Heart Health: Warning Signs You Must Know
The Silent Rise of Heart Disease in Nigeria
Heart disease is no longer just a condition of the elderly. Lagos cardiologists are seeing men and women in their 30s and 40s with hypertension, arterial inflammation, and metabolic syndrome — driven by chronic stress, processed foods, poor sleep, and inadequate preventive care.
Warning Signs That Are Often Ignored
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- Persistent fatigue (see our guide to chronic fatigue in Lagos) — the heart working harder than it should
- Shortness of breath on mild exertion or lying flat
- Irregular heartbeat or palpitations, especially at night
- Swollen ankles in the evening
- Chest tightness or discomfort — never ignore this
What Standard Checks Miss
A routine blood pressure check misses most of the picture. FXMed assesses advanced cardiovascular markers: hs-CRP (arterial inflammation), homocysteine, ApoB, LDL particle size, lipoprotein(a), and fasting insulin. These reveal risk years before an event occurs.
The Functional Medicine Approach to Heart Health
We identify and address root-cause drivers: insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, thyroid (see our hormones guide) dysfunction, sleep apnoea, and nutrient deficiencies (CoQ10, magnesium, omega-3s, vitamin D). Our Longevity & Anti-Aging programme includes comprehensive cardiovascular risk profiling and personalised lifestyle protocols.
Prevention Is Always Better
Don't wait for a crisis. FXMed's mobile healthcare team can conduct a full cardiovascular screening at your home or office in Lagos. Book your assessment today and invest in the health that powers everything else in your life.
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- Your Hormones Are Trying to Tell You Something
Ready to take action?
At FXMed, we go beyond symptom management. Our Home Visit Service and Virtual Consultation bring evidence-based functional medicine directly to you, anywhere in Lagos. Our Adrenal Reset Programme is designed specifically to address the root causes discussed in this article.
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