Reported 12 months ago
As temperatures rise in summer, the risk of dehydration leading to blood clotting and potentially causing acute myocardial infarction also increases. Dr. Lin Wei-Wen, Director of Cardiology and Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Tainan Hospital, emphasized the importance of staying hydrated to prevent thickening of blood due to dehydration. Dehydration can impact blood circulation, increase the workload on the heart, and lead to heart rhythm issues or heart failure. Dr. Lin advised staying hydrated throughout the day, especially for individuals working outdoors in high temperatures, encouraging the intake of fluids containing electrolytes to maintain balance. Sudden temperature changes, such as going from hot outdoors to cold air-conditioned indoors, can also trigger heart-related symptoms like palpitations and chest tightness. Dr. Lin highlighted the need for lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of heart disease, recommending a healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking, excessive drinking, and late nights. He stressed that heart diseases are not limited to the elderly and can affect a wide age range, urging individuals with risk factors like hypertension, family history, diabetes, and obesity to undergo regular health checks starting from the age of 30 to detect any underlying issues early.
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