Do You Have Coronary Heart Disease?
Coronary heart disease (also called coronary artery disease) is a narrowing of the small blood vessels that supply blood and oxygen to the heart.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention states that coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Heart disease affects many people across the globe including men and women in Europe, North and South America, New Zealand and Australia. Both men and women become victims of heart problems and coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease is responsible for up to forty percent of all deaths in the United States. The Mayo Clinic reports: “Women are six times as likely to die of coronary heart disease as of breast cancer. Coronary heart disease kills more women over 65 than do all cancers combined”. In addition, more women than men die from coronary heart disease.
The symptoms of coronary heart disease are different in men and women. Symptoms of coronary heart disease in men can include chest pain and shortness of breath. Women may report symptoms such as: fatigue, abdominal pain, discomfort in the upper back, neck and shoulders, sweating, nausea or vomiting, and dizziness.
There are a variety of forms of coronary heart disease; many of which can be prevented with a healthy diet and exercise. Many factors increase risk of coronary heart disease including: gender (men are more likely to develop coronary heart disease than women under the age of 65), genetics, tobacco use, high blood pressure, diabetes, Metabolic syndrome and more.
Treatments for coronary heart disease include healthy diet (this may mean reduced sodium intake), exercise and healthy body weight. Additionally, certain medications and medical procedures may be necessary to treat coronary heart disease. In some cases heart surgery may be needed to treat the condition.
Cited References:
Google Health
National Library of Medicine/National Institute of Health
Wikipedia
FacetoFace Health Heart Defects and Diseases Support Group