Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Rector Advisor, Vice Dean, and Faculty Member - Istanbul Kent University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Departmant of Pharmocology
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer -  University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal
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"Recognizing the symptoms of heart diseases early and applying the correct first aid steps can help preserve vital functions until professional medical help arrives."
Symptoms and First Aid for Heart Disease

Symptoms and First Aid for Heart Disease

DiseaseSymptomsFirst Response
Coronary Artery DiseaseChest pain (angina), shortness of breath, fatigueCall emergency services, chew aspirin, rest
Heart FailureShortness of breath, swelling in legs, extreme fatigueElevate legs, fluid restriction, consult a doctor
Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)Chest pain, sweating, shortness of breath, nauseaCall emergency services, chew aspirin, keep the patient calm, loosen tight clothing
ArrhythmiaPalpitations, dizziness, faintingStay calm, take deep breaths, apply to emergency services
CardiomyopathyShortness of breath, swelling in legs, palpitationsLay the patient down, refer to emergency services
Valvular Heart DiseaseShortness of breath, fatigue, palpitationsCall emergency services, lay the patient down and rest, refer to a doctor
PericarditisChest pain, dry cough, fever, fatigueCall emergency services, pain relievers can be given, rest

Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Rector Advisor, Vice Dean, and Faculty Member - Istanbul Kent University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Departmant of Pharmocology
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer -  University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal