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Cardiac & Vascular Health
Question #26787
136 days ago
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Concerns About My Father's Heart Pain

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My father drink a lot alcohol from so many years but from few years like 5 to 6 years he drink in a big quantity and he also eat gutka and do smoke .6 months ago he got pain in his heart and he just took it normally and in three months he got that pain again and a few days ago he got that pain again but this time it was too much and he says that it's heart attack and we don't think it is attack because he don't have any jaw pain or left hand pain and he also don't sweat. Could you please tell me what it is ?

How would you describe the intensity of your father's heart pain?:

- Unbearable

Has he experienced any other symptoms along with the heart pain?:

- Shortness of breath

Has he had any previous heart-related issues or treatments?:

- No, no previous issues
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Given your father’s history of heavy alcohol use, smoking, and gutka (tobacco) consumption, along with recurrent severe chest pain and shortness of breath, this situation is very concerning for a possible heart problem and should not be ignored or assumed to be “not a heart attack.” Many people think a Myocardial infarction must always cause left arm or jaw pain and sweating, but this is a myth — some patients have only chest pain and breathlessness. His risk factors strongly increase the chance of Coronary artery disease, where heart arteries become blocked, causing repeated chest pain (angina) or a heart attack. Unbearable pain episodes happening multiple times over months could mean warning signs of reduced blood flow to the heart. He needs urgent evaluation by a doctor or cardiologist immediately with ECG, blood tests, and possibly an echo or stress test. If pain happens again, go to the emergency room right away and do not wait at home. In summary, this could very well be a serious heart condition, and early medical assessment is essential to prevent a life-threatening event.

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Hello dear See presence of smoking makes individual more susceptible to systemic condition like respiratory issues and cardiac arrest Iam suggesting some tests for confirmation. Please share the result with cardiologist in person for better clarity and for safety please donot take any medication without consulting the concerned Serum troponin Serum tsh Serum ferritin Serum LDH Chest x ray ECG echo Serum CRP Serum LDH Serum cpk mb Hopefully you recover soon Regards

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Hello

This could still be a heart attack — even without jaw pain, arm pain, or sweating. Unbearable chest pain + shortness of breath = medical emergency until proven otherwise.

Heavy alcohol use, smoking, and gutka (tobacco) put him at very high risk of heart disease.

Many heart attacks do not show the “classic” symptoms people expect.

👉 If he has chest pain again now or it hasn’t been medically checked: Take him to the nearest emergency department immediately or call emergency services.

Do not wait.

Why urgent evaluation is needed

• Repeated severe chest pain episodes over months • Risk factors (alcohol, tobacco, smoking)

• Shortness of breath

• Symptoms can vary widely between people

What doctors will check • ECG (heart tracing) • Blood tests for heart damage • Blood pressure and oxygen These tests quickly confirm or rule out a heart problem.

I trust this helps Thank you Take care

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The symptoms your father is experiencing are concerning and should not be taken lightly. While he may not have all the “classic” symptoms of a heart attack, the nature of his pain, especially given his history of substantial alcohol, tobacco, and smokeless tobacco (gutka) use, suggests that a cardiac issue could be at play. Heart attacks can present differently in different people; it’s a myth that one needs to have all the traditional symptoms like jaw or left arm pain and sweating to be suspicious of it. It’s important not to rely solely on symptom patterns to rule out heart conditions. He should seek a medical evaluation as soon as possible. A doctor will likely recommend some tests like an ECG, blood tests to check for myocardial enzymes, and possibly imaging studies, which can help in diagnosing a heart condition. These tests can identify whether the heart muscle has been compromised and determine the appropriate next steps for treatment. If it turns out to be angina or another related heart condition, managing risk factors will be critical. Given his lifestyle factors, cardiovascular risk reduction strategies would be significantly beneficial. Encourage him to see a healthcare provider right away for an accurate diagnosis and timely treatment. If this pain is quite severe or if new symptoms develop, an emergency room visit is warranted promptly. Avoiding delay in emergent situations is crucial to prevent potential complications or progression to more serious outcomes.

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