How do heart attack symptoms differ in women and men?
The most common symptom of a heart attack in both men and women is some type of pain, pressure or discomfort in the chest. But it’s not always severe or even the most prominent symptom, particularly in women. Women are more likely to have signs and symptoms unrelated to chest pain, such as: • Neck, shoulder, upper back or abdominal discomfort • Shortness of breath • Nausea or vomiting • Sweating • Lightheadedness or dizziness • Unusual fatigue If you or someone you are with has chest discomfort, especially with one or more of the other signs, don’t wait longer than 5 minutes before calling for help.Call 9-1-1. Calling 9-1-1 is almost always the fastest way to get lifesaving treatment. Emergency medical services (EMS) staff can begin treatment when they arrive – up to an hour sooner than if someone gets to the hospital by car. The staff members are also trained to revive someone whose heart has stopped.And you will get treated faster in the hospital if you arrive by ambulance. If you’re
