Myocardial ischemia in young women

We often hear the term myocardial ischemia. The first time I heard this term was when I was in my 20s, so I looked into it. A lot of information showed that myocardial ischemia might be coronary heart disease, and I was scared. But in fact, this understanding is one-sided? Let’s learn some relevant knowledge about myocardial ischemia.

What is myocardial ischemia?

Myocardial ischemia mainly refers to a pathological condition in which the heart's blood perfusion is reduced, resulting in reduced cardiac oxygen production, abnormal cardiac oxidative phosphorylation, and inability to support normal cardiac function. The energy required for cardiac activity is almost entirely provided by aerobic metabolism, so even in a quiet state, the heart's oxygen uptake rate is very high (about 70%). Under normal circumstances, the body can regulate itself to make blood supply relatively stable and ensure the normal operation of the heart. When certain reasons cause an imbalance in the blood supply and demand of the heart, it constitutes true myocardial ischemia.

How do young people develop myocardial ischemia?

One of the main causes of myocardial ischemia is aging. Many patients with myocardial ischemia are elderly, but the existence of young people is not ruled out.

1. Gender affects the probability of myocardial ischemia to a certain extent.

According to incomplete clinical statistics, male patients with myocardial ischemia drink more alcohol than female patients. According to research, women are less likely to suffer from myocardial ischemia because their bodies are rich in estrogen, which can effectively resist atherosclerosis and reduce myocardial ischemia. Therefore, men are more likely to suffer from myocardial ischemia than women.

2. One of the key factors affecting myocardial ischemia in young people is physical fitness

People with poor physical fitness have relatively weaker system functions than others and are easily injured. Even after a little exercise, they feel short of breath and exhausted. This group of people have poor physical fitness and are more likely to suffer from myocardial ischemia.

3. The second key factor affecting myocardial ischemia in young people - irregular work and rest habits

Nowadays, many people have the habit of not liking to eat breakfast. They eat breakfast perfunctorily, often skipping one meal and eating the next. Irregular diet, coupled with the lack of attention to exercise in daily life, will lead to the decline of body functions in the long run, thus causing myocardial ischemia.

4. Obese people are more likely to suffer from myocardial ischemia.

5. Friends who are under too much mental stress are also more likely to stimulate the occurrence of myocardial ischemia. This group of people are in a state of tension and anxiety for a long time due to the high pressure in daily life or work.

6. Diseases of the heart or vascular system will directly affect heart function. This group of people is more likely to suffer from myocardial ischemia.

Myocardial ischemia is a relatively serious disease that may affect our lives at any time. Once you find something wrong with your body, you should seek treatment in time. Don't wait until the disease has spread to the bone marrow to regret it, which is of no avail. At the same time, you should also pay attention to the causes of myocardial ischemia in your daily life. You should pay more attention to protecting your heart and other organs in your daily life.

Of course, if you encounter such symptoms, don't be too anxious. See a doctor for examination as soon as possible. Don't rush to choose a doctor. Minor problems can be treated by nursing. If the problem is not very serious, just pay attention to diet, exercise, and maintain a stable schedule.