Expedient diagnosis and treatment is a critical part of saving lives in the care of heart attack patients. Typical symptoms of a heart attack in women may be different than those seen in men. Understanding these differences may help women assure that they receive appropriate heart attack care without delay. The following Top Ten Heart Attack Symptoms in Women is a list of some of the most common symptoms of a heart attack in women.
Top Ten Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
Symptoms during the previous month (unusual fatigue, sleep disturbance and shortness of breath)
Shortness of breath
Chest pain, jaw or neck pain
Weakness
Unusual fatigue
Cold sweat
Dizziness
Arm pain or weakness
Back pain (usually between or just below, the shoulder blades)
