Can I eat eggs if I have had a myocardial infarction?

Written by Chen Guang Yin
Cardiology
Updated on February 24, 2025
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Myocardial infarction is a very serious type of coronary heart disease. An important pathological basis of coronary heart disease is the formation of atherosclerotic plaques in the arteries, which eventually rupture, leading to thrombosis that blocks the coronary arteries and causes myocardial infarction. Therefore, arteriosclerosis and hyperlipidemia are its pathological bases, and eggs contain a high amount of cholesterol. Hence, one should not consume eggs in excess. Eating one egg per day should still be acceptable, but consuming a large number of eggs can lead to increased blood lipids, which is harmful for the treatment and prevention of coronary heart disease. It is important to control the amount of eggs consumed, which should not exceed one per day.

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What is good to eat for myocardial infarction?

After suffering from myocardial infarction, it is necessary to use effective drug treatments under the guidance of a doctor, and at the same time, dietary structure should be appropriately adjusted. Consume easily digestible foods and avoid spicy and greasy foods. You can eat some foods containing high-quality protein, high vitamins, and high trace elements, such as milk, eggs, lean meat of animals, and sea cucumber. These foods contain high-quality protein, which can enhance immunity and promote the repair of myocardial tissue. Consume more vegetables containing crude fiber, such as celery, spinach, and winter melon. These vegetables can not only supplement trace elements and vitamins but also help in easing bowel movements, relieving constipation, and reducing the burden on the heart. Focus on consuming green leafy vegetables. For fruits, choose kiwi, grapefruit, and oranges which are rich in vitamin C and potassium. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol, and avoid strong tea, coffee, and foods that are too cold, too hot, spicy, or stimulating.

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Complications of myocardial infarction

Myocardial infarction is a more serious disease of the heart. Suffering from myocardial infarction can cause significant harm to the body and, in severe cases, can be life-threatening. If not properly treated, it can lead to various complications. The most common complications include arrhythmias, heart failure, cardiogenic shock, rupture of the ventricular wall, papillary muscle rupture, and ventricular septal perforation. Therefore, once a myocardial infarction occurs, it is crucial to actively perform rescue operations and treatments to prevent the occurrence of these complications.

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Causes of Myocardial Infarction

Myocardial infarction is a relatively common severe heart disease in clinical practice, which can lead to serious complications and even death if effective emergency treatment is not administered. The main cause of myocardial infarction is due to long-term dyslipidemia. Elevated blood lipids cause arteriosclerosis and coronary artery hardening, thickening of the intima, and plaque formation. High lipids slow down blood flow, making it very easy for blood clots to form. Detached plaques and the formation of blood clots obstruct the blood vessels supplying the heart muscle, causing the heart muscle to lose its blood supply and undergo necrosis.

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How is myocardial infarction treated?

Myocardial infarction is a common and frequently occurring severe emergency condition in clinical practice. If not effectively treated, myocardial infarction can lead to serious complications that jeopardize life, and thus it requires effective treatment. Currently, there are various clinical treatment methods for myocardial infarction, including medication, intravascular stent implantation, and coronary artery bypass surgery among others. Based on the patient's constitution and the characteristics of the blood vessels, an effective treatment method should be selected under the guidance of a doctor to save the patient's life and improve the quality of life post-treatment.

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What should be noted in daily life regarding myocardial infarction?

Myocardial infarction is a serious heart disease caused by coronary artery narrowing and blockage, leading to myocardial ischemia and hypoxia, and necrosis, particularly in cases of extensive myocardial infarction. If not effectively treated, it can lead to severe complications such as heart failure, cardiogenic shock, and arrhythmias. Therefore, it is essential to follow a doctor's guidance and use effective medications for emergency treatment. In daily life, it is important to maintain a pleasant mood, avoid irritability, consume easily digestible food, quit smoking and drinking, and primarily follow a low-fat, low-salt diet to keep the bowel movements regular. This helps prevent worsening of the condition due to improper diet and constipation, which can increase the cardiac burden.