Women Experience Atypical Heart Symptoms
March 28, 2009 by Peggy Rowland
Filed under Women's Health
While most of us are aware that pain or pressure in the chest is a symptom of a heart attack, not many women realize that female heart attack symptoms can be different. While chest pain may be a symptom, women are also likely to have atypical heart attack symptoms.
Heart Attack Symptoms for Females:
• Pain in one or both arms, upper back, neck, jaw, or stomach
• Discomfort or pressure in the chest
• Nausea or vomiting
• Trouble breathing
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Inability to sleep
• Unusual fatigue
• Paleness or clammy skin
• Breaking out in a cold sweat
(Source: Sister to Sister: The Women’s Heart Health Foundation)
If you suspect you’re suffering from a heart attack, it’s extremely important to get immediate attention. Some women hesitate, fearing embarrassment if they’re wrong. You doctor won’t be upset with you! Doctors would rather diagnose you with heartburn or some other minor disorder instead of a heart attack.
Visit Sister to Sister: The Women’s Heart Health Foundation to learn more about their upcoming Screen 4 challenge.
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