Heart problem
- Dr. Jeremy London’s Story
Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon with 25 years of experience, has saved thousands of lives—but when he himself had a heart attack, even he ignored the early warning signs. He felt chest discomfort and fatigue but assumed it was just reflux. Despite his medical knowledge, he delayed seeking help and endured symptoms overnight. Eventually, when the pain became unbearable, he went to the hospital and was shocked to learn he had a 99% blockage in one of his heart arteries. This experience taught him a powerful lesson: knowing isn’t enough—taking timely action can save your life.
Dr. Jeremy London’s Heart Procedure and Wake-Up Call
Dr. Jeremy London, despite being a top heart surgeon, found himself on the other side of the operating table when he experienced a serious heart event. During the procedure, a stent had to be inserted into a nearly completely blocked artery. As the cardiologist worked, Jeremy suddenly felt crushing chest pain again. The doctor had to sedate him quickly to finish the procedure safely. After it was over, the cardiologist told Jeremy’s wife that operating on another heart surgeon—especially Jeremy—was a nightmare, since he wouldn’t stop trying to stay involved in the process.
The next morning, Jeremy woke up with a completely changed perspective. He was deeply grateful to be alive. Things that seemed important just a day earlier suddenly didn’t matter at all. His priorities became crystal clear: his family, his close relationships, and taking care of what truly matters.
Professionally, this experience made him even more empathetic to his patients. When people come in now with chest pain or odd symptoms, he listens more closely—because he’s been there. He now better understands the gap between knowing what’s healthy and actually doing it. Even with all his training and experience, he ignored the signs, just like so many others do.
He shares this story not because he’s proud of it, but because he hopes it helps others recognize red flags before it’s too late. If telling this story makes one person go to the doctor sooner, he says, then the embarrassment is worth it.
Heart health ko behtari ke liye sabse zaroori hai apni daily habits ko samajhna aur unme chhoti magar meaningful tabdeeli lana. Smoking se bilkul parhez karein kyunki yeh dil ke liye sabse zyada nuqsan deh hai. Apne diet mein processed foods aur excess sugar kam karein, kyunki yeh inflammation badhate hain jo blood vessels ko nukhsan pohanchata hai. Alcohol ko bhi had mein rakhein, aur red wine ko sirf enjoy karne ke liye piyen, na ke health ke liye. Apne khanay peene par tawajju dein — fresh fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, aur healthy fats apni diet ka hissa banayen. Saath hi hydration ko importance dein aur apni oral hygiene ke liye alcohol-free mouthwash istemal karein. Achi diet ke saath sath physical activity aur stress management bhi dil ko tandurust rakhne mein madadgar hain. Yeh chhoti magar consistent aadatein aapke dil ko mazboot banane mein bohat farq la sakti hain.
Bypass surgery is performed to treat or prevent major heart attacks by rerouting blood flow around blocked arteries. However, if lifestyle factors like smoking, poor diet, and lack of exercise continue, problems can still occur in other arteries. A stent is a small, scaffold-like device placed inside an artery via a balloon catheter to hold the artery open, relieving blockage but not curing the underlying artery disease. Symptoms of heart problems include shortness of breath during mild activity, swelling in the legs, inability to lie flat without breathlessness, and exertional symptoms that improve with rest. Heart attack signs include pain or symptoms at rest or escalating pain, which requires an immediate 911 call. If alone during a suspected heart attack, call 911 first, turn on porch lights for EMS visibility, unlock the door, lie down with feet elevated, and chew a 325 mg aspirin (unless contraindicated). The “widowmaker” blockage refers to a critical blockage in the left anterior descending artery, which can cause a large and dangerous heart attack.
