Your heart works continuously to supply oxygen and blood to every part of your body. While some symptoms may be temporary or unrelated to the heart, others deserve prompt medical assessment—especially if they are new, recurring or affecting your daily life.
A cardiologist in Dubai can assess symptoms, heart-health risk factors and existing cardiovascular conditions. At Clinica Sabah Specialty Hospital, a heart health check is personalised around your medical history, symptoms and individual needs.
When should you see a cardiologist?
You may benefit from a cardiology consultation if you experience recurring symptoms or have risk factors that could affect heart health. Early assessment can help clarify the cause of symptoms and guide the right next steps.
1. Chest pain, pressure or discomfort
Chest discomfort can feel like pressure, tightness, heaviness, burning or pain. It may occur during activity, at rest or after emotional stress.
Chest pain is not always caused by a heart condition, but it should never be ignored. If it is severe, new, persistent or occurs with shortness of breath, sweating, nausea or dizziness, seek emergency medical care immediately.
2. Shortness of breath
Breathlessness can have many causes, including respiratory conditions, anxiety or reduced fitness. However, shortness of breath that is new, worsening or occurs with chest discomfort, swelling or palpitations should be assessed by a doctor.
3. Palpitations or an irregular heartbeat
A palpitation may feel like racing, fluttering, pounding or skipped heartbeats. Occasional palpitations can be harmless, but frequent episodes—or palpitations accompanied by dizziness, fainting, chest pain or breathlessness—need medical evaluation.
4. Dizziness, fainting or unexplained fatigue
Feeling faint, dizzy or unusually tired can have several possible causes. If these symptoms are repeated, sudden or accompanied by other heart-related symptoms, a heart health check can help identify whether further investigation is needed.
5. Swelling in the legs, ankles or feet
Persistent swelling in the lower legs or ankles may be related to circulation, medication, kidney health or other conditions. When swelling is new, worsening or accompanied by shortness of breath, it is important to seek medical advice.
6. High blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes
High blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and diabetes can increase cardiovascular risk without causing noticeable symptoms. Regular monitoring and a personalised plan can help you understand your risk factors and make informed choices about prevention and treatment.
7. A family history of heart disease
A close family history of heart disease, stroke, high cholesterol or sudden cardiac events can be an important reason to discuss preventive heart care with a cardiologist—even if you feel well.
What happens during a heart health check?
Your cardiologist will discuss your symptoms, medical history, medications, lifestyle and family history. Depending on your needs, assessment may include a physical examination, blood pressure measurement, blood tests, an electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiogram or other appropriate tests.
The purpose is to understand your individual heart health, investigate symptoms carefully and recommend the most suitable next steps. Not every patient needs the same tests or treatment plan.
When is it an emergency?
Call the ambulance on 998 in the UAE immediately if you or someone else has chest pressure or pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting, cold sweating, nausea, or pain spreading to the arm, back, neck or jaw. Do not wait to see whether the symptoms improve.
Book a cardiology consultation in Dubai
If you have symptoms that concern you or would like to understand your cardiovascular risk factors, book a cardiology consultation at Clinica Sabah Specialty Hospital. Our team can provide a personalised assessment and guide you toward appropriate care.
