Suffered a heart attack does not mean that you are not able to have sex again. Moreover, sexual activity has many sides, including sides of procreation, recreation, relationships, and even religion. It’s just that, for patients with heart disease, there are “signs” that need to be aware that sexual activity can avoid heart problems.

According to experts from the Mayo Clinic, the pressure on the heart during sex can be said almost the same as walking quickly or climbing stairs. Heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure will rise. Therefore, sexual activity should be done like other activities, namely with caution, but not with the fear.

Relax
To minimize the pressure on the heart, sexual activity should be done in a familiar atmosphere with experienced partners. Thus, you will feel more relaxed. If you feel a certain position is more stressful than others, find other ways to relax.

Communication
Talk with your partner, both before and after sexual activity, so that both parties feel comfortable. By sharing a sense of worry and anxiety, you will feel lighter if the lines of communication open. Normal course if your needs change for a while. You may have desires that increase or decrease in sexual activity.

Stay alert
If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, or irregular heart rhythm during sexual activity, stop immediately. Men should avoid the use of sildenafil (Viagra), a drug taken to overcome sexual dysfunction, unless your doctor has approved its use.