Knowing the Difference
The CDC identifies heart disease as the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Things like coronary artery disease, heart attacks, and arrhythmias may show up as different symptoms in the female body than the male body. The American Heart Association confirms that symptoms of heart attacks in women may have a quicker onset or be brushed off as non-threatening by the victims. Here are some signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women to watch out for:- Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, or fullness in your chest that lasts longer than a few minutes or is reoccurring.
- Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
- Shortness of breath.
- Breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
- Nausea or vomiting