February is Heart Month! Did you know that heart attack symptoms vary between men and women?
The major symptoms of a heart attack are:
If you notice the symptoms of a heart attack in yourself or someone else, call 9-1-1 immediately. The sooner you get to an emergency room, the sooner you can receive treatment to prevent total blockage and heart muscle damage or reduce the amount of damage. Remember, the chances of surviving a heart attack are greater the sooner emergency treatment begins.
The major symptoms of a heart attack are:
- Chest pain or discomfort.
- Feeling weak, light-headed or faint. You may also break into a cold sweat.
- Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck or back.
- Pain or discomfort in one or both arms or shoulders.
- Shortness of breath, with our without chest discomfort.
- Nausea
- Feeling light-headed
- Unusual fatigue
If you notice the symptoms of a heart attack in yourself or someone else, call 9-1-1 immediately. The sooner you get to an emergency room, the sooner you can receive treatment to prevent total blockage and heart muscle damage or reduce the amount of damage. Remember, the chances of surviving a heart attack are greater the sooner emergency treatment begins.
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