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Ischaemic means reduce blood supply. Ischaemic heart disease means to reduce blood supply to heart muscles. Coronary arteries are the main supplier of blood to heart muscles. Mainly ischemic heart disease is caused by aero sclerosis means deposition of cholesterol into arteries leads to reduce blood supply to heart muscles causes narrowing of arteries. results in the death of heart muscles, tissues resulting in heart failure or heart attack.

We know that heart is main organ present in the body who only one supply of blood to all other organs. any defect in heart immediately affects the supply of oxygen to vital organs like kidney, liver, brain, leads to the death of tissue in that organ and then after the failure of that organ.

Causes-

• Smoking
• Diabetes
• Hyperlipidemia
• Hypertensio
• Stress
• Hereditary factors
• Lack of exercise
• Overweight

Symptoms

• Pain in chest, neck, arm and shoulder region
• Dyspnoea
• Sweating
• Swelling of extremities
• Headache
• Cough
• Fatigue

Treatment –

• Beta blockers- like propranolol, atenolol, timolol
• Organic nitrates like isosorbide dinitrates isosorbide mononitrates
• Calcium channel blockers like amlodipine, nifedipine
• Statins like Atorvastatin, Ruvuastatin
• Aspirin

Prevention-

• Healthy diet
• Regular exercise
• Avoid Smoking
• Maintainance of weight
• Yoga and meditation

Coronary heart disease treatment and prevention

Coronary heart disease treatment and prevention

Ayurvedic Concept-

The heart is mulsthan of rasavah strotas  rasa dhatu is formed from gastric juice. Vitiated rasa dhatu go into the heart and leads to blockages of small channels result in IHD.

Rasa dhatu is vitiated by mandagni, improper digestion, overeating and mental stress and tension.

The heart is also the site of sadhatc pitta  sadhak pitta is responsible for knowledge intelligence and self-consciousness. Avalmbaka kapha also sited in chest is responsible for intake strength and by the power of essence of food. It provides nourishment and lubrication of tissues.

Prana vayu is responsible for Rasa – rakta sanhanam means blood circulation. Hence when we thought about heart disease we all first think about all above dhatus also.

Treatment

•  Ayurvedic treatment provide restoring of digestion to prevent formation of amma i.e toxins in body
•  Cleansing of strotras channels
• Toning and strengthening of heart muscles
• Nourishment of tissues and cells of rejuvenation
• Relaxation of mind

Ayurvedic medicines recommended are

•  Arjuna – It has many cardio vascular properties, antioxidant and reduces cholestrol level.
•  Punarnava – It acts as a diuretic . it reduces swelling and fluid overload of heart.
• Dalchini- It acts as vasodilator it also reduces cholesterol level.
• Ashwagandha – It has anti-inflammatory and anti tumor property. Ashwagandha provides strength to heart muscles and promotes the health of the heart.
• Shankhapushpi – It relieves stress and tension. It has antioxidant properties.
• Rason – Prevents oxidation of LDL cholesterol and liver from producing excess fat and cholesterol.

Heart failure is a condition in which the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. Heart failure does not mean that your heart has stopped or is about to stop working. It means that your heart is not able to pump blood the way it should. It can affect one or both sides of the heart.

The weakening of the heart's pumping ability causes

• Blood and fluid to back up into the lungs
• The buildup of fluid in the feet, ankles and legs - called edema
• Tiredness and shortness of breath

Common causes of heart failure are coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. It is more common in people who are 65 years old or older, African Americans, people who are overweight, and people who have had a heart attack. Men have a higher rate of heart failure than women.

Your doctor will diagnose heart failure by doing a physical exam and heart tests. Treatment includes treating the underlying cause of your heart failure, medicines, and heart transplantation if other treatments fail.

Symptoms of heart failure include:

1. Shortness of breath
2. Fatigue
3. Lightheadedness
4. Exercise intolerance
5. Loss of appetite
6. Nausea
7. Coughing (or chronic cough)
8. Wheezing
9. Pounding or racing heart
10. Excessive tiredness
11. Confusion
12. Problems thinking
13. Swelling in the ankles
14. Swelling in the abdomen
15. Chest pain

Symptoms are usually worse at night when lying flat. Symptoms are very similar for systolic and diastolic heart failure. Your doctor may need further testing to see which type you have.

What are the risk factors for heart failure?

The most common risk factors for heart failure include:

• Coronary artery disease
• Previous heart attack
• Heart valve problems
• Cardiomyopathy
• Other major risk factors include:
• High blood pressure
• Genetics (congenital heart defects)
• Infections (especially viral infections)
• Obesity

Less well recognized risk factors of heart failure include:

• Sleep apnea
• Nutrient deficiencies
• An unhealthy diet (low in antioxidant vegetables and high in animal fats)
• Stress
• Lack of exercise

Heart blockage treatment without surgery in India

Heart blockage treatment without surgery in India

What causes heart failure?

The cause of heart failure is a weakened or thickened cardiac muscle. For example, in chronic high blood pressure (hypertension), the heart must pump extra forcefully against the additional blood pressure. First it becomes enlarged and thickened. But over time, the heart weakens, scarring (fibrosis) develops, and it becomes less efficient at pumping. It can become larger (dilated) and weak or thickened and stiff. When the risk factors for heart failure are present, there usually is inflammatory stress, which further damages the cardiac muscle depleting cells of energy and antioxidants.

What are heart failure stages or classifications?

While doctors define heart failure in stages or classifications, it represents a progression of heart muscle weakness. Sometimes people refer to this process as chronic heart failure but technically that term isn't correct.

The New York Heart Association (NYHA) puts the stages of heart failure into four classifications:

• Class I: no limitations in activity. Normal activities can be performed.
• Class II: mild limitations and mild symptoms with activity; no symptoms at rest
• Class III: noticeable limitations in activity; only comfortable at rest
• Class IV: symptoms occur at any level of activity and uncomfortable even resting

The American Heart Association along with the American College of Cardiology grades heart failure in four stages, and takes into account that heart failure can be present even before symptoms appear:

• Stage A: No heart failure, but at high risk due to another medical condition that can lead to heart failure, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, or coronary artery disease.
• Stage B: The heart has been damaged by the patient's other medical condition(s) or other factors, but no symptoms are present yet.
• Stage C: The heart is damaged and the patient is experiencing heart failure symptoms.
• Stage D: The patient has severe heart failure that requires specialized care, despite receiving treatment (end-stage).

How is heart failure diagnosed?

• Heart failure can be diagnosed by physical exam, reported symptoms, or chest X-ray.
• An echocardiogram test can identify a low ejection fraction or a thickened, stiff heart muscle.
• Echocardiograms may be used to distinguish between systolic and diastolic types of heart failure.
• Blood tests such as BNP (beta naturetic peptide) suggest heart failure.
• Algorithms and guidelines exist to score and weigh signs and symptoms to help make the diagnosis.

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