The Argentine Society of Cardiology (SAC) together with the Argentine Cardiology Foundation (FCA), take advantage of the proximity of Valentine’s Day or simply Love Day, which is tomorrow February 14, to spread science. In this specific case, they highlight the importance of making periodic cardiology consultations and in the case of acute chest pain, going to a health center, since it could be a “rupture of the heart”.
The expression in question “broke my heart”It has an organic origin, affirm both the SAC and the FCA, discovered in the 90’s in Japan. The condition called Takotsubo Syndrome, which takes this particular name from a bowl or vase with a rounded shape and a narrow neck that fishermen used in the Japanese country to capture octopus, It arises from analyzing the shape that the blood pumping organ acquires when it stops and the apex of the heart is affected.
The syndrome is characterized by being similar to a myocardial infarction but caused by an extreme stress situation, to which our body reacts by releasing large amounts of adrenaline, which produce tachycardia and closure of the blood vessels. This constitutes an effective defense mechanism, providing the person in question with sufficient blood pumping by the heartto fight or flee from the stressful situation.
However, it should be noted that Extreme emotions can also be anguish, caused by separation, grief, dismissal from work, natural disasters, death of pets or exposure to situations of violence, among many others. Product of these situations that surpass us, he heart can crack, subsequently presenting scars. SAC and FCA warn that “it is not a legend, it can happen and it is important to know what it is about to be able to consult in time or help those who present these symptoms”.
Doctor Julio C. Giorgini highlighted that “There are studies that have shown that caresses and hugs create a safe environment. At the cardiovascular level, activation of the ventral vagus nerve (located at belly level) stimulates parasympathetic action, increasing cardiac variability and coherence and decreasing heart rate (less arrhythmias and tachycardia) and blood pressure (less hypertension). In conclusion, Cuddles and hugs are good for him! heart!”.
Tips to take care of the heart
Having or achieving healthy habits has a significant impact on the heart muscle, strengthening it and allowing it to work better. Regular exercise, balanced diet and knowledge of symptoms will allow taking care of the heart. According to this last section, symptoms of heart problems are: chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden sweating, feeling light-headed, nausea, and pain in the upper part of the body.
Regarding the habits that are advised to incorporate into our lives, we have: having a healthy diet consuming foods with low salt and sodium content, moderating the intake of sugars and limiting the consumption of trans fats. Regular exercise (including walking from work or running errands) improves heart function. The most recommended exercises are aerobics, which includes running, swimming, cycling, brisk walking, dancing, skiing or skating.. On the other hand, exercise improves mood.