"A lump of pain" in my chest in cold weather may be myocardial infarction! Doctors name 6 risk factors causing "vasoconstriction"
Hypothermia may cause acute myocardial infarction! “A lump of pain” in the chest may be a sign of danger
As the air-conditioning mass hit, 17 counties and cities in Taiwan issued special reports on low temperatures. There were reports of acute myocardial infarction due to low temperatures in various counties and cities. Dr. Lin Zongxing, director of the Emergency Medicine Department of the Shalu Campus of Guangtian General Hospital, said that changes in temperature are one of the triggering factors for acute myocardial infarction. When the body is exposed to extreme temperature ranges, acute cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases will increase, and It is especially likely to occur in the elderly.
Dr. Lin Zongxing said that the typical symptom of cardiovascular disease is “front chest pain”, and it is not a point of pain but a lump of pain, which may also extend to the shoulders and jaw. In addition, the pain caused by cardiovascular disease is mostly a “tenderness” rather than a “tingling” feeling.
Dr. Lin Zongxing reminded that the three major signs of cerebrovascular disease are “crooked mouth and slanted eyes”, “weakness in hands and feet”, and “clear speech”. It is important to remember when symptoms first started and tell your healthcare provider. Some patients have experienced transient cerebral ischemia and recovered within 24 hours without seeking medical treatment. It is recommended to seek medical assistance as soon as possible.
Are irregular sleep patterns dangerous? Avoid vasoconstriction and keep your head and neck warm
Which diseases are more likely to worsen suddenly in cold temperatures? Dr. Lin Zongxing said that low temperature is a kind of “cold injury” that can cause vasoconstriction, and vasoconstriction can lead to poor control of chronic diseases, and may cause problems with blood pressure, blood sugar, and blood lipids. Including high blood pressure, overwork, heavy work, reverse day and night, irregular sleep, and smoking are all risk factors that may increase the burden on the body.
Dr. Lin Zongxing reminded that people with chronic diseases and elderly people should pay attention to keeping warm every day when the temperature is low. The temperature difference when taking a hot bath should not be too large, and it is not recommended to soak in too hot water all at once. When getting up or taking a bath in the morning, it is recommended to move slowly and not to stand up too quickly to avoid acute vasoconstriction. In addition, 40-50% of the heat dissipation parts of the human body are in the head and face where blood flow is rich, so special attention should be paid to keeping the head and neck warm.
Are stroke symptoms atypical among young people? Drink enough water to prevent blood concentration
Dr. Lin Zongxing also reminded that diseases such as cardiovascular disease or stroke may also occur in young people, especially those with poor living habits and metabolic syndrome, and the symptoms of disease in young people are usually less typical. Before arriving at the hospital, they may only have dizziness and impaired consciousness. He can understand what others are saying and he can’t move his hands or feet. People who have congenital diseases, or have heavy workloads, are confused day and night, and do not know enough about their physical condition should pay special attention.
When a cold air mass hits, how should you exercise safely? Dr. Lin Zongxing recommends that you try to avoid exercising during times when the temperature difference is too large. It is best to fix exercise periods and adopt the “333” principle for regular training. At the same time, pay attention to keeping the body warm and properly replenishing water to prevent the blood from being too concentrated.
