Tuesday 17 April 2012

Post 2- Symptoms

 
People who get Rheumatic Heart Disease sometimes end up very sick but it does not always cause symptoms. 

This depends on the severity of  the heart disease and also whether the patient is taking their medication regularly and when they're supposed to. This is particularly important as the medication prevents the rheumatic heart disease from getting worse and prevents the following symptoms: 
  • Chest pain
  • Heart palpitations
  • Breathlessness on exertion
  • Breathing problems when lying down
  • Waking from sleep with the need to sit or stand up
  • Swelling
  • Fainting

You should see your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.


2 comments:

  1. Thank you for posting this article. I have been trying to learn more about this disease and its symptoms, but everywhere I search I feel like everything is just a jumble of information. I am glad that you posted this very helpful and straightforward information. I have cardiovascular disease in Humble TX, and was just curious learning about other diseases of the heart. Thank you.

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  2. Chest pain
    Heart palpitations
    Breathlessness on exertion
    Breathing problems when lying down
    Waking from sleep with the need to sit or stand up
    Swelling
    Fainting Are the exact symptoms of heart attack...
    Thank you for the stroll through such an interesting topic

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