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Doctor Warns About This ‘Under-Appreciated’ Heart Disease Symptom
TODAY.com • • health
Key Points:
- Shortness of breath, or dyspnea, is an important but often overlooked symptom of heart disease that can gradually worsen and disrupt daily activities or even wake a person at night.
- This symptom may indicate serious conditions such as heart attack or heart failure, where the heart cannot pump or fill with blood effectively.
- Additional signs like swelling in the ankles combined with shortness of breath could signal inefficient heart function, warranting prompt medical evaluation.
- Doctors advise monitoring how breathlessness affects routine tasks like climbing stairs or walking, especially if it worsens over time, and to discuss these changes with a healthcare provider.
- Early recognition and cardiac evaluation are crucial for managing potential heart issues and preventing further complications.
