3 reasons why men are more likely to suffer from heart disease

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Myocardial infarction is most often diagnosed in men, since the main cause of this disease is atherosclerosis, which is 3-4 times more often detected in the strong half of humanity, the doctor explained.

The specialist explained that such a significant difference between men and women is due to the hormonal background. Estrogen protects girls from atherosclerosis and heart attack. However, when the production of this hormone ends, which happens during menopause, the chances of having a myocardial infarction in both women and men are comparable.

In addition, women smoke less than men, and smoking is one of the risk factors for developing heart and vascular diseases. Girls also pay more attention to their health compared to men, who often ignore regular medical examinations and even symptoms of certain diseases.

A heart attack is the most common cause of death. About 25% of the country's residents die from this disease, and recently the disease has begun to appear in people aged 25 to 29.

Myocardial infarction is provoked not only by smoking, but also by a sedentary lifestyle, and even by eating fatty foods. Doctors recommend thinking about your daily habits and gradually adding physical activity, healthy foods, and vitamins to your daily routine. It is necessary to undergo a medical examination every year.