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Heart disease can be caused by various causes such as congenital, infection, narrow coronary arteries, high blood pressure, or other disorders. Unlike the shows in movies that show heart disease with only chest pain, there are other symptoms that are often overlooked. What are the other symptoms?

Heart Disease Facts

Heart disease is more at risk in those aged over 60 years and who are overweight, or have diseases such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension. The main function of the heart is to circulate oxygen-rich blood to all parts of the body. Once enriched with oxygen inside the lungs, the blood will return to the heart to be circulated throughout the body. Some of the oxygen-rich blood will also flow to the heart's own organs through the coronary arteries that cover all parts of the heart. The cycle of blood circulation occurs repeatedly.

Symptoms of Heart Disease that are Often Ignored

Discomfort symptoms are often referred to as 'feeling unwell' symptoms. However, if it is ignored, it can have a dangerous impact. Here are the symptoms to watch out for.

Pain in the Chest
In a heart attack, the symptoms felt generally are pain, tightness, or a feeling of pressure in the chest. However, the symptoms experienced by each person can be different. You should be aware if you experience chest discomfort that lasts longer than a few minutes.
Pain that radiates to the arm
Another symptom of a heart attack that is often felt is pain in the chest that radiates to the left arm. Get yourself checked immediately if you experience symptoms of chest pain that feels radiating to the left side of the body.
Sudden Dizziness and Weakness
There are many things that can make you lose your balance or feel lethargic for a moment. Maybe you're not eating or drinking enough, standing up too fast, and not getting enough rest or sleep. For some heart attacks, you may feel dizzy or even faint for no reason. If any of the following occur, immediately consult a cardiologist for further treatment.
Pain that radiates to the throat or jaw
Sore throat can be a symptom of heart disease. This condition can indeed be a symptom of other diseases, but if you experience chest pain that radiates to your throat or jaw, it could be a symptom of a heart attack.
Tired easily
You need to be alert if you feel tired or out of breath after doing daily activities. Extreme fatigue or unexplained weakness, sometimes for days on end, can be a symptom of heart disease, especially for women.
Cold Sweat
Cold sweats for no apparent reason can be signal of heart attack. If this occurs along with other symptoms such as shortness of breath to blurred vision, seek emergency medical help immediately and consult a cardiologist for further examination.
Swelling of Feet and Ankles
This condition can be a sign that the heart is not functioning properly in pumping blood. When the heart can't pump blood fast enough, it can cause swelling in areas of the body away from the heart, such as the feet and ankles. Heart failure can also make it difficult for the kidneys to remove excess water and sodium from the body, which can cause swelling in some parts of the body, such as the legs.
Often Irregular Heartbeat
Heart rate under normal circumstances and during exercise is certainly different. However, if under normal circumstances the heart beats faster than usual, this can mean a heart problem. Consult a cardiologist for further examination.