Angina pectoris and myocardial infarction are two common cardiovascular diseases that cause great pain and danger to patients, so it is important to identify and master the correct first aid methods in time. In this article, we will give you a detailed description of how to easily distinguish angina pectoris from a myocardial infarction, as well as the corresponding first aid measures.
1. Angina pectoris.
Angina pectoris is a temporary chest pain caused by insufficient blood supply to the coronary arteries. It is characterized by episodic, positional, pressure, or constriction and usually lasts 1 to 5 minutes and rarely exceeds 15 minutes. Attacks of angina tend to occur after physical activity, emotional agitation, cold, or a heavy meal, especially in the morning.
1.Ways to identify angina.
1) Location of pain: The pain of angina pectoris is usually located behind the sternum and can radiate to the left shoulder, arm, neck, jaw and upper abdomen.
2) Nature of pain: The pain of angina pectoris is a feeling of pressure or tightness, and sometimes it may also manifest as a burning or stinging sensation.
3) Duration of pain: The pain of angina usually lasts 1-5 minutes and rarely exceeds 15 minutes.
4) Pain triggers: Angina pectoris attacks often occur after physical activity, emotional agitation, cold, or a full meal, especially in the morning.
2.First aid measures.
1) Stop your activities immediately and find a safe place to sit or lie down.
2) Take nitroglycerin in time, generally sublingual nitroglycerin can be relieved within 1-3 minutes.
3) If symptoms persist, call 120 for ambulance** immediately and wait for an ambulance to arrive.
2. Myocardial infarction. Myocardial infarction, also known as myocardial infarction, is a pathological process in which myocardial tissue is ischemic and hypoxigen-necrotic due to blockage of coronary artery blood flow. The pain of a myocardial infarction is more severe and lasts longer than angina, and is not relieved by rest and taking nitroglycerin.
1.How to identify a myocardial infarction.
1) Pain location: The pain site of myocardial infarction is the same as angina, located behind the sternum, and can radiate to the left shoulder, arm, neck, jaw and upper abdomen.
2) Nature of pain: The pain of myocardial infarction is more intense, it is a feeling of pressure, tightness or burning, and it is sometimes mistaken for severe angina.
3) Duration of pain: The pain duration of myocardial infarction is long, usually more than 15 minutes, and even up to several hours.
4) Pain triggers: The onset of myocardial infarction may be similar to angina, but sometimes it can occur in a quiet state or during sleep.
2.First aid measures.
1) Stop your activities immediately and find a safe place to sit or lie down.
2) Call 120 Ambulance** in time to inform the doctor of the symptoms and location.
3) If you have nitroglycerin at home, you can take one tablet, but do not dispose of it yourself and wait for the ambulance to arrive.
4) Stay calm, avoid getting emotional, and wait for the ambulance to arrive.
3. Prevention of angina pectoris and myocardial infarction.
1.Eat a healthy diet: Maintain a low-fat, low-salt, high-fiber diet and eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
2.Moderate exercise: Engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week, such as brisk walking, running, swimming, etc.
3.Quit smoking and limit alcohol: Both nicotine and alcohol in tobacco can have adverse effects on the cardiovascular system.
4.Weight control: Maintain a normal weight and avoid obesity.
5.Manage blood pressure: High blood pressure is an important risk factor for angina and myocardial infarction, and it is important to seek medical attention and take antihypertensive drugs as directed.
6.Blood sugar control: Diabetic patients are at high risk of angina and myocardial infarction and should seek medical attention promptly to control blood sugar levels.
In conclusion, angina pectoris and myocardial infarction are two serious cardiovascular diseases, and it is important to know the correct identification methods and first aid measures. I hope that everyone will be vigilant, pay attention to their physical condition, seek medical attention in time, and reduce the risk of disease. At the same time, maintain a healthy lifestyle to prevent the occurrence of angina pectoris and myocardial infarction.
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