We need to pay special attention to the signals our heart sends. Some unexpected symptoms may point to a heart problem. For example:
Chronic cough: if a cough unrelated to the throat or lungs does not stop with medication, it means the cardiovascular system is not working well and is not supplying the lungs with enough blood and oxygen.
Edema: when the heart does not circulate blood efficiently, blood stays in the veins too long and stagnates, which makes the legs swell. In addition, when the heart weakens, the kidneys do not work well either, which causes swelling of the hands and feet.
Loss of appetite, nausea: fluid buildup in the chest due to heart failure can often cause symptoms such as loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, heartburn, belching, and nausea.
Eczema: surprisingly, 48% of patients with skin conditions such as eczema have high blood pressure or cholesterol problems.
If you frequently get up to urinate at night, consider your heart as well as your kidneys.
Information on this site is general and does not replace an examination by a doctor.