Every 34 seconds, someone in the United States has a heart attack. This statistic is startling, so Medi-Rents and Sales has critical information about heart disease, heart attacks, and heart problems. All of these conditions are present in the United States because of various reasons, including poor health. There are warning signs to all of these heart conditions and today we are focusing on what to look for.
Heart condition warning signs:
Heart Disease– Heart disease captures a multitude of heart conditions that you may have. From heart arrhythmias to dilated cardiomyopathy there are many different warning signs of each disease. The main components to look for with heart disease of any type are the following:
- Shortness of breath
- Racing heartbeat
- Fluttering heartbeat
- Chest pain
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Changes in your heart rhythm
Heart Attack– Also known as myocardial infarction, a heart attack can be debilitating and sometimes fatal. There are preventative measures that can be taken to lower your risk for a heart attack including: eating healthier, eating more fruits and vegetables, exercising, and drink less alcohol. There are also several warning signs for a heart attack, if any of these are present call 9-1-1 immediately. These are just a few of the warning signs:
- Chest discomfort
- Pain in your upper extremities
- Light headedness
- Nausea
- Sweating
Cardiac arrest– Cardiac arrest is another serious heart problem that over 500,000 Americans suffered from in 2013. Cardiac arrest occurs quickly and without warning, so if someone you know is experiencing this, contact 9-1-1 immediately. The American Heart Association has important information about cardiac arrest.
From the bottom of our heart, Medi-Rents and Sales wants you to know the warning signs of all heart conditions. We hope you never experience a heart attack or any other heart condition. If you have questions about our home medical products, contact us today.
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