HEART ATTACK

definition

(myocardial infarction or MI) is a serious medical emergency in which the supply of blood to the heart is suddenly blocked, usually by a blood clot.

Treatment

  • using medicines to dissolve blood clots
  • surgery to help restore blood to the heart

Symptoms

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chest pain

shortness of breath

feeling weak or lightheaded, or both

an overwhelming feeling of anxiety

Recovery process

reduce your risk of another heart attack through a combination of lifestyle changes (such as eating a healthy diet), and medicines (such as statins), which help to lower blood cholesterol levels
gradually restore your physical fitness so you can resume normal activities (cardiac rehabilitation)

Complications

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arrhythmias

cardiogenic shock

heart rupture

Prevention

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No smoking

Control of weigh

Regular exercises

low-fat, high-fibre diet, wholegrains, fruit and vegetables diet

moderate alcohol consumption