Know the warning signs of a heart attack. Act
immediately – call 911.
Here are signs that can mean a heart
attack is happening:
- Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve
discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or
that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure,
squeezing, fullness or pain.
- Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms
can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or
stomach.
- Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.
- Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat,
nausea or lightheadedness.
The most common heart attack symptom for women is
chest pain or discomfort. Women are somewhat more likely than men to experience
some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath,
nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain.
If you think you may be having a heart attack,
call 911 immediately.