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A heart attack is known as a myocardial infarction. This occurs when the heart muscle is damaged or does not receive enough oxygen. Many cardiac related problems occur due to blockages in arteries that carry purified blood away from the heart to different parts of the body. Another cause is the formation of blood clots. Very often, it is quite difficult to differentiate between a heart attack and heartburn.

The common signs of a heart attack are a tightness, pain, or discomfort in the chest. Sweating, nausea, and vomiting that are accompanied by intense pressure in the chest. A radiating and intense pain in the chest that extends from the chest to the left arm. A shortness of breath for more than a few minutes. If you have any of the above you must consult the doctor or go to the emergency rooms.

If you even think you are having a heart attack you must call for a cardiac care ambulance, and put under your tongue a sorbitrate or chew an aspirin. If you are allergic to aspirin don’t take one. It is critical to have EMS alerted and on its way as soon as possible. A heart attack victims best chance for survival is an AED and necessary drugs that can only come from medical professionals.

At the hospital care will include rapid thrombolysis, cardiac catheterization, and angioplasty. They will also administer intravenously clot busting medications.

The risk factors for a heart attack include: smoking, diabetes, high levels of cholesterol, hypertension, history of heart diseases, atherosclerosis, lack of exercise, obesity, and fast foods.

Meditation is a practice that will also help you live a healthy lifestyle. By incorporating relaxation and breathing techniques into your life you can lower your stress level. In spite of making lifestyle changes, you will still need to follow up with your doctor in order to be evaluated for your heart?s condition. This is one of the best ways to make sure you are healthy, and to get advise for how much you need to do.

Statistics from the American Heart Association show that heart disease affects 48.8 million people every year. Out of that number, 940,000 will die from heart disease and complications. You can help prevent heart disease by leading a healthy lifestyle. Finding a balance with work and pleasure extends one?s life expectancy. Stop watching those sports! Go outside and play instead. You?ll have the benefit of exercise and interaction with your friends and family.