Patient's question:
Mom often feels a stuffy chest, and her deep sleep quality is not good. Sometimes she can only fall asleep around 2 or 3 in the morning. Occasionally, she experiences heart problems, usually around 5 a.m. My friend suspects it might be the early stage of heart disease. Sometimes taking quick-acting heart pills helps. My friend is very worried about her but doesn't know how to help. What are the early symptoms of heart disease in women?Doctor's answer:
Heart disease refers to a general term for various heart conditions, including rheumatic heart disease, congenital heart disease, hypertensive heart disease, coronary heart disease, and myocarditis. Long-term control is necessary for hypertension, while regular check-ups are required for coronary heart disease. Early symptoms of heart disease include shortness of breath, a feeling of tightness in the chest, palpitations, chest pain, dizziness, fatigue, and weakness, among others. It is advisable to exercise moderately, pay attention to diet and deep sleep, get adequate rest, and drink plenty of water.