What is Causing Your CHEST PAIN? - Doctor Explains | Preventing Ischaemic Heart Disease

What are the treatment options for Ischaemic Heart Disease? Can I prevent Ischaemic Heart Disease? What are the causes for Ischaemic Heart Disease, and what can I do if I have been diagnosed with Ischaemic Heart Disease? Find all of these answers in this episode of SingHealth Answers All.

Ischaemic Heart Disease (IHD), also known as Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Dr Lim Fang Yi from National Heart Centre Singapore occurs when there are blockages in the blood vessels supplying blood to your heart. When there is a blockage in the blood vessel, a heart attack can happen.

Dr Lim Fang Yi answers several frequently asked questions by Singaporeans. We hope that you pick up vital information that can help you to manage Ischaemic Heart Disease, and in doing so, improve your quality of life, reduce your healthcare costs and keep yourself healthy. As the saying goes - "health is wealth".

Here are 4 steps and tips to prevent Ischaemic Heart Disease

1. Maintain a healthy diet
2. Exercise reguarly
3. Lose excess weight
4. Quit smoking and limit alcohol intake

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
00:15 What is Ischaemic Heart Disease?
00:36 Causes of Ischaemic Heart Disease
00:55 Prevention of Ischaemic Heart Disease
01:05 Symptoms of Ischaemic Heart Disease
01:35 Diagnosis of Ischaemic Heart Disease
02:05 Treatment of Ischaemic Heart Disease
02:30 What to do if I am diagnosed with Ischaemic Heart Disease?
02:44 I have Ischaemic Heart Disease, will my kids have it too?
03:08 Will quality of life change with Ischaemic Heart Disease?
03:17 Can I still live a long life with Ischaemic Heart Disease?
03:28 Should I still exert myself if I have Ischaemic Heart Disease?
03:51 Can I still watch horror movies if I have Ischaemic Heart Disease?
04:03 Must I take medication for the rest of my life if I have Ischaemic Heart Disease?
04:18 Foods to avoid if you have Ischaemic Heart Disease
04:33 What supplements to take for Ischaemic Heart Disease
04:48 Outro


Read more helpful articles and websites here:
1. https://www.healthxchange.sg/heart-lu...
2. https://www.singhealth.com.sg/patient...
3. https://www.nhcs.com.sg/

The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, 17 July 2024. For information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority for advice.