Can an 18 year old have heart problems?

“I only see a very young patient with a heart attack probably once or twice a year,” says Dr. Husain. “It’s very rare.” But new research, presented at the 2019 conference of the American College of Cardiology, spotlights an alarming trend: a rising incidence of heart attacks in younger adults.

What causes chest pain if ECG is normal?

It could be a lung disorder, such as a blood clot to the lungs, known as a pulmonary embolism. Additionally, other causes of chest discomfort include spasm of the esophagus, diseases of the aorta, gastroesophageal reflux disease, musculoskeletal pain, fast heart rhythm abnormalities and costochondritis.

Can you still have heart problems if your ECG is normal?

It’s possible to have a heart attack despite a normal EKG reading. A limitation of EKG is that it cannot show an asymptomatic blockage in your arteries which may put you at risk of a future heart attack. EKGs are best used as a predictor of a future heart attack in combination with other tests.

Is teenage chest pain normal?

Chest pain in children and adolescents is common, but is generally benign. However, chest pain with exercise or that is associated with fast heart beat, dizziness, or fainting can indicate a heart problem. Many structures located in the chest can cause or contribute to chest pain.

Can an 18 year old have angina?

Teenagers, even kids, can have coronary artery disease (CAD). But angina and heart attacks this young are rare. Still, some conditions can lead to hardening of the arteries in children and adolescents.

When do heart problems start?

Elevated blood pressure as young as age 18 is a warning sign of cardiovascular disease developing later in life and the time to begin prevention. That’s decades earlier than clinicians and patients generally start thinking about heart disease risk.

What blood tests are done for chest pain?

Troponin blood test – troponin is a protein which is released into the blood stream when the heart muscle is damaged. The troponin level provides a quick and accurate measure of any heart muscle damage. It’s used to help in the assessment following suspected heart attack.

Can chest pains be nothing?

In most people, non-cardiac chest pain is related to a problem with the esophagus, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease. Other causes include muscle or bone problems, lung conditions or diseases, stomach problems, stress, anxiety, and depression.

Is ECG test painful?

There is nothing painful about getting an ECG. The patient is asked to lie down, and small metal tabs (called electrodes) are fixed to the skin with sticky papers. These electrodes are placed in a standard pattern on the shoulders, the chest, the wrists, and the ankles.

Can a 17 year old have angina?

Can a 19 year old have angina?

Can young people get angina? A young person can develop angina in their 20s or 30s, but it is quite rare. Angina comes about due to a reduction of blood flow being able to get to muscles in the heart. Typically, such a reduction naturally occurs because of age.