Common Warning Signs:
- Uncomfortable pressure, fullness, squeezing or pain in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and then returns
- Pain that spreads to the shoulders, neck or arms
- Chest discomfort with light-headedness, fainting, sweating, nausea or shortness of breath
Additional Warning Signs:
- Unusual chest, stomach or abdominal pain
- Nausea or dizziness
- Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing
- Unexplained anxiety, weakness or fatigue
- Palpitations, cold sweat or paleness
Not all of these signs occur in every heart attack. Sometimes the signs occur, go away and then return again. If you experience these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately. Every second counts. The sooner you seek medical help, the better your chance for survival.
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