Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
As with men, the most common heart attack symptom in women is chest pain or discomfort. However it’s important to note that women are more likely to experience the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain. If you think you are having a heart attack, call 911, don’t try to drive yourself to the hospital, try to stay calm as you wait for the emergency responders.
Symptoms of a heart attack might include:
- Shortness of breath
- Pain in the abdomen, back, jaw or throat
- A general sensation of uneasiness-just feeling sick
- Unexplained anxiety
- Palpitations, cold sweat or paleness
- Chest discomfort, lasting more than a few minutes or recurring
- Chest discomfort, with light headedness
- Fainting, sweating, nausea or shortness of breath
