Women and Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women worldwide, though it is often under-recognized as a primary health concern. Women tend to experience different symptoms of heart disease compared to men, often presenting with more subtle signs like shortness of breath, fatigue, and nausea, which can delay diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, women are more likely to develop certain types of heart disease, such as microvascular disease, which affects the smaller blood vessels and is harder to detect with standard tests.

Risk factors for heart disease in women include high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, and physical inactivity. Hormonal changes during menopause can also increase cardiovascular risk, as estrogen’s protective effect diminishes. Pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes, can also raise the risk of developing heart disease later in life.

Preventing heart disease in women involves managing risk factors, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and increasing awareness of the unique ways heart disease manifests in women.

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