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When there is a accumulation of fat, cholesterol and other substances in the heart veins i.e. coronary arteries, it is called blockage in the heart. This condition is also called "atherosclerosis". This deposition slowly slows down the blood flow, due to which the heart does not get sufficient amount of oxygen and nutrients. There is also a risk of heart attack or cardiac arrest when blockage increased over time. Often this problem develops gradually and its symptoms can be very modest or uncommon in the beginning, causing people to ignore it. Let us know why there is a blockage in the heart, what are its symptoms and how can it be avoided.

There can be many reasons for heart blockage, the main one, poor lifestyle. Excessive oily and fat -rich food, smoking, alcohol intake, lack of exercise and frequent stress promotes blockage. Apart from this, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes are also special causes of this problem. A person can have this problem with a genetic factor, especially if someone in the family has been having heart disease. With aging, the flexibility of the veins decreases, which increases the risk of blockage. This problem can be serious and can prove to be fatal by not paying attention to these reasons in time.

What are the symptoms of blockage in the heart?

Dr. Ajit Jain in Cardiology Department at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital It is said that the symptoms of blockage in the heart depend on the person's physical condition and the severity of blockage. Initially, there may be minor complaints like mild fatigue or breathlessness, which people often ignore. But when the blockage starts increasing, chest pain, pressure or irritation is felt, especially during walking or hard work. This pain can spread to the left hand, neck, jaw or back.

In addition, symptoms such as fatigue, nervousness, sweating, dizziness, shortness of breath and heart rate irregular may appear. Some people may feel the heaviness in the chest even while sleeping. If such symptoms are seen again and again, it can be a sign of heart blockage. In such a situation, get a doctor checked immediately.

How to rescue?

Take a healthy diet.

Exercise at least 30 minutes daily.

Avoid smoking and alcohol completely.

Get blood pressure, cholesterol and sugar tested periodically.

Do meditation or yoga to reduce stress.

Get at least 8 hours of sleep daily.