What are the warning signs for heart attack?
CHEST DISCOMFORT- Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that can last for more than a few minutes, or come and go, intermittently. The discomfort can feel like unpleasant pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain.UPPER BODY DISCOMFORT- Discomfort in other areas of the upper body can also signal a heart attack. This can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach.SHORTNESS OF BREATH- A third common warning sign for heart attack is shortness of breath. This is often experienced in combination with chest discomfort, although it can also occur before chest discomfort.COLD SWEAT, NAUSEA AND LIGHT-HEADEDNESS- Other heart attack warning signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, experiencing nausea, or light-headedness.If you experience any of these symptoms, be sure to call 911 or your provider immediately. Heart attacks often start out slowly with only mild pain or discomfort.
