There is more than one factor that evaluates who is at risk and who is not. The most common risk factors of cardiac diseases are age, family history, lifestyle like weight, diet, frequency of exercise, and other pre-existing conditions such as obesity, deranged lipid profile, high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

Signs and symptoms can vary from person to person. Some of the commonest symptoms of cardiac derangement are Chest pain, Pain in neck, shoulder, jaw, upper abdomen or back; difficulty breathing and numbness or weakness in limbs. In addition, night sweating is also a common sign.

Monitoring heart health and deterring cardiac parameters are easy. Few parameters are:

• Blood glucose levels: Determine the amount of sugar present in the blood before and after a meal. High levels of blood glucose indicate diabetes, which can be a major factor leading to cardiac disease. 

• Blood pressure levels: Detects the force of blood against the walls in the blood vessels. Your systolic (the higher number) and your diastolic (the lower number) can be measured by a device called the sphygmomanometer (manual and or digital). Deranged blood pressure is a very common and most ignored disorder, which can lead to heart disease.

• Lipid profile: Measures the cholesterol amounts in the body. High levels of Low-density Lipid (bad cholesterol) can block the artery, thus requiring immediate intervention.

Early screening and diagnosis are better than cure; thus, every individual with or without risk factors should consult a heart specialist. Our panel consists of the best cardiologist in town and are available 24/7 to consult what is best for your heart.