Early Warning Signs Days or Weeks Before
Some women experience subtle symptoms long before a heart attack happens, such as:
Unusual fatigue
Sleep problems
Anxiety
Shortness of breath
Mild chest or upper body discomfort
These early signs are easy to ignore, but they can be your body’s way of asking for help.When Should You Seek Emergency Help?
Call emergency services immediately if you or someone else has:
Chest discomfort that lasts more than a few minutes or keeps coming back
Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort
Pain spreading to the back, jaw, neck, or arm
Sudden dizziness, nausea, or cold sweats
Unexplained extreme fatigue with other symptoms
Do not wait. Quick treatment can save heart muscle and save lives.
Why Women’s Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different
Researchers believe several factors play a role:
