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How do you know if you have cardiovascular problems?

There are many disorders and pathologies affecting the heart and vessels. In fact, these cardiovascular problems can affect anyone. Among the most common are high blood pressure, heart rhythm disorders, heart failure, myocardial infarction and stroke. However, the most difficult thing for patients is, generally speaking, to recognize the symptoms of each of the cardiovascular pathologies in order to take appropriate measures. In the following, you will learn all about the signs of cardiovascular disease.

Heart problems symptoms not to be ignored

There are some signs that seem innocuous at first glance. However, they may be symptoms of a heart problem or damage to the arteries and blood vessels. There are eight of these signs and they should not be taken lightly.

The swellings

Swollen feet, legs or liver is not a harmless symptom. Indeed, these signs can, in some cases, hide heart problems. So if you suffer from this type of swelling, it is advisable to go and see a doctor immediately to find out exactly what it is.

Intense perspiration

When you exercise, it is perfectly normal to sweat. However, heavy sweating without physical exertion can hide heart damage. In fact, it can be a sign of a myocardial infarction. This pathology can, in fact, act on the sweat glands by causing hypersweating.

Shortness of breath

Effortless shortness of breath is abnormal. Several cardiovascular problems may be at the origin of this symptom. Namely: arrhythmia, heart failure or myocardial infarction. Whatever the cause of your shortness of breath, if it is sudden and does not result from physical effort, a consultation is imperative.

Coughing

Cardiovascular disease may be hidden behind a persistent cough or wheeze. Sometimes  these symptoms are a sign of heart failure in addition to shortness of breath. They result from fluid build-up in the lungs. However, cough can also be associated with asthma or COPD. As you will have understood, only a consultation with your doctor can be established on the subject.

Persistent fatigue

Fatigue, when it is unusual and persists over the course of the days, should not be taken lightly. In fact, it may be a symptom of heart failure or myocardial infarction.

A loss of appetite

In some cases, cardiovascular disease, loss of appetite may occur. This is also the case for certain digestive disorders. Disorders of appetite can be a sign of a myocardial infarction.  That is why you should always listen to your body.

The palpitations

Changes in heart rhythm, especially a racing heart during palpitation, can hide heart failure, arrhythmia or heart attack. Although they can be beguiling, palpitations can also be dangerous because by causing clots to form, they can cause a stroke.

Dizziness

Although most of the time dizziness is harmless, it can be a sign of a cardiovascular disorder. In these cases, a stroke is more likely to occur. Dizziness is usually accompanied by a loss of balance.

Warning signs of coronary artery disease

Apart from the very common signs mentioned above, there are also a combination of a few signs that can tell you about the cardiovascular condition that affects a person. With regard to coronary artery disease, the signs that should alert you are the following:

Recognizing heart failure

To recognise heart failure, the following few signs should tell you something.

Symptoms of a heart attack

Among the most common cardiovascular problems, heart attack probably ranks in the top three. The warning signs and symptoms of this pathology are numerous and facilitate the diagnosis. Indeed, a person who has a heart attack presents the following symptoms:

In the event of a heart attack, it is essential to act immediately and call for help. In fact, the majority of heart attack deaths occur within two hours of the first symptoms.

Cardiovascular Problems: People at Risk

Some people are more likely to have cardiovascular problems than others. They are called people at risk. They are usually overweight people, people with diabetes or those with a family history of cardiovascular disease.