Provided by the American Heart Association
Warning signals of a heart attack
Uncomfortable pressure, fullness, squeezing or pain in the center of the chest lasting more than a few minutes.
Pain spreading to the shoulders, neck or arms.
Chest discomfort with lightheadedness, fainting, sweating, nausea or shortness of breath.
Less common warning signs of heart attack
Atypical chest pain, stomach or abdominal pain
Nausea or dizziness
Shortness of breath and difficulty breathing
Unexplained anxiety, weakness or fatigue
Palpitations, cold sweat or paleness
DO NOT IGNORE THESE SYMPTOMS!
A heart attack can be ruled out simply and quickly |