Know the Signs and Symptoms

So, you have a little background information into heart disease. Now, it is time to know the signs and symptoms! Since there are many different types of heart disease the symptoms will vary in each case. 

The following symptoms are for atherosclerosis disease, which is heart disease found in the blood vessels:

• Chest pain/angina
• Shortness of breath
• Pain, numbness, weakness or coldness in the legs or arms 
• Pain in the neck, jaw, throat, upper abdomen, or back

The next symptoms can be experienced if someone has a heart arrhythmia, which is caused by abnormal heartbeats:

• Fluttering in the chest
• Racing Heartbeat
• Chest pain or discomfort in the chest
• Lightheaded
• Dizziness
• Fainting, or near fainting

The symptoms that are going to be listed are going to be for congenital heart defects found in children:

• Pale, gray, or blue skin
• Swelling in the abdomen, legs, and around the eyes
• Infants will experience shortness of breath during feedings and will have poor weight gain

Symptoms that are found later on in adulthood, or sometimes found throughout childhood are:

• Shortness of breath during exercise or activities
• Easily tired during exercise or activities
• Swelling in the hands, ankles, or feet

On the previous post, dilated cardiomyopathy wasn't mentioned. This happens because of a weakened heart muscle. They symptoms are as follows:

• Shortness of breath from exertion or at rest
• Swelling of the feet, ankles, and legs
• Fatigue
• Irregular heartbeats that feel rapid, pounding or fluttering
• Dizziness, lightheaded, and fainting

Someone who has heart infections such as pericarditis (affects the tissue around the heart), myocarditis (affects the muscular middle layer of the heart), and endocarditis (affects the inner membrane) will have the following symptoms:

• Fever
• Shortness of breath
• Weakness or fatigue
• Swelling in the legs or abdomen
• Changes in heart rhythm
• Dry or persistent cough
• Skin rashes or unusual spots

See a doctor if you have CHEST PAIN, SHORTNESS OF BREATH, and FAINTING. If detected early, heart disease will be easier to treat. Talk to your doctor today to learn more about heart disease and ways to prevent it. 

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