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Heart Attack
Hello doctors,
Thing is my father in law's father died one year back with heart attack he is having blood pressure (bp). So now my worry is does my father in law's and his sons are at more risk if yes what should we do to overcome this problem doctor. And on a note my father in law is having blood pressure bp but my husband doesn't have he do workouts and stay fit.
TIA
Ischemic Heart Disease does have a genetic predisposition. Hypertension is a known risk factor too. To prevent ischemic heart disease and heart attacks, one should follow a healthy routine, including a balanced diet, get adequate sleep, regular exercise, avoid addictions, junk food, undue stress, etc and keep modifiable risk factors like hypertension in check.
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