1. Chest Pain
The feeling of pressure and squeezing in the front part of the chest, and especially the feeling of this pain, which comes during an effort or movement and disappears completely with rest, gives the patient and the doctor a clue about heart disease. This pain can sometimes spread to the left shoulder, inner part of the left arm, neck or lower jaw, and between the shoulder blades on the back, or may be felt primarily in this area. These are usually caused by effort or exercise (such as walking, running). It occurs during ) and goes away with rest (in less than 5 minutes). However, if the same pain occurs while sitting, eating, or sleeping, this is a sign of a more serious heart disease (heart attack). This situation requires immediate use of an ambulance to the nearest heart center or hospital emergency room. Since there is a life-threatening situation, the most effective intervention in this case can be done in hospitals.
2. Shortness of Breath
It is the feeling of rapid breathing and still not being able to breathe comfortably, usually during walking and running (air hunger). As with complaints of chest pain, shortness of breath may occur at rest and may be a sign of serious heart disease. However, some lung diseases (such as asthma, emphysema) can cause similar symptoms, and it may be very difficult to understand whether the real cause is from the heart or the lungs. In such cases, a heart specialist may need to perform further examinations (sometimes even working with a lung specialist) to determine the patient's real problem.
3. Palpitations
Suddenly high heart rate (such as 100-300 beats per minute)or very low heart rate (such as 30-40 beats per minute) It is the feeling of palpitation felt in the place where the heart is located in the rib cage as a result of or due to irregular heartbeats.
4. Syncope (Fainting)
It is a sudden loss of consciousness, usually while standing, falling to the ground and coming to consciousness after a short time. It can be a symptom of extremely serious heart disease or can be caused by many other, less serious causes.
5. Swelling in the Feet (Edema)
It is swelling due to water accumulation in both ankles, on the top of the foot or in the front part of the lower leg. It may be due to advanced heart failure, or it may be due to liver and kidney disorders. It definitely needs to be investigated.
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