The case in summary: Rune Nærbøe (59) from Askim experienced pain in his jaw, which turned out to be symptoms of a heart attack. He was quickly operated on and a cardiologist inserted a stent in his heart to restore good blood flow back. The doctor encouraged Nærbøe to spread knowledge about atypical symptoms of a heart attack, such as pain in the jaw. Cardiologist and specialist in heart diseases, Ingar Pettersen states that anyone can have a heart attack, but that there are measures that reduce the likelihood. Pettersen emphasizes the importance of calling 113 immediately if you experience acute pain. The summary is made by an AI service from OpenAI. The content is quality assured by news’s journalists before publication. It all started on a hot summer night in June when Rune Nærbøe (59) from Askim suddenly woke up with pain in his jaw. – At first I thought it was a toothache, but then I was a bit stumped. It takes a bit for toothache to strike on both sides at once, says Nærbøe. – I have experience as a healthcare professional, and know that you have to act when something happens urgently. I finally decided to call the emergency room. For Rune Nærbøe, the incident was a wake-up call. Photo: Even Bjøringsøy Johnsen / news The 59-year-old woke his wife to tell her about what was going on. – My wife didn’t understand anything when I said the ambulance was on its way. I had very mild pain, and looked completely normal, he says. At 03.30 the ambulance drove from Askim. At 05.30 Rune’s operation was completed. He had suffered a heart attack. Acute pain? Call 113 Cardiologist and specialist in heart diseases Ingar Pettersen confirms that pain in the jaw is not an unusual symptom of a heart attack. Rather contact the healthcare system once too much than too little, says Rune Nærbøe. Photo: Even Bjøringsøy Johnsen / news – You can get many different symptoms. Some experience no or very mild symptoms, while others experience extreme pain, loss of consciousness and nausea. With most people, you get something in between. The symptoms and pain associated with a heart attack can spread to many different parts of the body, explains cardiologist Kjell Ingar Pettersen. Photo: Volvat Medical Center Pettersen says that the pain can appear in several places on the body – stomach, neck, shoulders, arms, jaw and chest are typical places where the pain occurs. – The pain can be in the throat, so that you think you have a sore throat, or it can be in the stomach, so that you think you have an upset stomach. Or in the jaw, as Rune experienced, where you think you have to go to the dentist, summarizes Pettersen, and adds: – The most important thing is that if the pain comes acutely, you call 113 straight away. Rune often trains at his nearest training center in Askim. There is a lot of cycling … Stepping … and weightlifting. – Stay physically active The cardiologist states that anyone can have a heart attack, but that there are measures that reduce the likelihood. – Keep your cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar in check. You should be physically active and watch your weight. You should stay away from smoking, stress less, sleep well and watch your alcohol consumption. Follow the authorities’ dietary advice, and you will get far, says Pettersen. Medicines and pills have become a natural part of everyday life after the heart attack. Photo: Even Bjøringsøy Johnsen / news Facts about a heart attack Typical symptoms of a heart attack Pain, usually located in the middle of the chest. Often radiates to one or both arms – especially the left – and to the neck or lower jaw. The pain can also be localized only in the neck, jaw, back or upper abdomen. The pain does not change with breathing, and is described as squeezing, pressing or lacing Shortness of breath that comes on suddenly Nausea and vomiting Cold sweats, clammy and pale skin Anxiety, restlessness, drowsiness, lassitude Heartburn can in some cases be a sign of heart disease You may experience different symptoms, and not necessarily all. Some have mild symptoms with less pain, while others have severe symptoms with severe pain. Causes of heart attack Why some people get a heart attack and others don’t, can have several reasons. Known factors that increase the risk of a heart attack are: Heredity High blood pressure High cholesterol Smoking Too little physical activity Overweight Diabetes Stress Alcohol Little sleep Source: The National Association for Public Health, cardiologist Ingar Pettersen, helsenorge.no Quick operation When Rune Nærbøe arrived at Ullevål hospital, he was admitted a stent in the heart. This is used to restore a good flow of blood to the heart in case of clogged veins. – The doctor took me by the hand and told me that I had been both skilled and lucky to have come in so early. That made me relieved and happy to hear. One might think one would have to play the piano after a heart attack? Not for Rune Nærbøe. Photo: Even Bjøringsøy Johnsen / news The doctor asked Nærbøe to tell friends and colleagues about the experience in order to spread knowledge about atypical symptoms of a heart attack. – Symptoms of a heart attack are not always what you think. If you experience pain that is not there normally, it is important to contact the healthcare system. Rather do it once too much than once too little. Rune says that he has changed his lifestyle after the heart attack. Now he has become a familiar face among the employees at Østfoldbadet. Photo: Even Bjøringsøy Johnsen / news Nærbøe is now living almost as normal after the heart attack. He is currently working on getting his driving license back so that he can get back to work as a bus driver. The goal is to get back in the driver’s seat as a bus driver. The motivation constantly drives past the fitness center in green format on four wheels. The dream is not far away. – I had no symptoms of a heart attack beforehand. I actually trained very hard only two days before this happened, and felt nothing then. I really didn’t think this would happen to me, he says. Published 22.11.2024, at 20.29
ttn-69
Had a heart attack – news Østfold – Local news, TV and radio
