JAKARTA, The Shiro Corp - Running is known as a healthy physical activity choice. However, it is not uncommon for us to hear news about people who suddenly die while running. What actually happens?
According to Dr. Makhyan Jibril Al Farabi, Sp.JP, Specialist in Cardiology and Vascular Diseases, such events can happen to anyone, even those who appear healthy and do not show symptoms beforehand.
"Cases like this can be experienced by people who seem healthy and have no previous symptoms. Sometimes there may be a severe arrhythmia that suddenly appears during activity," said Jibril, quoting. Kompas.com In a live stream of Sehat Live on the official Instagram of the Ministry of Health of Indonesia, some time ago.
Not Only Attacking Parents
Jibril emphasized that sudden cardiac arrest during running does not only occur in the elderly. Young people are also vulnerable, especially if they have congenital heart defects or undetected genetic disorders.
"Unexpected death can occur at a young age if there is a heart muscle abnormality such as hypertrophy, structural heart abnormalities, or other genetic disorders," he said.
In many cases, the victims appear healthy and active, but carry a hidden condition that is life-threatening.
The myths that claim all heart attacks are caused by clogged blood vessels were also clarified by Jibril.
"Sometimes people think all heart attacks are due to blockage. However, the cause can also be an arrhythmia such as ventricular fibrillation, and this can make the heart stop beating," he said.
Ventricular fibrillation, also known as ventricular flutter, is the main cause of sudden cardiac arrest and often occurs without obvious early signs.
Check Heart Before Long Distance Running
To minimize the risk of fatal incidents, Jibril recommends a heart examination before engaging in heavy exercise, especially long-distance running.
"It is important to check the heart before engaging in heavy exercise, for example with an EKG and echocardiography. Especially if there is a family history of sudden death, or if there are symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and a racing heart," he said.
Although not everyone needs a comprehensive examination, those with risk factors or a family history are strongly advised to be more vigilant.
"Sports are healthy, but our bodies also have limits. Listen to the signals from our body," said Jibril.
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