At EMC Hospital, cardiology expert Dr. Manpreet Kaur emphasized the urgent need to raise awareness about silent heart attacks. She explained that this is a dangerous condition in which typical symptoms of a heart attack may not appear, yet it can silently cause serious damage to the heart. According to her, today’s stressful lifestyle, irregular eating habits, high blood pressure, diabetes, and lack of physical activity are contributing to a rapid rise in such cases. Often, patients only become aware of the problem when the condition has already worsened.
Dr. Manpreet Kaur noted that symptoms of a silent heart attack can be mild or different from those of a typical heart attack. These may include sudden fatigue, mild chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, dizziness, cold sweats, discomfort in the neck, back, or jaw, and sometimes indigestion or gas-like sensations. Many people tend to ignore these signs, assuming them to be minor issues, which can lead to serious consequences later.
She further advised that prevention is possible through regular health check-ups, controlling blood pressure and blood sugar levels, maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and managing stress. People above the age of 40, as well as those with diabetes, hypertension, or smoking habits, should be especially cautious.
At EMC Hospital, advanced technology and a team of experienced doctors provide timely diagnosis and effective treatment for heart-related conditions. Dr. Kaur urged everyone to pay attention to even minor warning signs from their body and consult a specialist without delay.
She concluded, “Awareness and timely medical check-ups are the strongest defenses against serious conditions like silent heart attacks.”
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