What are the symptoms of myocardial infarction and cerebral infarction?
Disease description:
The elderly in my family have hypertension and diabetes. I heard that these conditions make it easier to experience cerebral infarction and myocardial infarction. Could you please tell me what are the early warning signs of cerebral infarction and myocardial infarction?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Common symptoms of myocardial infarction include:
1. Chest pain: This is a typical symptom of myocardial infarction, often presenting as a crushing pain in the chest area, which may radiate to the arms, shoulders, back, and other areas.
2. Palpitations: Irregular heartbeat may occur due to damage or death of myocardial cells, causing a sensation of palpitations.
3. Shortness of breath: Breathing may quicken due to decreased myocardial contractility in an attempt to meet the body's oxygen demands.
4. Nausea or vomiting: Some patients may experience stomach discomfort, nausea, or vomiting.
5. Dizziness or fainting: Patients may feel dizzy, weak, or as if they are about to faint.
Symptoms of cerebral infarction (brain infarction):
1. Sudden weakness or numbness in the face, arms, or legs, especially on one side of the body.
2. Headache: Sudden, severe headache may occur due to impaired cerebral circulation, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting.
3. Difficulty walking: Loss of balance or coordination, with an unsteady gait.
4. Speech impairment: Slurred speech and difficulty understanding language.
