Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Can Heart Attack Cause Black And Blue Discoloration On Face?
My dad recently passed and it was caused by a heart attack, but when he was found only his face was black and blue. he was sitting on the couch leaning on the arm rest when he was found. why was only his face like this? and it was just a few hours that he had been gone.
Tue, 18 Dec 2018
Hello,
Cardiac infarction may cause lead to cardiac failure which means decreased oxygenated blood in the system lead to cyanosis. This may appear on the face, lips on tongue etc.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
Cardiac infarction may cause lead to cardiac failure which means decreased oxygenated blood in the system lead to cyanosis. This may appear on the face, lips on tongue etc.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Heart attack
Loading Online Doctors....