New Delhi: Not all heart attacks start with an acute or crushing chest pain. They might start softly, with symptoms that many people think are just minor stomach problems. Dr. Naveen Bhamri, a cardiologist at Max Super Speciality Hospital in Delhi, has warned that bloating, gas, or chest heaviness could be early signs of a silent heart attack, especially in people who already have health problems like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Dr. Bhamri, who has been a doctor for more than 21 years, said in a recent Instagram post that Indians commonly mistake this kind of pain for just having an upset stomach.
Dr. Bhamri remarked, “A lot of people don’t know that gas and heart attack symptoms can be the same.” “People often think they’re just gassy when they feel bloated, even if they don’t have chest pain. But these signs can look like those of a heart attack.
He told individuals not to dismiss stomach problems that keep coming back, especially if they come with chest heaviness, burping, or tiredness that doesn’t make sense.
He went on to say, “If you have these symptoms often, you need to see a cardiologist.” “These can be signs of a silent heart attack, especially in older women or people who have had high blood pressure for a long time.”
When to Get Medical Help
Dr. Bhamri said that most cases of gas or indigestion are not serious, but if symptoms last for a long time or are strange, you should always see a doctor.
He said, “Silent heart attacks may not cause the typical severe chest pain.” “Instead, they could feel like slight pain, bloating, or heaviness in the chest. A timely medical checkup can save your life.
He said that people who have risk factors including diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, or a family history of heart disease should be very careful. Regular health check-ups and seeing a doctor right away if you have unusual stomach or chest symptoms will help you avoid significant heart problems.
Dr. Bhamri also said that trying to figure out what’s wrong with yourself or ignoring moderate symptoms might be risky because waiting too long to get help can make heart damage worse.
⚠️ Disclaimer: This post is only meant to give you information and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have health problems that don’t go away or are out of the ordinary, you should always see a certified healthcare practitioner.