Large daily temperature fluctuations significantly increase the risk of myocardial infarction. "Exercise for at least 30 minutes every day."

Financial News] As autumn approaches quickly, there is a need for special caution as the incidence of cardiovascular diseases, especially myocardial infarction known as the "main cause of sudden death," may increase. On the 26th, medical staff advised that during autumn, when there are significant daily temperature fluctuations, it is important to prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases that react to sudden temperature changes.

 

☆Why do cardiovascular diseases occur?

 

According to data from the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service, the number of patients with acute myocardial infarction increased from approximately 76,000 in 2013 to about 131,000 in 2022, nearly doubling. The average annual growth rate is also high, around 6%. This is largely due to unhealthy lifestyles and the increase in adult diseases.

In particular, recently common conditions such as hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes, as well as risk factors like smoking, lack of exercise, and high-fat dietary habits, are representative risk factors.

 

The most important factor for cardiovascular disease is age, as blood vessels become damaged or narrowed with increasing age, and the likelihood of heart muscle disease increases. Generally, men are known to be at higher risk than women, but after menopause, women's risk also increases.

 

If there is a family history of cardiovascular disease, especially if it occurs at a young age, the risk increases. Smoking leads to a lack of oxygen supply, and the nicotine and various substances absorbed constrict blood vessels and damage the inner walls of the vessels, further progressing arteriosclerosis.

 

High blood pressure and diabetes are known to increase the burden on the heart and promote arteriosclerosis, and a significant number of patients with hypertension and diabetes die from cardiovascular complications.

High cholesterol levels increase plaque formation and promote arteriosclerosis. Overweight increases the burden on the heart and amplifies risks from other risk factors.

 

Professor Lee Han-chul of the National Health Insurance Ilsan Hospital's Cardiology Department stated, "In addition, alcohol consumption can raise blood pressure and cause arrhythmias, contributing to obesity and hyperlipidemia," and added, "Inappropriate eating habits, lack of exercise, and stress are also significant risk factors." He also mentioned, "Recently, many studies have reported that air pollution contributes to the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases."

 

If your heart beats faster and your chest feels tight, you should visit the hospital quickly.

 

The reason why cardiovascular diseases occur quite frequently during seasonal changes is that when the temperature difference between day and night widens, blood vessels suddenly constrict and blood clots form, blocking blood flow, which can increase the risk of angina and acute myocardial infarction.

The most common symptom is

Pressing down on the entire chest

It is a squeezing pain.

Additionally, symptoms include ongoing pain even after resting or taking nitroglycerin.

There are cases where you feel bloated like you have indigestion, or pain extends to your throat, jaw, shoulders, and even the left arm.

 

Kim Kyung-soo, director of the Cardiology Department at Gangnam Pietro Hospital, advised, "Since symptoms vary depending on the person, if you are in a high-risk group for myocardial infarction, it is better not to ignore even minor signals and to properly assess them." He added, "Especially if the severity of the symptoms increases, it is advisable to visit a hospital immediately and undergo specialized tests such as electrocardiograms, myocardial enzyme tests, and echocardiograms, and proceed with treatment."

 

Since there are cases where patients with diabetes or elderly patients experience a myocardial infarction without chest pain, it is important to carefully observe symptoms other than chest pain. If myocardial infarction is suspected, prompt emergency room visit is necessary.

 

Dr. Choi Kyu-young, a specialist at H Plus Yangji Hospital, emphasized, "Acute myocardial infarction can suddenly lead to sudden death, so the golden time is very important. If symptoms such as chest pain and vomiting occur, you should immediately visit the hospital emergency room for emergency treatment and detailed examination."

 

☆No smoking, no drinking, healthy eating habits, and regular exercise are essential

 

When the coronary arteries are blocked, leading to a myocardial infarction, oxygen supply to the brain and other organs is cut off, which can be life-threatening and even result in death. Therefore, it is important to reduce factors that can cause myocardial infarction. Simply changing habits such as switching to a low-salt, low-fat diet and quitting smoking can significantly help lower the risk of myocardial infarction. Additionally, for those at high risk of myocardial infarction, it is advisable to regularly check cardiovascular health.

 

In addition to quitting smoking, abstaining from alcohol, and managing your diet, you should also maintain regular exercise to take care of your health. If you have high blood pressure or diabetes, you should pay close attention to controlling your blood pressure and blood sugar levels. If coronary artery disease has already progressed, you should avoid stress and intense physical activities.

 

Professor Lim Min-woo of the Cardiology Department at Hanlim University Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital said, "Recent studies have shown that stroke survivors often experience depression and are unable to quit smoking or start smoking again," and "More proactive smoking cessation education and treatment are needed for stroke patients with depression symptoms."

 

camila@fnnews.com Reporter Kang Gyumin

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