Cardiologist Warns Silent Heart Disease Can Trigger Heart Attacks, Urges Early Detection
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Updated · The Hans India · Nov 10
Cardiologist Warns Silent Heart Disease Can Trigger Heart Attacks, Urges Early Detection
2 articles · Updated · The Hans India · Nov 10
Summary
Apollo Hospitals cardiologist Dr Manoj Kumar Agarwala said heart disease can go undetected for years, with mild signs later escalating into heart attacks or strokes.
Symptoms often missed include unexplained fatigue, breathlessness, dizziness, palpitations, chest discomfort, excessive sweating and pain spreading to the arms, back, neck or jaw.
High blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, smoking, inactivity, poor diet, chronic stress and inadequate sleep can gradually damage the heart and blood vessels.
Dr Agarwala urged regular checks of blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol—especially for people with a family history—and advised exercise, healthier diets, weight control, no tobacco and limited alcohol.
During suspected heart attacks, he said time is critical and people should seek emergency care immediately rather than wait or self-medicate.