Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

A heart attack happens when oxygen can’t get to one part of the heart because of a blockage.  The heart muscle gets so “starved” for oxygen that it becomes damaged or even dies.Heart cells can only handle about 20 minutes without oxygen before they begin to die.  That’s why immediate treatment is so important!

COMMON WARNING SIGNS OF A HEART ATTACK

  • Uncomfortable pressure, fullness, squeezing or pain in the center of the chest—the pain lasts more than a few minutes or may go away and come back. 
  • Pain spreading to the shoulders, neck or arms.
  • Lightheadedness, fainting, sweating, nausea, or shortness of breath. 

IN ADDITION TO CHEST PAIN, WOMEN MAY HAVE DIFFERENT SYMPTOMS

  • Feeling out of breath
  • Pain along the neck, jaw, or upper back
  • Nausea, vomiting or indigestion
  • Unexplained sweating
  • Sudden or overwhelming fatigue
  • Dizziness
Did this answer your question? Thanks for the feedback There was a problem submitting your feedback. Please try again later.