Don’t Ignore These Heart Signals

Today’s reminder is simple but powerful: listen to your body. Some symptoms may seem minor but could be warning signs of serious health issues. Let’s break it down:

Shortness of Breath

Feeling breathless after exercise is normal. But if it happens during rest or mild activity, it could signal:

• Lung disease
• Heart problems
• Anaemia

Don’t wait. See a doctor before it worsens.

Know Your Numbers

Your health is more than how you feel, it’s also what your tests say.

Under 40? Check these at least once:

• Blood pressure
• Weight
• Blood sugar
• Creatinine, SGPT
• Lipid profile
• ECG

Over 40 or at risk? Repeat every 2 years and add:

• Echocardiogram (look for your ejection fraction, normally ≥50%)

Tip: This number isn’t fixed, it varies. Know it, track it, protect it.

Loss of Consciousness (Syncope)

Passing out isn’t always harmless. It could be:

• Heart-related
• Brain-related
• Vasovagal (usually harmless)

First step? See a cardiologist. They’ll guide you through the right tests.

Chest Pain

Never ignore chest pain—especially if it’s:

• Suddenly
• Increasing
• Central (middle of chest)
• With sweating or vomiting

Act fast. Go to the emergency room or see a cardiologist immediately.

Palpitations

Feeling your heartbeat? That’s called a palpitation. It’s common and often harmless, especially if caused by:

• Stress
• Caffeine or alcohol
• Normal rhythm (sinus rhythm)

But sometimes it’s a sign of:

• Treatable heart conditions (like atrial fibrillation or premature beats)
• Serious inherited diseases (like Brugada or long QT syndrome)
• Dangerous rhythms (like ventricular tachycardia)

Your role? Notice the symptoms. Speak up. Early action saves lives.

Final Thought

Whether you're the patient or a loved one—awareness is everything. These signs are your body’s way of asking for help. Let’s not ignore them.