Warning signs and symptoms of heart-related ailments you shouldn't ignore

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) is the leading cause of mortality in India. In India, the young are increasingly at risk of heart disease and one of the main reasons is our lifestyle. The recent death of 40-year-old television actor Siddharth Shukla left many shocked. Here are some warning signs of heart ailments you must know. (Content medically reviewed by Dr. Narayan Gadkar, Consultant Cardiologist, Zen Multi Speciality Hospital, Chembur)

Updated on: Sep 13, 2021 3:15 PM IST

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Heart-related ailments among the young crowd have become a concern for health experts. A lot of today's youth are driven towards drugs and alcohol to cope with stress. Here are a few warning signs of heart diseases you need to look out for and visit the doctor whenever you notice any. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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Chest Discomfort: Chest pain or discomfort is caused when the heart muscle does not get enough oxygen-rich blood. It can happen at any point and can last longer than a few minutes. A common location is center of the chest (substernal).  Burning in the chest, can mimic acidity. (Twitter/GaryMonk)

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Pain that Spreads to the Arm: This is one of the most common heart attack symptoms. It starts from the chest and moves outwards to the left arm. (Unsplash)

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Feel Dizzy or Lightheaded: Shortness of breath is a common sign of a silent heart attack. Along with it, you can also feel dizzy or lightheaded. (Unsplash)

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You Get Exhausted Easily: If you easily get tired while doing your daily activities or while climbing the staircase or working out then you should immediately book an appointment with your doctor. (Unsplash)

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Nausea, Indigestion, Heartburn, or Stomach Pain: Women are more likely to report these symptoms than men. (Unsplash)

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Snoring: Unusual and loud snoring that sounds like gasping or choking might sound funny and annoying to your partner but this is actually a cause of concern. It could be a sign of sleep apnea. This raises the risk for diabetes, obesity, hypertension, stroke, heart attack and other cardiovascular problems. (Unsplash)

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Throat or Jaw Pain: If you feel a pain in your chest that slowly moves to your jaw and throat then that could be a sign of a heart attack.  (Unsplash)