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Heart disease is the number one cause of death in Vietnam. Heart attack is one of the most sudden and fatal types of cardiovascular disease. This is a fairly common disease among older adults with serious heart problems, but anyone can face it. Even if you don't believe that you are the likely person to have a heart attack, seek help when the symptoms begin to appear.

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Part 1 of 3: Recognize the symptoms of a heart attack

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   Pay attention to chest discomfort. The main sign of a heart attack is discomfort in the chest. You will feel as if some pressure is putting pressure on your chest, or like your chest is being squeezed, and feeling quite full. It may go away and come back soon.
   • While we imagine that a heart attack comes in the form of an immediate, intense, usual pain, it is mild pain and gradually increases in severity into a feeling of discomfort rather than pain.
   • Sometimes, you won't feel much. This is quite common in people with diabetes but it can happen in other patients as well.

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   Pay attention to the feeling of numbness in your arms. A heart attack is often accompanied by numbness, pain, or stinging in the arm. It usually occurs in the left arm, but can also occur on the right arm.

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   Pay attention to breathing difficulties. Shortness of breath is also a common symptom of a heart attack. Occasionally, a person with a heart attack will even find it hard to breathe without paralysis or discomfort in the chest.

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   Watch for other symptoms. A heart attack is a tremendous event that disrupts several biological processes. This means that there are quite a few symptoms, and some of the symptoms are quite similar to common diseases. Don't assume that because you feel like you have a cold, nothing worse will happen to your body. Some of the symptoms include:
   • Cold sweat
   • Nausea
   • The skin has become abnormally pale
   • Vomiting
   • Delirium
   • Worry
   • Undigested
   • Dizziness
   • Fainting
   • Pain in the back, shoulders, arms, neck, or jaw
   • Fear
   • Sudden exhaustion (especially for older women and men)

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   Act immediately if pain persists. It can be difficult to differentiate between heartburn and heart attack. If the pain persists for at least 3 minutes or is accompanied by some of the side effects listed above, you may have a heart attack. It's best to keep yourself safe and take action. advertisement

Part 2 of 3: Reacting to a heart attack

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   Report the situation to everyone. People generally don't want to worry your loved one, but you have to let people know what's going on if you suspect that you're having a heart attack. The situation can get so much worse that you cannot respond effectively. You should let them know at the first sign of your heart attack so they can take care of you.
   • If you are away from friends or family, try to report the situation to anyone near you. You need to let someone know.

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   Chew on aspirin. Aspirin is a blood thinner and will help you when you have a heart attack. You should chew it, instead of swallowing it, because chewing will help the drug to penetrate into the blood more quickly. Aspirin should not be replaced with another pain reliever.
   • A standard dose of about 325 mg is sufficient.
   • Evidence suggests that the aspirin, which protects the gut, allows it to be absorbed more slowly, is still very effective in heart attack sufferers. However, there is reason to suspect that an unshielded aspirin medicine would be more effective.
   • Do not take aspirin if you are allergic to it, have a stomach ulcer, have recently bleed or have surgery, or other reasons why your doctor won't let you take aspirin.
   • Other pain relievers such as ibuprofen, opioids, and acetaminophen don't have the same properties and should not be taken during a heart attack.

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   Call 112. To increase your chances of survival, you should call 112 within 5 minutes of your symptoms appear. Chest pain for 3 minutes is also a sign that the symptom you are experiencing is actually a heart attack, and you should seek medical help right away. If you are also experiencing breathlessness, numbness, or extreme pain, you should call emergency services right away. The earlier you call, the better.

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   Don't drive. If you are driving, pull over to the curb. You could lose consciousness and put someone else's life in danger. If you are traveling with someone else, do not ask them to drive. It's best to let the ambulance take you to the hospital.
   • The response team will help you get to the hospital faster than your family member. They also have a complete ambulance kit that will allow them to treat you before going to the hospital.
   • The only example that allows you to drive is when you are unable to call the emergency services on 112.

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   Use nitroglycerin. If you have been prescribed nitroglycerin, you should take it when you experience heart attack symptoms. It will widen blood vessels and minimize chest pain.

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   Lie down and relax. Anxiety increases the amount of oxygen your heart requires. This action will make you more likely to experience serious complications. You should lie down and try to rest.
   • Take deep breaths to improve your oxygen circulation and calm yourself down. Do not breathe shallow, short, or breathe too quickly. Breathe in slowly and comfortably.
   • Remind yourself that help is on the way.
   • Repeat the soothing words like "Ambulance is coming", or "Everything will be fine" in your mind.
   • Loosen tight or tight clothing.

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   Have someone else perform CPR for you. CPR is required if your heart loses its rhythm. Ask around to see if anyone is willing to do CPR for you. If no one knows how, find someone willing to follow 112's instructions.
   • If the person who is giving you CPR does not know the right way to do this, it is best not to give you oral respiration. They should just follow the chest compressions, pressing their hands down your chest at about 100 compressions per minute.
   • There is no evidence that self-administering CPR during a heart attack is effective. The moment you need CPR is when you are unconscious.
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Part 3 of 3: Protect yourself from heart attack

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   Do exercise. Exercise is a great way to increase unhealthy cholesterol reduction and improve heart health. Focus on cardio, such as jogging, cycling, and rotational workouts.
   • You should spend about 30 minutes doing moderate intensity aerobic exercise 5 days per week.
   • Alternatively, you can do intense aerobic exercise for 25 minutes 3 days a week with 2 days of resistance training.

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   Eat healthy foods. Olive oil, peas, and fish are good sources of cholesterol that will help protect your heart.Also, avoid foods that are high in saturated fat or trans fat.

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   Stop smoking. Cigarette smoking forces your heart to work too hard and puts you at greater risk of a heart attack. If you have heart problems, you should try to quit completely.

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   Talk to your doctor. Currently, there are many medications that can help you manage bad cholesterol and protect your heart. You should regularly check your cholesterol level and if you are at risk for a heart attack, you should consult with medicines that help you protect yourself.
   • There are several classes of drugs that improve your cardiovascular health, such as Niacin, Fibrate, and Statin.

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   Take aspirin every day. If you have ever had a heart attack, your doctor will recommend taking aspirin every day. They will prescribe you to take between 81 mg and 325 mg of aspirin, but a lower dose should also be effective. It is important that you follow your doctor's instructions correctly.
   • If you suddenly stop taking aspirin for treatment, you will likely experience a "relapse effect" that makes your condition worse. Do not stop using the drug without your doctor's approval.
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Advice

• If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of a heart attack, you need to be evaluated on a timely basis, as it will be difficult to determine if this is a heart problem if not proceed. further testing.