Nature has provided such protection to women, due to which young women are at less risk of heart attack than men. But, after menopause, the risk of heart attack in women becomes the same as that of men. But, it is a matter of concern that despite this natural protection, cases of heart attacks have increased among young women and the reason for this is their lifestyle, smoking and stress.
Heart disease is increasing rapidly in women
At present, heart disease is no longer limited to men only, its level is increasing rapidly in women also. According to statistics, the number of women dying from heart disease is increasing rapidly around the world. This problem is becoming more serious in developing countries like India. Despite this, there seems to be a kind of indifference and lack of awareness about heart disease among women.
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special type of protection for women
According to reports released by the World Health Organization (WHO) and many other institutions, heart disease is a leading cause of death in women. Especially women after 40 years are vulnerable to this disease. Dr KK Talwar, cardiologist at PSRI Hospital, said that nature has given a special kind of protection to women, a hormone is secreted in them which protects them from heart attacks at an early age.
Risk increases after menopause
Dr. Talwar said that with increasing age, the risk of heart disease increases in women due to hormonal changes such as after menopause. Apart from this, modern lifestyle, stress, lack of physical activities, wrong eating habits and smoking also cause increasing levels of this disease. Apart from this, the use of oral contraceptives in women is also increasing the risk of heart attack in young women.
Sometimes a clot forms suddenly
Doctor Talwar said that sometimes coronary blockage is seen in women. A clot suddenly forms, but its cause is not known. That is why it is called idiopathic. The doctor said that lack of awareness about heart disease among women is an important reason why the disease is not taken seriously.
identifying symptoms
Symptoms of heart disease in women may differ from men. While severe chest pain is a common symptom in men, in women this pain can be mild, which often goes unnoticed. Additionally, symptoms such as shortness of breath, extreme fatigue, and stomach pain are usually ignored.
Lack of awareness due to these reasons
- There is a lack of information related to heart disease among women. Many women consider it to be only a men's disease and do not pay attention to it.
- Women are often busy taking care of their families and do not give priority to their health. They ignore their health until the situation becomes serious.
- In some societies, women do not talk openly about their health problems. Due to this, they are not able to consult a doctor on time, due to which the situation becomes even more serious.
need to raise awareness
- Special health education programs should be organized for women, providing information about symptoms of heart disease, prevention measures and health check-ups.
- Women should get themselves checked for heart disease from time to time, especially after the age of 40.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption, eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. With this, the risk of heart disease can be reduced to a great extent.
- To avoid stress and depression, it is important to give priority to mental health.
