Apart from aortic valve regurgitation and rheumatic heart disease, degenerative valvular heart disease is one of the most common and most serious valve disease problems.
Rheumatic heart disease is a complication of rheumatic fever in which the heart valves have been permanently damaged. Recent clinical researches indicate that the mortality rate from this disease remains up to 1.5 % of all causes of death among Thai population. Typically, rheumatic heart disease does not produce any noticeable signs and symptoms in its early stage.
“Chest pain” might be a warning sign of a heart attack. Not all heart problems come with clear warning signs. Chest pain might happen during daily activities or exercise. Some people may feel tightness, pain, or aching sensation in their chest that may spread to their neck, jaw, or shoulder. Sweating and irregular heart beat might also be signs of a heart attack. If you have any of these symptoms, you should call an ambulance right away.
After months of anticipation, meeting your baby for the first time will surely be one of the most memorable experiences of your life. Adjusting to everyday life after the birth of a baby has its challenges, especially if you are a new mother. Although it is important to care for your baby, you also have to take care of yourself especially the heart.
