The cardiovascular system is one of the most important components of the body. While we ourselves seem healthy, it seems to us that we can not pay attention to "minor troubles."
But even the most healthy-looking person can completely become ill for himself. If you are already not the first time something happens as described below, be sure to make an appointment with a cardiologist!
10. Sensation of heart failure
The most obvious sign that a person notices immediately. It can be manifested in sensations "the heart is beating like a steam locomotive, it is freezing", "the heart is not felt."
Not always, such sensations are caused precisely by cardiovascular diseases. Osteochondrosis, disorders in the endocrine system have similar symptoms. Much worse if interruptions signal the approach of myocardial infarction or coronary heart disease.
9. Rapid or too rare pulse
If heart function seems unstable, be sure to check your blood pressure. At the same time, modern electronic blood pressure monitors will also show the heart rate “pulse rate”.
If the pulse turns out to be less than 55 beats per minute or more often 100, this is an obvious sign of a disorder in the heart. If the device shows less than 40 or more than 120 beats per minute, immediately call the emergency team!
8. High blood pressure
Using a tonometer to measure your pulse, you also get information about your blood pressure. The standard of health is the ratio of "120/80" millimeters of mercury.
Too high blood pressure (over 140/90) can cause a hypertensive crisis and even a brain stroke. It may well be that the patient may not even have time to call for help, so it is better not to hesitate with high blood pressure.
7. Low pressure
If the tonometer shows a pressure below "90/60", this is a very alarming sign. Low blood pressure leads to insufficient supply of oxygen to the brain.
Low blood pressure can be caused by various reasons. But it is especially characteristic precisely for cardiovascular diseases. A lack of oxygen is fraught not only with fainting, but also with death.
Feel free to consult your doctors. Call an ambulance if necessary.
6. Pain in the chest
Pain in the chest can be caused by a variety of deviations in health. There are some signs that differ in pain caused precisely by heart disease:
- pain is felt in the center of the chest or slightly to the left of the sternum;
- pain is given to the jaw, to the neck, to the left arm or back;
- chest pain occurred immediately after hard work.
Take nitroglycerin first. Keep in mind that validol and its analogues in this case will not help. The nitroglycerin capsule, placed under the tongue, should work for several minutes.
If even after ten minutes the pain has not decreased and continues to be compressive or cutting, immediately call an ambulance.
5. Swelling of the legs
Toward evening, it may be observed that the legs are "tired" and "heavier." It becomes more difficult to walk, legs noticeably swell (swell). Usually this comes with age, and can talk about a variety of types of health problems. Varicose veins, overweight, endocrine disorders - all this can manifest itself in the form of swelling of the legs.
But much more often, such a disorder is a sign of disturbances in the cardiovascular system. Particularly alarming is the combination of leg swelling with high blood pressure. And if one of your relatives suffered from cardiovascular diseases, swelling of the legs is a good reason to see a doctor.
4. Shortness of breath and asthma attacks
At night, you can suddenly wake up from a disturbing sensation - as if there is not enough air, breathing is frequent and greedy as with hard work. This may indicate a malfunction of the heart. Try not to get up abruptly and try to measure pressure and heart rate.
It is always very useful to keep a tonometer on hand, and it’s better to have an automatic one that does not require intensive work with a “pear”, but pumps air into the cuff with a motor.
3. Loss of consciousness and fainting
Sudden and sharp weakness; dizziness, "darkens in the eyes." With reduced pressure, it may not “darken in the eyes,” but, on the contrary, “fall asleep with asterisks” and tingling sensation in the fingers.
This can be caused by diabetes. But these are also characteristic signs of problems in the work of the cardiovascular system. Sit down, calm down, catch your breath. If possible, try measuring pressure.
2. Change in complexion
Particularly alarming symptoms of a fainting condition are a discoloration of the face, nose and lips. A pale face and dark, "bluish" lip color indicate an acute lack of oxygen in the blood. Due to the characteristic signs of poisoning by similar poisons, it bears the characteristic name "cyanosis".
They can be caused not only by poisoning, but also by problems with the lungs or heart. A frequent manifestation of pallor or “cyanosis” usually indicates heart disease.
The first action will be the measurement of blood pressure. If possible, it is advisable to provide the patient with fresh, clean air - at least plant near the window. An ambulance call will also be very useful. Doctors not only measure blood pressure, but also determine blood sugar and oxygen levels.
1. Hereditary factor
Like other diseases, problems of the cardiovascular system are often inherited. It is especially unpleasant to feel this fact to a healthy, strong person “in the prime of life”.
If you suspect a heart problem, the cardiologist will certainly ask the patient if any of the relatives had similar problems. This is not idle curiosity, but is absolutely necessary for a correct diagnosis.