Question: how can you know that a person is suffering from heart diseases

Jacinta Nzilani answered on 22 Jul 2025: last edited 22 Jul 2025 3:40 pm

👋 Hey there!
Wondering how to tell if someone might be suffering from heart disease? Let’s break it down🫀💡

❤️ Common Signs and Symptoms
These are warning signs that someone’s heart may not be working properly:

1. Chest Pain or Discomfort 😣
Feels like pressure or tightness in the chest, especially after exercise or stress.

2. Shortness of Breath 😮‍💨
Trouble breathing, even during light activity or while lying down.

3. Unusual Fatigue 🛏️
Feeling tired all the time, even after rest.

4. Swollen Feet or Legs 🦶
May be due to fluid buildup from poor heart function.

5. Irregular Heartbeat 💓
Heart feels like it’s racing, skipping, or beating unevenly.

6. Dizziness or Fainting 🌀
Could mean the brain isn’t getting enough blood.

🧪 How Doctors Confirm It
Doctors use medical tools to be sure.

1.ECG/EKG 📈 – Checks the heart’s rhythm

2. Echocardiogram 🖥️ – Looks at how the heart is pumping

3 . Blood Tests 🧪 – Check for damage or risk factors

4 . Chest X-ray 📸 – Shows heart size or fluid in the lungs

5.Stress Test 🏃 – Measures heart performance during activity