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In Singapore, 19 people die from heart disease or stroke every day. Heart disease often comes with no symptoms, and a heart attack can onset suddenly – find out how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
What is heart disease?
Heart disease is a broad term that refers to any condition that affects the heart's ability to function properly. It is often used interchangeably with the term cardiovascular disease, which includes all diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
Heart disease can exist in many forms, but the most common ones in Singapore are;
- Coronary heart disease
When the arteries that supply blood to the heart become narrow or blocked, leading to chest pain or a heart attack. - Heart failure
When the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, causing shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs and feet. - Arrhythmia
Abnormal heart rhythm, which can cause palpitations, dizziness, or fainting. - Valvular heart disease
When the heart valves do not function properly, leading to symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
What causes heart disease?
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High blood pressure
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Diabetes
High blood cholesterol
Obesity
Smoking
Genetics
How are heart diseases
diagnosed in Singapore?
The diagnosis of heart disease in Singapore typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. The specific tests used will depend on your symptoms and suspected type of heart disease.
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Records the electrical activity of the heart and can help detect abnormal heart rhythms or damage to the heart muscle.
- Treadmill stress test
Helps diagnose coronary artery disease by showing how well the heart responds to physical stress.
- Echocardiogram
Helps diagnose structural problems, such as valve disorders, and assess the heart's pumping function.
- Cardiac catheterization
Involves inserting a thin, flexible tube into a blood vessel in the arm or leg and guiding it to the heart. This test can help diagnose blockages in the coronary arteries and other structural problems.
In addition to these tests, your doctor may also order CT scans or MRI scans.
How is heart disease treated in Singapore?
Treatment for heart disease will depend on the specific type of heart disease a person has, as well as their overall health and medical history. In general, treatment may involve a combination of medication, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgery.
At LMC, we take a holistic approach and take care of not just your heart health but overall wellbeing – this includes looking at your diet, physical activity, heart health and more through the guidance of a health coach.
Evidence-based health coaching
Individualised management care
Coordination and scheduling of specialist referrals
Personalised program tailored to your unique goals and preferences
Your health matters to us. Contact us to find out more.
Heart Disease
FAQs
What are the signs of an unhealthy heart?
Some signs that may indicate an unhealthy heart include shortness of breath, chest pain or discomfort, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Health is for everyone
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