Doctor Lists 5 Body Pains That Can Indicate A Heart Attack [Video]

The most common physical symptoms of a potential heart attack are pressure or discomfort in the chest, which can radiate to the arms, back, neck and jaw. Tightness, heaviness, or a squeezing sensation are common descriptions of this ailment. People may also get lightheaded, nauseated, have cold sweats, or feel dyspnea. It’s important to understand that symptoms can differ from person to person and that not everyone has typical chest pain.

So it’s important to pay attention to any unexpected or ongoing discomfort, particularly if it’s accompanied by other symptoms. Also, early treatment can avoid long-term harm and greatly increase the odds of survival for the heart.

In a conversation with Jagran English, Dr. Bhupendra Singh, who is a cardiacologist at Manipal Hospital in Ghaziabad, talked about how these types of body pains can indicate a heart attack.

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