Heart Related Problem What is Heart Related Problem

Heart Related Problem

What is Heart Related Problem? l The Heart is the center of the Cardiovascular System. Through the body's Blood Vessels, the heart pumps blood to all the body cells. The blood carries Oxygen, which the cells need. l Heart Related Problem describes a range of conditions that affect the heart. l Heart Related Problem or Cardiovascular Problem generally refers to conditions that involve Narrowed or Blocked Blood Vessels that can lead to a Heart Attack, Chest Pain (Angina) or Stroke. l Other conditions, such as those that affect the heart's muscles, valves or rhythm, are considered other forms of this problem.

Causes of Heart Related Problem l Age l Family History l Smoking l High Fat or High Sugar contained Diet l High Blood Pressure l High Blood Cholesterol Levels l Diabetes l Obesity l Physical Inactivity l Stress

Types of Heart Related Problem • Coronary Heart Disease • Hypertensive Heart Disease • Congenital Heart Disease • Rheumatic Heart Disease • Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism • Peripheral Vascular Disease • Inflammatory Heart Disease • Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection • Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke) • Congestive Heart Failure

Diet Based Heart Problems Though there are several factors that are responsible for Heart Related Problems, diet plays an extremely crucial role in giving rise to some of the following types: • Coronary Heart Disease • Hypertensive Heart Disease • Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism • Peripheral Vascular Disease • Cerebrovasvular Disease • Congestive Heart Failure

Coronary Heart Disease • Coronary Heart Disease is a result of plaque build up in coronary arteries. • This condition is also called Atherosclerosis that leads to blockages. • The arteries, which start out smooth and elastic, become narrow and rigid, restricting blood flow to the heart. The heart becomes starved of oxygen and the vital nutrients it needs to pump properly. • Modifications of diet and lifestyle help to control the manifestations of this disease. • Reduction of Saturated fat and Cholesterol in diet can be beneficial.

Hypertensive Heart Disease • Hypertensive Heart Disease refers to heart problems that occur due to High Blood Pressure. • These problems include- Coronary Artery Disease and Angina, Hypertrophy (thickening of the heart muscle) and Heart Failure. • Lowering blood pressure and cholesterol by eating a healthy diet and monitoring stress levels are possibly the best ways to treat and prevent the problems. • Low calorie, low fat, low sodium with moderate protein intake should be followed to prevent this disease.

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a blood clot develops in the deep veins, most commonly in the lower extremities. • A part of the clot can break off and travel to the lungs, causing Pulmonary Embolism (PE), which can be life threatening. • Maintaining ideal body weight with a healthy diet and physical exercise will generally reduce the venous thrombosis. • Limitation of caloric intake and avoidance of saturated fats can prevent this problem.

Peripheral Vascular Disease • Fatty plaques or atherosclerosis can also affect arteries that supply oxygen rich blood to other areas of the body. • Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) occurs when the flow of oxygen rich blood to the legs and feet is blocked or decreased. • This blockage in the vessels deprives the feet and legs of oxygen and nutrients, and produces symptoms usually in the thigh, calf muscle and feet. • Inclusion of high fibres, low fat and low cholesterol and moderate protein diet can prevent this disease.

Cerebrovascular Vascular Disease (Stroke) • It refers to disorders of the blood vessels in the brain. • Atherosclerosis is one of the conditions that can cause cerebrovascular disease. • During this process, high cholesterol levels coupled with inflammation in areas of the arteries in the brain cause the cholesterol to build up in the vessel in the form of plaque. • This disorder is the most common killers in the world, leading to stroke and hemorrhage and other conditions. • A low-fat, high-fibre diet is recommended for a healthy heart and brain.

Congestive Heart Failure • Congestive Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle is weakened and cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs for blood and oxygen. • Certain conditions, such as narrowed arteries in the heart (Coronary Artery Disease) or high blood pressure, gradually weaken the heart or make it stiff to fill and pump efficiently. • Reduction of salt, saturated fats, cholesterol and calories can be beneficial to treat this condition.

Symptoms of Heart Related Problem l. Chest Pain (Angina) l. Shortness of Breath l. Sweating l. Nausea or Vomiting l. Pain, Pressure or a Strange feeling in the back, neck, jaw, or upper belly or in one or both shoulders or arms l. Lightheadedness or Sudden Weakness l. Palpitations (Irregular Heart Beats or Arrythmia, Skipped Beats, or a “Flip-Flop" feeling in the chest) l. Heart Attack

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