diseases related to heart - #18274
I am pretty worried about my health and don't know what to do next. Last month, I started feeling this heavy pressure in my chest and some weird palpitations that seriously freak me out. I'm 45, not exactly a fitness freak, but I try to keep active. My dad had some really serious diseases related to heart, like he had to get bypass surgery when he was in his 50s, and now I’m starting to think, am I next? I went to the doc, and they ran a bunch of tests. They said my blood pressure is a bit high, and they mentioned something about elevated cholesterol levels. I’m trying to eat better, cut out the junk, but some days, I just can’t help it. Could these symptoms really lead to dangerous diseases related to heart? Like, could I be on the brink of a heart attack or something? A friend said I should get a stress test done—what do you guys think? Are there early warning signs of diseases related to heart that I should watch out for? Trying not to panic, but it’s hard not to think about my health with my family history, u know? Any tips or advice would be appreciated!
100% Anonymously
No sign-up needed.

100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.
About our doctors
Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.