Young Adults at Risk: Heart Disease Not New, Often Silent, Says Doctor

• Heart disease in young people (under 45) is not a new phenomenon; studies from decades ago showed it as a leading cause of sudden death.
• Hyderabad-based neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar highlights that heart disease, especially silent coronary artery disease, often goes undiagnosed in seemingly healthy individuals.
• Lack of symptoms does not mean absence of risk; many heart disease symptoms are silent, requiring vigilance.
• Family history, smoking, diabetes, abnormal cholesterol, obesity, stress, and a sedentary lifestyle are major risk factors.
• Periodic health checks, healthy habits, and proactive prevention are crucial for managing heart health, not panic.

Why It Matters: Heart disease in young adults is a long-standing, often silent threat requiring vigilance and preventive action.