2023年10月9日 · A heart attack occurs when an artery that sends blood and oxygen to the heart is blocked. Fatty, cholesterol-containing deposits build up over time, forming plaques in the heart's arteries. If a plaque ruptures, a blood clot can form.

2023年10月9日 · A heart attack is often diagnosed in an emergency setting. If you've had or are having a heart attack, care providers will take immediate steps to treat your condition. If you're able to answer questions, you may be asked about your symptoms and medical history. Diagnosis of a heart attack includes checking blood pressure, pulse and temperature.

2023年12月7日 · Heartburn, angina and heart attack may feel very much alike. Even experienced doctors can't always tell the difference from your medical history and a physical exam. That's why, if you go to the emergency room because of chest …

2024年5月15日 · Movies and TV often portray heart attacks as dramatic, chest-clutching events. But heart attacks may begin with subtle symptoms. The chest discomfort may not even be described as pain. Many people have warning symptoms that happen hours, days or …

2023年10月26日 · Heart attack. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/heart-attack/causes. Accessed March 29, 2022. Reeder GS, et al. Diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed March 29, 2022. What is a heart attack?

2024年12月10日 · In the United States, more than 1 in 9 adults are currently living with heart disease — and some people may not even know they have heart disease until they experience a heart attack or stroke or are diagnosed with heart failure.

2022年7月7日 · If you have not heard of peripheral artery disease, or PAD, you are not alone. While clinicians and health organizations have made headway in raising awareness that heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death worldwide, PAD — despite being part of cardiovascular disease — is not as well-known.

2019年7月16日 · Patients who have heart failure or who suffer a heart attack can develop kidney problems — either acute kidney injury or chronic kidney disease. When a person develops both heart and kidney problems, the condition sometimes is referred to as cardiorenal syndrome.

2023年10月13日 · Always call 911 or your local emergency number if you think you might be having a heart attack. A type of arrhythmia called ventricular fibrillation can cause a dramatic drop in blood pressure. This can cause the person to fall to …

2024年7月10日 · Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. These medicines most often treat pain, swelling and irritation, called inflammation, and fever. The increase in risk affects people …