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At the same time, I was wondering if anyone had increased the heat because I was sweating, but sweaty. Standing up to check the thermostat, I was overwhelmed by both a wave of nausea and a shocking heaviness in the chest. I found myself in my bed and I lay there hoping that it would pass. What I felt instead was a strange rhythm that pulsates in my back and under my ribcage.
Out of breath, I took the phone and called a member of my family. She told me that she was going to come in and unlock the door but, thankfully, she also decided to call an ambulance. I must have lost consciousness because I also remember seeing paramedics stand over me. They had arrived before my family members arrived there.
It was a confusing journey to the hospital. My heart rate was around 283 beats per minute and it would not go down. At the triage, they quickly began testing to try to slow my heart. Finally, the Valsalva maneuver, in which you press as if you were giving birth (and, thankfully, I knew exactly how to do it), lowered my heart rate to a high but acceptable level.
After this attack, two more would occur and I learned that I was suffering from atrial fibrillation and flutter and several other complications. Their first attempt to correct the congenital malformation at the root of the problem failed because the problem was more complex than expected. They brought in a specialist from the next big city to perform a cardiac ablation which eventually helped me get out of Digoxin and start rebuilding my life.
I was young and I did not expect anything like it, especially so early in life. It took me a long time to walk around the block without getting fooled. Tired all the time, I was afraid of too much excitement or over-spending because I no longer trusted my heart. Every pinch in the chest, every heartburn crisis made me call my cardiologist or electrocardiologist.
It's been two decades and I have six kids, juggling a lot of jobs and playing sports all the time. I always pay attention to how I feel and I run at a pace that most people consider a brisk walk, but I am here and I live my life to the fullest.
If I had not taken my symptoms seriously, if I thought I was "too young" for a heart problem, I probably would not be here today.
It's World Heart Day
September 29 of each year since 2012, World Heart Day has been celebrated around the world. The mission is to reduce the number of deaths related to cardiovascular disease and raise awareness of the risks .
Created by the World Heart Federation, the goal is to educate the world's citizens about the benefits of controlling risk factors such as "smoking, unhealthy eating and physical inactivity", as this can help prevent "At least 80% of premature deaths from stroke."
Facts about heart disease
According to American Heart Association"Cardiovascular disease, considered the underlying cause of death, accounts for nearly 836,546 deaths in the United States. That's about one in three deaths in the United States. So do not be surprised that this is the main cause of death in America. Take a look at these sobering statistics.
- An American dies of cardiovascular disease every 38 seconds.
- Heart disease accounts for 1 in 7 deaths in the United States.
- Cardiovascular disease kills more than all forms of cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease combined.
This is not only the case in America. In fact, cardiovascular disease is the leading global cause of death and, in 2015, killed more than 17.9 million people worldwide. Surprisingly, this number is expected to increase by more than 23.6 million by 2030.
Act now
We know that it is a major problem in our society. Do not wait for cardiovascular disease to take over, take action to protect your health now. In addition to regular checks, never neglect something that does not suit you. If you have any concerns that you are concerned about, consult a health professional immediately.
You can also be proactive reduce your risk and improve your chances of survival during a medical emergency. Here are some things you can do:
- Eat a healthy diet for the heart.
- Exercise regularly.
- Stop smoking.
- Limit your consumption of alcohol.
- Losing weight.
- Manage your blood pressure and your blood sugar.
- Reduce stress
Rome was not built in a day, so do not feel obliged to change your whole life overnight. Start with small changes and make your health a priority. Think about my story and remember that cardiovascular disease can strike at any age. Commit to making positive changes in your life today.
Good world day of the heart!
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At the same time, I was wondering if anyone had increased the heat because I was sweating, but sweaty. Standing up to check the thermostat, I was overwhelmed by both a wave of nausea and a shocking heaviness in the chest. I found myself in my bed and I lay there hoping that it would pass. What I felt instead was a strange rhythm that pulsates in my back and under my ribcage.
Out of breath, I took the phone and called a member of my family. She told me that she was going to come in and unlock the door but, thankfully, she also decided to call an ambulance. I must have lost consciousness because I also remember seeing paramedics stand over me. They had arrived before my family members arrived there.
It was a confusing journey to the hospital. My heart rate was around 283 beats per minute and it would not go down. At the triage, they quickly began testing to try to slow my heart. Finally, the Valsalva maneuver, in which you press as if you were giving birth (and, thankfully, I knew exactly how to do it), lowered my heart rate to a high but acceptable level.
After this attack, two more would occur and I learned that I was suffering from atrial fibrillation and flutter and several other complications. Their first attempt to correct the congenital malformation at the root of the problem failed because the problem was more complex than expected. They brought in a specialist from the next big city to perform a cardiac ablation which eventually helped me get out of Digoxin and start rebuilding my life.
I was young and I did not expect anything like it, especially so early in life. It took me a long time to walk around the block without getting fooled. Tired all the time, I was afraid of too much excitement or over-spending because I no longer trusted my heart. Every pinch in the chest, every heartburn crisis made me call my cardiologist or electrocardiologist.
It's been two decades and I have six kids, juggling a lot of jobs and playing sports all the time. I always pay attention to how I feel and I run at a pace that most people consider a brisk walk, but I am here and I live my life to the fullest.
If I had not taken my symptoms seriously, if I thought I was "too young" for a heart problem, I probably would not be here today.
It's World Heart Day
September 29 of each year since 2012, World Heart Day has been celebrated around the world. The mission is to reduce the number of deaths related to cardiovascular disease and raise awareness of the risks .
Created by the World Heart Federation, the goal is to educate the world's citizens about the benefits of controlling risk factors such as "smoking, unhealthy eating and physical inactivity", as this can help prevent "At least 80% of premature deaths from stroke."
Facts about heart disease
According to American Heart Association"Cardiovascular disease, considered the underlying cause of death, accounts for nearly 836,546 deaths in the United States. That's about one in three deaths in the United States. So do not be surprised that this is the main cause of death in America. Take a look at these sobering statistics.
- An American dies of cardiovascular disease every 38 seconds.
- Heart disease accounts for 1 in 7 deaths in the United States.
- Cardiovascular disease kills more than all forms of cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease combined.
This is not only the case in America. In fact, cardiovascular disease is the leading global cause of death and, in 2015, killed more than 17.9 million people worldwide. Surprisingly, this number is expected to increase by more than 23.6 million by 2030.
Act now
We know that it is a major problem in our society. Do not wait for cardiovascular disease to take over, take action to protect your health now. In addition to regular checks, never neglect something that does not suit you. If you have any concerns that you are concerned about, consult a health professional immediately.
You can also be proactive reduce your risk and improve your chances of survival during a medical emergency. Here are some things you can do:
- Eat a healthy diet for the heart.
- Exercise regularly.
- Stop smoking.
- Limit your consumption of alcohol.
- Losing weight.
- Manage your blood pressure and your blood sugar.
- Reduce stress
Rome was not built in a day, so do not feel obliged to change your whole life overnight. Start with small changes and make your health a priority. Think about my story and remember that cardiovascular disease can strike at any age. Commit to making positive changes in your life today.
Good world day of the heart!
