Question 1

is it normal to have a heart attack if you are 23 years old?

Accepted Answer

No: It is not "normal" to have a heart attack at such an early age, but it is not unheard of. There are so many factors that go into the equation: genetics for cholesterol levels, etc. But also genetics for conditions like congentially high homocysteine levels that significantly increase risk. Birth control pills, smoking and other risk factors like diet and exercise level also play a role.

Question 2

can a 25 years old boy fully recovered after 1st heart attack? left ventricular ejection fraction - 35% / left main: normal / left ant. desc.: proximal 40-50% plaquing / left circumflex: normal / obtuse marginals-1 : normal / rca: normal?

Accepted Answer

: "Full recovery" from the data given in your question would be possible but may require stents or even open heart surgery (CABG) to correct the obstructive coronary vessel disease.

Question 3

my father age 57 years had  heart attack and 3 stent, four year back . he goes for stress test ,ecg and echo normal . is there any thing to worry as the stents are four year old.

Accepted Answer

Stents long term: Stents do not last forever but the fact that his tests were normal likely they are doing OK. You should tell your Dr about his history and he should check his risk factors.  Many run in families.  Now is the time to be doing everything you can to reduce your own risk.  Diet will be key.

Question 4

i am 25 years old. is it possible to have a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Extremely unlikely: The chance of a heart attack in a 25 y/o is very small. Cocaine abuse can potentially cause a heart attack. Also radiation treatment for cancer where the heart is within the treatment area can cause damage to the coronary arteries. There are other problems with the heart or other chest structures, so you should probably get it checked out v.

Question 5

could i have a heart attack at 22 years old?

Accepted Answer

Heart attack: It is possible to have a heart attack at age 22 but it is very rare.

Question 6

im 21 years old 5'9 and 260lbs can i have a heart attack ?

Accepted Answer

Overweight: Is a risk. It just means there are more fat and they can deposit in the arteries. That is genetic and environmental and modifiable with diet and exercise. There are other risks to look at, your cholesterol level, yes or no on diabetes, no smoking for you (good), family history of cardiovascular event, hypertension, of course you are a male. Eat healthy, exercise, enjoy life and you will be fine.

Question 7

i am 16 years old, is it possible for me to have a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Heart attack: A heart attack is a very rare occurence in a 16 year old.

Question 8

i am 21 years old and a male. if i eat jack in the box everyday, can i have a heart attack and die? like from hamburgers and frys?

Accepted Answer

Diet: Unlikely at 21 that you are going to have a heart attack from eating poorly but you are cheating yourself of having higher energy and a better sense of self by eating poorly. Also your poor habits will accumulate over time and eventually as you age you can suffer significant consequences. Best.

Question 9

what are signs (weeks before) that you are gonna have a heart attack if any? have a relative who had a massive heart attack and died and someone closer to him said he was feeling not well 2 weeks before. is that possible? he was 50 years old?

Accepted Answer

: So sorry for your loss! Sometimes a massive heart attack can occur with no warning signs. The vague feeling of “not feeling well” may not have been related to his heart at all-it’s not possible to know for sure if it was related or not. The best way to avoid a heart attack is to be under a doctor’s care-keep blood pressure and weight controlled, exercise, avoid smoking, etc. So sorry for your loss

Question 10

why is it not possible for you to have a heart attack at a young age? aren't the risks just as high if you were between 10-30 years old and obese?

Accepted Answer

It's aging: Heart attacks are usually caused by fracture of a cholesterol deposit in an artery, causing a balloon clot to form which obstructs the artery. Consequently, all tissue downstream from the obstruction dies, and that portion of the heart muscle no longer contributes to the contracting and pumping action of the heart. This pathology takes several years to develop. High lipids and tobacco accelerates.

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Is it normal to have a heart attack if you are 23 years old

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Is it normal to have a heart attack if you are 23 years old?

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Can a 25 years old boy fully recovered after 1st heart attack? left ventricular ejection fraction - 35% / left main: normal / left ant. desc.: proximal 40-50% plaquing / left circumflex: normal / obtuse marginals-1 : normal / rca: normal?

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My father age 57 years had heart attack and 3 stent, four year back . he goes for stress test ,ecg and echo normal . is there any thing to worry as the stents are four year old.

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I am 25 years old. is it possible to have a heart attack?

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Could i have a heart attack at 22 years old?

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Im 21 years old 5'9 and 260lbs can i have a heart attack ?

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I am 16 years old, is it possible for me to have a heart attack?

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I am 21 years old and a male. if i eat jack in the box everyday, can i have a heart attack and die? like from hamburgers and frys?

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What are signs (weeks before) that you are gonna have a heart attack if any? have a relative who had a massive heart attack and died and someone closer to him said he was feeling not well 2 weeks before. is that possible? he was 50 years old?

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Why is it not possible for you to have a heart attack at a young age? aren't the risks just as high if you were between 10-30 years old and obese?

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