Based on the search results, here are the key symptoms of a heart attack:
- Chest discomfort or pain: This is the most common symptom. It may feel like pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes or comes and goes.
- Discomfort in other upper body areas: Pain or discomfort may spread to one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach.
- Shortness of breath: This can occur with or without chest discomfort.
- Other signs: These may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea, lightheadedness, or dizziness.
- Fatigue: Unusual tiredness or weakness.
- Anxiety: An overwhelming feeling of anxiety, similar to a panic attack.
- Heart palpitations: Fast or uneven heartbeat.
It’s important to note that symptoms can vary between individuals, especially between men and women:
- Women are more likely to experience shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, back or jaw pain, and fatigue.
- Women may also have more subtle symptoms like unusual fatigue, sleep disturbances, or indigestion.
Some heart attacks can be “silent,” with minimal or no symptoms, especially in people with diabetes.
If you suspect a heart attack, it’s crucial to call emergency services (911 in the US) immediately. Quick action can save lives and minimize heart damage.
Citations:
[1] https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack/warning-signs-of-a-heart-attack
[2] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heart-attack/symptoms/
[3] https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/heart-disease-heart-attacks
[4] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16818-heart-attack-myocardial-infarction
[5] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/signs-of-a-heart-attack