MI

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MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION

Introduction

In medical science, MI is known as a heart attack. A heart attack is a medical emergency. A person is suffering from a heart attack due to the blockage in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. It can cause death and permanent heart damage.

What happens during a heart attack?

When blood flow stops in your heart it causes the heart muscle to die. Dying of your heart causes your heart to not pump. It also stops the blood flow to your body.

causes

A heart attack is caused due to the following reasons: Spasm of the artery  Rare medical conditions  Trauma  Electrolyte imbalances  Obstruction that came from elsewhere in the body Eating disorders

Risks

There are many factors that increase the risk of a heart attack. But there are some risk factors that cannot be controlled. The factors include:  Age and sex.  Family history of heart disease.  History of preeclampsia, a condition that can develop during pregnancy.  Lifestyle.  If you have certain health conditions or diseases which include Diabetes, Obesity, and so on.

Symptoms

The symptoms of heart attack are given below: Chest pain  Shortness of breath  Heart palpitations.  Anxiety or a feeling of “impending doom.”  Sweating.  Feeling lightheaded, dizzy, or passing out.

Treatment

You need proper medications for the treatment of a heart attack. You need proper oxygen for the treatment through a tube or a nose or a mask or the mouth.

Reduces the risk

There are many factors that cannot be controlled but there are many ways to reduce the risk of heart attacK. It includes:  Schedule a checkup  Quit the tobacco products  Do exercise regularly  Eat a healthy diet Maintain a healthy weight  Manage your existing health conditions  Take your medications  Reduce stress  Keep all your medical appointments