The lack of oxygen to the heart, which is common in the condition known as myocardial ischemia, can cause the organ to completely shut down or become damaged. Early detection is necessary in order to prevent fatal results.
Effects And Causes Of Lack Of Oxygen To The Heart
What happens when there is a lack of oxygen to the heart muscle?
- The heart might completely shut down from lack of oxygen.
- The heart muscle could become damaged, and its ability to pump blood efficiently will be diminished.
- The muscular tissues of the heart could become necrotized.
- Death is also possible.
Causes Of Lack Of Oxygen To Heart Muscle
- Ventricular tachycardia, a condition where the heart gives sudden, irregular beats that cause the organ to function incorrectly
- The narrowing of arteries (also known as atherosclerosis), which commonly occurs in the elderly
- Congenital heart defects
- Exceedingly low blood pressure (as what happens during a heart attack)
- Blood clots (which can lead to heart attack)
Symptoms And Treatment Of Lack Of Oxygen
- The person might complain of chest pains, usually on the left side of the body.
- Pain in the jaw
- Cold or clammy skin
- The person might experience shortness of breath.
- Arm or shoulder pain
- Feeling nauseous or outright vomiting
Treatment Of Low Oxygen Levels
- Treatment methods aim to improve blood flow to the heart.
- Physicians may prescribe medications for thinning the blood.
- Surgical procedures might also be necessary in order to clear blockages in arteries, thus widening the passages for blood.
- Dietary restrictions might be recommended for individuals diagnosed as having high cholesterol levels.
- A cardiovascular exercise regimen can help improve blood flow to the heart and strengthen heart muscle.
- Stress reduction is encouraged.