Concern about coronary heart disease in women

According to experts, young women are less likely to develop coronary heart disease due to the protective effect of estrogen. However, if they suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, cerebrovascular disease and have a family history of early-onset heart disease, the chances of coronary heart disease will increase. When a woman reaches the age of 60 or so, as in the case of Ms. Yang, her chances of developing coronary heart disease are the same as those of men. Symptoms of coronary heart disease in women are not as typical as in men and can be easily overlooked, which should cause high vigilance. To pay attention to women’s heart health, it is necessary to promote a healthy lifestyle, including moderate exercise, healthy diet, smoking cessation and alcohol restriction, and weight control. In addition to actively preventing and controlling high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high blood fat, etc., once chest pain, chest tightness and other symptoms should be promptly consulted to avoid delays in the condition.