Don't ignore these signs of heart disease in men

Heart disease are very common in adults and older people. Being inactive, whether you’re a man or a woman, can make you more likely to have a heart attack or stroke, as can having high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, high blood sugar levels, smoking, and being under a lot of stress. Not only that, but someone with a history of heart problems in their family may also have them in the near future. This is why it is important to take care of your health and not ignore the signs of heart problems.

In India, where heart problems like heart failure, coronary heart disease, angina, and arrhythmia are common, heart disease is one of the leading causes of death. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Bipeenchandra Bhamre, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon at Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai, talked about some important signs and symptoms of heart disease that men shouldn’t ignore. These are the red flags that men should recognise at the right time and get medical help for right away:

1. Chest discomfort: It means something is wrong with your heart. Some people feel that there is a pushing and burning sensation in their chests. Particularly after walking or doing some work. Chest discomfort can indicate coronary artery disease in some men. It is better to consult the doctor and then only start with the treatment.

2. Nausea, indigestion and abdominal pain: in some patients, abdominal pain is a symptom of heart disease.

3. Pain in the arm: Did you know? When the pain spreads from the chest toward the left arm, it is known as a heart attack. Numbness and weakness can also be seen in the left shoulder and arm.

4. Feeling dizzy or lightheaded: If the heart is unable to pump blood to the brain and other parts, one can feel dizzy or even lightheaded. This happens due to the lack of oxygen when there is no required amount of blood flow in the body. Light-headedness and dizziness can be associated with heart arrhythmia and even cardiomyopathy.

5. Heart pain or angina is the central chest pain radiating to the left shoulder or throat pain. This happens after walking or doing other activities.

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Do not be afraid to tell your doctor if you feel pain or discomfort after walking. This will help your doctor find out more and give you the right treatment. Dr. Bipeenchandra Bhamre said, “If you want to avoid heart disease, you must work out every day, eat a well-balanced diet, avoid stress, and stay at your ideal weight. To take the best care of your heart, try to live a healthy life. Every six months, as your doctor tells you, get a checkup on your heart health. Also, smoke less to keep your heart healthy. It’s better to do what the doctor says and get regular health checks and follow-ups.”