Cardiac arrest vs heart attack; know the difference

Most people often think that cardiac arrest and heart attack are the same but they are not actually the same.

Here are some differences between them.

Cardiac arrest is an electric malfunctioning of the heart that results in no blood supply to the body and brain.

Heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart is stopped due to blockage in a coronary artery

Signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest

1). Sudden collapse.

2). No breathing.

3). No pulse.

4). Loss of consciousness

Signs and symptoms of heart attack.

1. Chest pain.

2. Fatigue.

3. Difficulty in breathing.

4. Nausea.

Cardiac arrest risk factors

Previous heart attack,

Cardio Myopathy,

Coronary artery disease,

Electrical problem in the heart.

Hearth attack risk factors

High cholesterol. Diabetes,

High blood pressure,

Physical inactivity.

Every second matters! Whether it’s heart attack or cardiac arrest an immediate action can save life. Call emergency for both. Begin CPR immediately for cardiac arrest. Or help the person to seat down and relax if it’s heart attackShare your opinion