heart attack symptoms People may experience:
Pain areas: in the area between shoulder blades, arm, chest, chest, jaw, left arm, or upper abdomen
Pain types: can be crushing, like a clenched fist in the chest, radiating from the chest, sudden in the chest, or mild
Pain circumstances: can occur during rest
Whole body: dizziness, fatigue, light-headedness, clammy skin, cold sweat, or sweating
Gastrointestinal: heartburn, indigestion, nausea, or vomiting
Chest: discomfort, fullness, or tightness
Neck: discomfort or tightness
Arm: discomfort or tightness
Also common: anxiety, feeling of impending doom, palpitations, shortness of breath, or shoulder discomfort
Requires a medical diagnosis
Symptoms include tightness or pain in the chest, neck, back or arms, as well as fatigue, lightheadedness, abnormal heartbeat and anxiety. Women are more likely to have atypical symptoms than men.