We all know that the “heart” is an organ that acts as the center of the body, responsible for pumping blood to nourish various organs. If the “center” malfunctions or cannot perform at full capacity, surely… the body’s organ systems may be damaged, and over time, it will become critical, especially if you have…
“Ischemic Heart Disease” This disease occurs when the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked, causing reduced or no blood flow to the heart muscle. This results in abnormal heart muscle function. If severe or sudden, it can lead to heart muscle death and death.
Don’t be complacent! If you have these symptoms, you are at risk of ischemic heart disease
The person who knows “our body” best is ourselves… Therefore, we must carefully observe our body. If you have these symptoms, they may be warning signs of “ischemic heart disease”
- Chest pain like being squeezed or pressed
- Chest pain radiating to the jaw, shoulder blade, left arm, and shoulder
- Sweating, pale face, feeling faint
- Throat tightness, which in some cases may be felt under the sternum
Some symptoms may be confused with other diseases such as acid reflux or costochondritis. Therefore, we should not be complacent! If you have any symptoms, do not leave them untreated for long. You should promptly consult a specialist for accurate diagnosis.
Ischemic heart disease: Early detection leads to treatment
Treatment methods for “ischemic heart disease” vary depending on the severity of the disease, which requires diagnosis and the discretion of a specialist. Treatments include:
- Behavioral modification such as quitting smoking, avoiding alcoholic beverages, reducing consumption of sweet, fatty, and salty foods, and exercising regularly
- Medication as prescribed by a doctor
- Procedures such as coronary angioplasty or stent placement to widen narrowed coronary arteries and restore normal function
- Coronary artery bypass surgery (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft – CABG), which involves grafting new blood vessels to bypass blocked or narrowed coronary arteries, improving blood flow to the heart muscle
Phayathai Nawamin Hospital has a team of specialized heart bypass surgeons with extensive expertise and experience in patient care, providing comprehensive treatment to help patients recover quickly and return to a quality life.
Know this… to prevent heart attacks in time
Many may worry about “ischemic heart disease” and wonder if it is very dangerous. After treatment, will the “heart” return to normal function? These questions, besides being answered by specialists, also depend on our own role in managing the disease so it is less concerning…
If we regularly check our “heart” health every year, observe any abnormalities in the body, and if there are signs of disease or risk factors, we should promptly see a specialist as soon as possible.
If we detect early, see a doctor early, and receive timely treatment, the severity of the disease can be reduced. Whether it is “their heart” or “our heart”, we must take the best care of it. Don’t delay… when it comes to “the heart”
