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A member asked:
Brother, cousins n uncle all had heart attacks before 30 mum n dad have heart disease i'm obese lack of activity since surgery 11/2011 am i high risk?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: You get maximum points for risk factors, start with loosing wait, quit smoking, and increase daily physical activity. Good luck.
Answered 5/25/2013
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Heart attack: Yes, you are at an extremely high risk. Even if you were not obese you would be at high risk for heart disease given your family history. Add in obesity and your risk is even higher. You should see a cardiologist and have a full work up done.
Answered 11/22/2013
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