a virus, or even mental health related. It’s also possible that it’s related to your heart, so it’s important to get it investigated.
Look for mild discomfort in different areas of the body, including discomfort or pain in the jaw, neck, back, or stomach, which can be related to a heart problem.
-Unusual swelling
“You may have noticed that your ankles look particularly swollen, or perhaps it’s your general abdominal area that is constantly swollen for no apparent reason. Unexplained swelling, known as edema, in the legs, ankles, or abdomen may also be signs of heart failure.”
-Vomiting and a feeling of suffocation
Sudden vomiting or a choking sensation in your throat is also something to be wary of. Although every bout of nausea doesn’t mean something serious is likely to happen, feeling sick coupled with other aches and pains, such as severe chest pain, should sound the alarm.
It could be due to a stomach bug, but if you’re experiencing sudden bouts of vomiting and nausea on a regular basis and you’re not sure why, don’t delay in getting things checked out.
-fainting
If you feel faint suddenly, this is a big indicator that something has gone awry. If fainting or any other symptoms become a problem, consult your healthcare provider and make an appointment with a doctor.
-shortness of breath
Anyone who experiences shortness of breath during daily activities or at rest should see their doctor. This is especially the case if it is accompanied by chest pain, even if it does not seem particularly severe.
Mild chest discomfort should always be checked, but some people mistake it for indigestion or muscle pain.”
-Unusual sweating
Feeling hot, clammy and intense sweating should not be ignored when you are not doing strenuous exercise. If this is accompanied by chest pain, it is important to get yourself checked.
-Arrhythmia
Smartwatches and fitness trackers can provide valuable data about heart rate and may detect irregularities to some extent. They can help track general trends in heart rate, especially during physical activity or rest.
2023-10-21 20:00:00
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