Throat, neck, or jaw discomfort
Unexplained discomfort in the neck or jaw or tightness in the throat can indicate a heart attack, says Dr Kini, who says those are signs you should immediately contact a doctor.
It’s especially important for people with diabetes to pay attention to subtle changes like this, Dr Rosen says. That’s because they can experience trouble feeling some sensations that serve as crucial alarms that something serious may be wrong.
Sweating for no reason
Your hot flashes, cold sweats and night sweats might be brushed off as ‘just hormones’ or ageing, but excessive sweating can indicate a serious health problem.
Dr Liu says this symptom – especially if you’re sweating even when you’re not exercising or otherwise physically active – can be a subtle symptom of a heart attack. The sweating may come on suddenly and seemingly for no reason, or you may wake up drenched.
Vertigo or fainting
If the room is spinning and you feel light-headed, dizzy, or even faint, this is a possible sign of a heart attack, says Dr Freeman. You may also feel hot and nauseated along with the vertigo.
Note: Women are often more likely to report this symptom than men – just one example of how heart attack symptoms can feel different for women.
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Source: RD.com
