According to a CMAJ study, 29 percent of cardiac arrests in athletes showed pre-seizure symptoms. The symptoms of the red flag we should counteract are as follows:
It is a common syndrome today for young runners and healthy people to suddenly get cardiac arrest in marathons or sports competitions. Is it possible to see no symptoms in people who experience a sudden cardiac arrest? A review conducted in CMAJ pointed to investigations and guidelines to be followed at such times. According to the report, the rate of sudden cardiac arrest in athletes is 0.75 per 1
Why are cardiac arrests happening? Blood flow to the heart. Nearly 90 percent of people with sudden cardiac arrest die on the spot, as stated by the American Heart Association. There are no specific triggers for cardiac arrest. The only cause, however, is a blood clot in the artery that carries blood to the heart. In simpler terms, it is a plumbing affair of the heart sufficient to take life.
It is important to understand and identify the triggers that may be the cause of sudden cardiac arrest. It is also important to identify those who are prone to cardiac arrest. According to the study, there are some red flags associated with this syndrome.
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Here are some of the risk factors to watch out for:
- Unexpected shortness of breath during exercise
- Tensive chest  Additional pressure, pain or discomfort in the body that only occurs during exercise
- Unconsciousness during exercise
- 19659010] Increased palpitation or rapid heartbeat in a person
- Dizziness, fainting or drowsiness during exercise  Also read: How to fight the symptoms of heart failure
These symptoms occur during exercise You should undergo a medical examination to rule out the risk of cardiac arrest. Despite the severity, there is no specific screening to detect these abnormalities in people with little or no history of the heart. With an increase in such cases, however, there is an urgent need for athletes to have themselves regularly examined and ask questions such as:
- Did you ever feel dizzy or faint while training?
- Was there a case of unexpected respiratory arrest during or immediately after exercise?
- Are there family members with a history of heart disease?
- Did your blood relatives have a sudden cardiac arrest?
In case of cardiac arrest in athletes, AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) must be present at major sporting events. This is used to deliver an electric shock to the heart through the chest, usually resuming the irregular heartbeat. AEDs are used for the rapid recovery of such patients and have a high survival rate.
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Written by: Vani Malik
Source: Onlymyhealth Editorial Team Jul 17,2019