Ischemia Treatment in India

Aadya Iyer, a 58-year-old high school...

Aadya Iyer, a 58-year-old high school principal known for her boundless energy, began experiencing a profound, crushing fatigue and a strange, squeezing discomfort in her chest during her morning walks. Initially dismissing it as stress, the symptoms persisted. A visit to her GP and subsequent referral to a cardiologist, Dr. Sharma, revealed concerning EKG changes. A stress test was halted early due to significant ST-segment depression, leading to a diagnosis of myocardial ischemia, her heart muscle wasn't getting enough oxygen. Dr. Sharma recommended a coronary angiogram to visualize the blockages. Terrified but pragmatic, Aadya underwent the procedure, which revealed a 70% blockage in her left anterior descending artery. A stent was placed successfully. Recovery involved cardiac rehabilitation, where she slowly rebuilt her strength and confidence. Emotionally, she journeyed from fear and a sense of vulnerability, worrying she could no longer keep up with her demanding job and family, to one of cautious optimism and empowerment. She became a diligent advocate for her heart health, adopting dietary changes and a managed exercise regimen, viewing the stent not as a weakness, but as a second chance to continue her life's work with renewed purpose.