There is an old saying that diseases come from the mouth, and most of the minor diseases are eaten. Isn't the "fire" we usually talk about because we eat too much, or because we stay up late and have irregular work and rest?
This kind of thing, in our opinion, drink more water, rest and rest is over. But who would have thought that an ordinary "fire" could evolve into fatal myocardial necrosis in just four days?
A young man, only 32 years old, is the golden age of his career, his two children are still young, the family needs him, the unit needs him, but so suddenly, the fire of his life is extinguished. This tragedy that happened around him was not only the pain of his family, but also a loud alarm to everyone in silence.
1. Myths revealed: the heart crisis behind the common symptoms
A young man, only 32 years old, is the golden age of his career, his two children are still young, the family needs him, the unit needs him, but so suddenly, the fire of his life is extinguished. This tragedy that happened around him was not only the pain of his family, but also a loud alarm to everyone in silence.
You say that you have a sore throat, but in our opinion, this matter is a small thing. Wouldn't it be nice to eat some sore throat tablets, drink some hot water, and wake up with a good night's sleep? However, this "sore throat" is not so simple.
Did you know that when you have a heart attack, sometimes the symptoms are so inconspicuous that it won't give you a big red flower and tell you, "I'm coming!"
Take this young man as an example, his "sore throat" is actually a distress signal from the heart. However, this kind of signal is too easy for us to ignore and misunderstand.
Because it's so common, it's like eating and sleeping every day, and who's going to take it seriously? But heart disease, it likes to hide in these little symptoms, and when you're careless, it strikes.
2. Medical decoding: clinical judgment of acute myocardial infarction
Acute myocardial infarction, this term sounds frightening enough, it is nothing else, it is what we often call myocardial infarction. This thing has a seizure, and it hurts so much that life is worse than death. How do doctors determine a heart attack? It's not a guess out of thin air, it's not a pat on the head, it's a rigorous medical process.
First and foremost, an electrocardiogram (ECG) is the first to be seen. This thing shows a pattern of the heart's electrical activity, and in the event of myocardial ischemia or myocardial infarction, the waveforms on the ECG will be abnormal, such as ST-segment elevation or a new Q wave. These abnormal waveforms, like distress signals from the heart, point directly to a part of the heart that something is wrong.
However, sometimes the signals on the ECG may not be so obvious, and that's when doctors need a coronary angiogram. This process is like taking an X-ray of the blood vessels in the heart to see if there is a traffic jam inside, and if there is any narrowing or occlusion of the blood vessels. If it is found, it is basically a myocardial infarction.
Also, doctors check for heart enzymes in the blood, and if the levels of these enzymes are elevated, it is a clear sign that the heart muscle cells have been damaged due to ischemia. Together, these tests allow doctors to make accurate judgments about myocardial infarction.
3. Alarm bells: atypical symptoms of myocardial infarction
When it comes to heart attack, chest pain may be the first thing that comes to mind, but in fact, the symptoms of heart attack can sometimes be really cunning, they may not be so typical, and some can even fool the doctor.
When some people have a heart attack, they don't have pain in their chest, but they feel stomach pain, as if they have indigestion and have eaten something unclean. Others may feel like they have trouble breathing, like an asthma attack.
Some people even feel that they are suddenly tired and weak, and they can't do any work. These symptoms, you say in normal times, who would think about heart disease?
Especially for women and diabetics, the symptoms of myocardial infarction are even more insidious. Women may simply feel strange in their neck, shoulders, upper back, or jaw, with little pain, or even just discomfort.
Diabetic patients may not even feel pain when a heart attack occurs because the nerves may have been damaged.
Fourth, the moment of life: the golden four hours of rescue principle
It is critical that patients with myocardial infarction receive treatment within the first few hours of onset, which is often referred to as the "golden four hours". Within this time window, if revascularization surgery or drug thrombolysis can be performed in a timely manner, the damage to the heart muscle can be greatly reduced, and even life-saving may be saved.
This is because after myocardial infarction, the heart muscle cells begin to become ischemia, and if blood flow is not restored quickly, the heart muscle cells will die irreversibly.
At this critical juncture, every minute feels like a race against death. Health care providers quickly assess the patient's symptoms, perform an ECG to confirm the diagnosis, and immediately begin antiplatelet and anticoagulation therapy.
If possible, the patient will be rushed to a hospital capable of coronary intervention. Here, time is the heart muscle, and time is life.
It is equally important for ordinary people to understand this principle. If you notice that you or someone else may have a heart attack, call the emergency services immediately without delay.
While waiting for the ambulance, stay calm, try to keep the patient in a comfortable position, and reduce unnecessary activities to reduce the burden on the heart.
5. Survivors of myocardial infarction: the road to recovery and life adjustment
Heart attack survivors face a lengthy recovery process after a brush-up with death. Rehabilitation is not only a physical recovery, but also includes psychological and lifestyle adjustments. Under the guidance of doctors, survivors need to gradually regain their strength and improve their heart function through cardiac rehabilitation.
At the same time, lifestyle modification is also an important part of recovery. This includes quitting smoking, limiting alcohol, controlling diet, regular medical check-ups, etc.
People with myocardial infarction need to pay more attention to their diet, eat low-fat, high-fiber foods, reduce salt intake, and avoid high-cholesterol foods to reduce the risk of recurrence.
In addition, psychological adjustment is equally important. Patients may feel anxious and depressed in the face of the fear and uncertainty that comes with the disease. Family support and professional counselling can help them rebuild their confidence and find the courage to overcome the disease.
summary
You only live once, and it's more fragile than we can imagine. We must be vigilant for every signal our body makes. Don't wait until it's irretrievable. Heart disease is not exclusive to the elderly, and it can be a wake-up call for anyone at any time.
A healthy lifestyle, moderate exercise, a reasonable diet, and a good mental state are all effective ways to prevent heart disease. At the same time, understanding the first aid knowledge of myocardial infarction is also a basic skill that everyone should master.