What is Heart Attack (Male)
A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart muscle is decreased or blocked completely, keeping the heart from getting enough oxygen. That can damage or destroy part of the heart muscle. Heart attacks are most often caused by the buildup of plaque in the arteries that lead to the heart. Plaque is a sticky substance made up of cholesterol and other substances. When a heart attack happens, it can cause chest pain or pressure, nausea, sweating, or fainting. Sometimes, the symptoms of heart attack can last for a few days. If you think you are having a heart attack, call someone take you to the emergency room.
Symptoms of Heart Attack (Male) are-
Anxiety, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Pressure or heaviness, Excessive sweating, Joint pain, Pain or discomfort, Feeling faint, Nausea or vomiting, Shortness of breath, Fainting
Treatment-
The treatment for heart attack depends on your condition. Your treatment may include:
1.Medications such as aspirin, blood thinners, clot-busting medications, pain medications, beta-blockers, nitroglycerin, and medications to lower cholesterol
2.Angioplasty or stenting to open up blocked arteries
3.Surgery to redirect blood flow around the blocked artery.
When to See Your Doctor
If you think you may be having a heart attack, call emergency or have someone take you to the emergency room.
Diagnosed By-
To diagnose a heart attack, the doctor will take a medical history and do a physical exam. You may also need other tests including:
1.Electrocardiogram (ECG)
2.Blood tests
3.Chest X-ray
4.Angiogram
5.Echocardiogram
6.CT scan
7.MRI
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