Jakarta (ANTARA) – Dry winds or angina often come on suddenly and send sufferers into panic because the chest pain is pressing and tight. In fact, calmness and speed of action really determine patient safety. Many cases get worse because symptoms are ignored or initial treatment is done the wrong way.
For this reason it is important that everyone understands what to do in the event of windburn attacks and how to prevent them from recurring in the future.
Below are appropriate first aid measures and healthy habits to follow to maintain long-term heart health, based on information gathered from various sources.
First aid to deal with angina
Quick action can help prevent the condition from turning into a more serious heart attack. Here are some first aid measures that can be taken when symptoms of angina appear:
1. Stop activity immediately: When you start to feel pain or tightness in your chest, stop activity and take a sitting or lying position as comfortable as possible so that your heart doesn’t work too hard.
2. Take nitroglycerin if available: If your doctor has previously prescribed nitroglycerin, use it immediately as directed. This drug helps dilate blood vessels and improve blood flow to the heart.
3. Call for medical help immediately: If the discomfort does not go away after about five minutes of rest or after taking medication, seek emergency help immediately. This condition can be an early sign of a heart attack.
4. Check breathing and pulse: monitor the body’s response. If your breathing or heartbeat stops, do it resuscitation cardiopulmonary (CPR) if you have been trained.
5. Try to stay calm: make sure the patient does not panic. Calmness can help keep your heart functioning stable and prevent symptoms from getting worse.
Sitting windproof treatment
Management of angina will usually be tailored to the heart condition that triggers it. In general, the goal of therapy is to improve blood flow to the heart while reducing the risk of serious complications such as heart attacks (heart attack myocardium) to sudden death.
A number of treatment options typically provided by medical personnel include:
• Vasodilatorswhich is a drug that has the function of widening blood vessels in order to increase the blood flow to the heart.
• Medicines to control heart function and blood pressure, so that the heart’s workload remains stable.
• Cholesterol-lowering therapy, especially if test results show high levels of fat in the blood.
• Anticoagulants o antiplateleta drug that helps prevent blood clots from forming.
• Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), a surgical procedure to create a new path for blood flow in blocked vessels.
• Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) or catheterization blood vessels, which aims to open narrowing coronary arteries without major surgery.
Sitting wind often occurs without clear symptoms, so many people only become aware of it when the condition is severe enough. If treated too late, the risk of complications can increase dramatically.
It is therefore important to recognize disorders early on so that therapeutic actions can be taken without waiting for the condition to worsen. Please note that this information is general in nature and cannot replace direct examination and advice from a medical professional. If you have similar complaints, consult the nearest healthcare facility immediately.
How to prevent wind sitting
Prevention of angina basically focuses on maintaining healthy heart function. Adopting a good lifestyle can help reduce the risk of impaired blood flow to the heart. Some recommended preventative measures include:
1. Stop smoking: the harmful substances contained in cigarettes can damage the walls of blood vessels and accelerate the formation of coagulation plaque.
2. Stay active in exercise: Regularly doing light exercises such as walking, cycling or swimming helps improve heart endurance and blood circulation.
3. Manage emotional stress well: Uncontrolled stress can trigger blood pressure spikes. Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or talk to a professional if necessary.
4. Get regular health check-ups: Regular monitoring of cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar levels helps in identifying risk factors early so that rapid treatment can be done.
5. Choose a diet that supports heart health: Prioritize fiber-rich foods and reduce your saturated fat intake. Increase vegetables, fruits and healthy sources of protein.
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Reporter: Sean Anggiatheda Sitorus
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