Two Steps to Save a Life
- Call 911 right away.
- Repeatedly, push hard and fast in the center of the chest until help arrives. (Hands-only CPR)
A heart attack can strike at any time; knowing the symptoms and seeking the help you need is critical to surviving. Not all of the symptoms of a heart attack may occur. In fact, many heart attacks start slowly. A person experiencing a heart attack may be unsure or doubt that it is really happening.
Heart Attack Symptoms
The majority of damage that can occur as a result of a heart attack strikes within the first two hours, so understanding the symptoms and calling 911 right away are important. Here is a list of possible symptoms.
- Anxiety
- Arm pain that travels down one or both arms
- Back pain
- Chest pressure, squeezing or discomfort
- Fatigue
- Feeling of fullness in your stomach
- Jaw pain
- Nausea
- Shortness of breath
Heart Attacks Symptoms in Women
It’s important to note that heart attack symptoms vary among individuals and can affect each person differently. For example, women may experience a heart attack without having any chest pain. Women may instead experience the following symptoms, which are associated with a heart attack:
- Anxiety
- Indigestion
- Sleep disturbances
- Unusual fatigue
Act Fast in an Emergency
If you think you or a loved one is having a heart attack call 9-1-1 immediately. Do not drive yourself. Ambulances are specially equipped to provide treatment for a heart attack.
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