“Signs and Symptoms of Heart Muscle Weakness: What You Need to Know”

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

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Heart muscle weakness is a life-threatening disease, because the sufferer suffers from difficulty in pumping oxygen-laden blood from his heart to the rest of his body.

For early detection of heart muscle weakness, it is necessary to pay attention to a group of symptoms, which “The Consulto” reviews in the following lines, according to “WebMD”.

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Signs of myocardial insufficiency

1- Chest pain

You should beware of chest pain, as it may indicate a weakening of the heart muscle, especially if the patient also suffers from breathing and approach difficulties.

2- Left arm pain

It is necessary to go to the doctor, if you feel pain in the left arm frequently, because it is likely to be an indication of a weak heart muscle.

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3- Dizziness

Dizziness becomes a sure sign of heart muscle weakness if the patient also has other symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath.

4- Throat pain

It is known that throat pain is a common symptom of colds and influenza, but it also reveals a weak heart muscle, if its effect extends to the jaw, and is accompanied by pressure in the chest.

5- Snoring while sleeping

If a family member tells you that you snore loudly while sleeping, you should see a doctor immediately, because snoring is a sign that you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, which, if left untreated, can lead to a heart attack.

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