If you mean “5 symptoms in women that may indicate a heart attack is happening,” the key warning signs include:
- Chest pain, pressure, tightness, or discomfort — it may be mild or may come and go.
- Shortness of breath — with or without chest discomfort.
- Pain or discomfort in the back, neck, jaw, arm, or shoulder.
- Nausea, vomiting, indigestion, or upper-abdominal discomfort.
- Unusual extreme tiredness, weakness, dizziness, or lightheadedness. Women may also experience sweating or a feeling that “something is wrong.”
Important: Women do not always have the classic severe chest pain. Symptoms can be subtle, and chest pain is still the most common symptom in women.
🚨 If these symptoms are happening now, especially in combination, call 911 immediately. Don’t wait to see whether they go away and don’t drive yourself to the hospital.