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India has highest number of heart patients in world: Dr Bali

PNS

India may soon turn into world capital of coronary artery diseases,  renowned interventional cardiologist Dr H K Bali, Chairman Cardiac Sciences, Paras Superspecialty Hospital Panchkula, said here pointing out that of the estimated population of 1.30 billion in India, about 45 million people suffer from heart ailments (coronary artery disease).

Talking to reporters at a press meet about Panchkula's first center of Excellence for Cardiac Sciences along with other specialists, Dr Bali  said heart disease has escalated among the younger generation with a significant risk in both males and females. Number of young Indians are suffering from coronary artery disease, owing to their poor lifestyle, and if this continues the future looks even more dangerous.

Sharing his experiences of more than 30 years in cardiology with 15000 cardiac interventions, he added that till a decade ago, the doctors hardly came across young patients with heart problems. "Now, we get many cases where people in the 25-35 age group are diagnosed with heart disease." he said.

He gave details about the cardiac health facilities available  at Paras Super specialty  Panchukula to help people live healthy.

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  • Chest Discomfort -pain, tightness, or pressure in your chest.
  • Nausea, Indigestion, Heartburn, or Stomach Pain.
  • Pain that Spreads to the arm.
  • Dizziness or sudden drop in blood pressure.
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  • Breathlessness on brisk walking or climbing stairs.
  • Excessive Snoring or Obstructive Sleep apnea.
  • Sweating for no obvious reasons.
  • Irregular Heart Beat.
  • Long lasting cough with white on Pink mucus – signs of early Heart Failure.
  • Swelling in Legs, Feet & Ankles.

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  • Don’t Smoke.
  • Know your Risks – Hypertension, Diabetes & Cholesterol
  • Maintain Healthy weight.
  • Exercise Regularly.
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