Heavy chest, wheezing: 6 symptoms you shouldn't ignore

The article is professionally consulted by Doctor of Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital.

Most people have experienced pain, chest tightness or wheezing, and assume this is not serious. However, there are some special symptoms that if you experience, you should see your doctor to check as soon as possible.

If you have weakness in your limbs, numbness in your legs, arms or face, this could be a sign of a stroke. This condition is especially serious when it appears on only one side of the body or occurs suddenly without warning.
You are also at risk of having a stroke if you feel dizzy, can't keep your balance or have trouble walking. Warning signs of a stroke include a sudden headache, inability to see clearly, or problems speaking and understanding.
Do not subjectively wait until the above symptoms stop automatically. You need to see a doctor immediately, because in a stroke emergency every moment counts. If you are prescribed a medication to break up blood clots within 4.5 hours of the onset of symptoms, you will reduce your risk of future problems.
People with heart problems, such as high blood pressure or atrial fibrillation, need to pay special attention to the above symptoms because they are more likely to have a stroke.

Most people have experienced chest pain of some kind, be it a dull ache or a sharp stabbing pain. All breast abnormalities carry the risk of being a sign of a serious health problem, so you should seek medical attention early. Chest pain or tightness can signal a heart attack or a symptom of heart disease, especially if they happen while you're active.
People who have had a heart attack describe this symptom as a burning, tight, or squeezing feeling in the chest. Sometimes, pain in one or both arms moves up to the neck, jaw, and shoulder. The discomfort may last for more than a few minutes, become more intense with exercise, disappear automatically, and then return.
But there are also cases where chest pain is not related to symptoms of heart disease, but rather to heartburn or other digestive problems. Whatever the cause, don't try to endure or wait for the pain to go away. You should see your doctor right away if you have new chest pain and you can't explain the reason for it.

This could be a sign of a blood clot in the leg, called deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This condition usually occurs when you sit or lie in bed for a long time. Pregnancy, the use of birth control pills, smoking and being overweight, etc. are also causes that make you more likely to experience numbness and pain in the back of your calves.
It is normal for you to experience muscle pain after exercising, but seek medical help in case of symptoms of a blood clot such as: pain or numbness, swelling, heat or skin redness. Deep vein thrombosis can be serious when blood clots in the legs break off, travel into the blood vessels and block blood flow to the lungs. Doctors call this phenomenon a pulmonary embolism and can be fatal.

There are a number of different causes of blood in your urine, including:
Kidney stones If you have kidney stones, the blood will make your urine pink or red. Small stone crystals that form in your urine can cause pain in your hips or back. Your doctor needs a CT scan or ultrasound to diagnose kidney stones. There are cases where kidney stones will go away on their own, but the waiting process leaves a lot of pain for the patient. Medical lithotripsy techniques are indicated to break up large stones.
Urinary tract infection If you notice blood in your urine, more frequent urination or a burning sensation when you pass, you may have a urinary tract infection in your bladder or kidneys. . This can lead to kidney damage and more serious problems, so you need to see your doctor right away.
Cancer Sometimes blood in the urine is also a sign of other diseases, including bladder or kidney cancer.

If you hear a wheezing sound similar to a whistling sound when breathing, see a doctor right away. Wheezing can be a sign of asthma, lung disease, a severe allergic reaction, or exposure to chemicals. These can also signal pneumonia or bronchitis.
Treatment will depend on the cause, eg the patient needs oxygen support. For an asthma condition, an inhaler is often part of a treatment plan to prevent an asthma flare-up. Regardless of the cause of your wheezing, you can temporarily improve discomfort by sitting in a sauna or using a humidifier.

If you are depressed, feel hopeless, there is no way to solve the current problem that is greatly affecting your life, seek help immediately. You will feel better after talking with a trained psychologist.
You can also call hotline numbers to feel more comfortable talking about your privacy. Going to the emergency room or polyclinic and asking for help is also an option you should make in the meantime. Your doctor or counselor will refer you to a specialist who can help you get through this bad period.
When there are abnormal internal problems that threaten our health, the body will signal us through certain symptoms. For example, chest tightness is one of the symptoms of heart disease, wheezing warns of asthma or pneumonia, etc. It is important that you do not subjectively ignore the above symptoms, or wait until they occur. disappear or self-diagnose and treat at home. In all cases, you should talk to your doctor as soon as possible to get a proper assessment and limit the significant impact on your health. Vinmec International General Hospital is one of the hospitals. not only ensure professional quality with a team of leading medical doctors, modern equipment and technology system, but also stand out with comprehensive and professional medical examination, consultation and treatment services; civilized, polite, safe and sterile medical examination and treatment space.

Article referenced source: Webmd.com