In the movies, characters having a heart attack are shown clutching their chest and collapsing to the ground. News flash! Not all heart attacks cause pain. Although pain is one of its biggest signs, a study showed that one-third of people having a heart attack feel no pain! The symptoms of heart attack may vary from person to person. So should you think that jaw pain is something you worry about, read on. On World Heart Day 2018, let슬롯사이트s look at some of the signs of a heart attack.

What슬롯사이트s A Heart Attack?

The human heart is a powerful organ that beats around 100,000 times a day sending blood by the gallons to every single cell in the body. The heart슬롯사이트s purpose is to supply oxygen and nutrients to the body parts through blood and scavenging carbon dioxide and wastes. Without the heart doing its job, the body will be deprived of nutrients and oxygen. But sometimes, when the organ responsible for transporting oxygen is itself deprived, a heart attack can be in the offing. 10 Heart-healthy Foods That You Must Include in You Diet.

In clinical terms, a heart attack is called myocardial infarction and it happens when a part of the heart muscles die due to an inadequate oxygen supply. The body gives off certain signs when there is an impending heart attack. According to Dr Brajesh Kumar Kunwar, Interventional Cardiologist 슬롯사이트Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, some heart attacks are silent, especially if the person is a woman, above the age of 60, is overweight or has diabetes or high cholesterol. 슬롯사이트The more risk factors you have, the more you should be worried,슬롯사이트� says Dr Kunwar.

What Are The Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack?

Chest Discomfort:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천The commonest sign of a heart attack is chest discomfort, which shows that you may have a blocked artery. The discomfort may manifest as pain, tightness or pressure in your chest. 슬롯사이트Everyone has a different word for that feeling. Someone people say it feels like an elephant is sitting on their chest. Others describe a pinching or burning feeling. The discomfort may last longer than a few minutes,슬롯사이트� says Dr Kunwar.

You may experience it when you are performing a physical activity or even when you are resting. 슬롯사이트But if the spot hurts when you touch it or press it, it may not be a heart attack,슬롯사이트� he adds.

Gastric Problems:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천Gastric disturbances like nausea, indigestion, heartburn, vomiting and stomach pain can sometimes be the sings of a heart attack. Women are more likely to report such symptoms than men. 슬롯사이트It슬롯사이트s perfectly possible to have an upset stomach for reasons that have nothing to do with your heart. 슬롯사이트But if it occurs with other symptoms, there is a chance it is a슬롯 머신 사이트 추천heart attack,슬롯사이트� says the doctor.

Pain That Spreads to The Arm:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천A radiating pain in the arm is another major sign of a heart attack, especially if it is on the left side of the body. 슬롯사이트If it is a heart attack, the pain starts in the chest and moves outward,슬롯사이트� says Dr Kunwar.

Dizziness or Light-headedness:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천Losing your balance, falling or fainting can be red flags. Bur light-headedness don슬롯사이트t always mean heart attacks. It could also be a result of dehydration or low blood sugar. Swooning suddenly could also mean you stood up too fast. 슬롯사이트But if you have been feeling unsteady, it could mean that blood pressure has dropped since your heart cannot pump blood the way it should,슬롯사이트� says the cardiologist.

Throat or Jaw Pain:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천Every pain in the throat or the jaw may not be heart- related. It could be caused by a muscular problem or a cold. Sinusitis can also cause jaw pain. 슬롯사이트If the pain or pressure is at the centre of your chest, spreading to your jaw and throat, beware, it could be a heart attack,슬롯사이트� says Dr Kunwar. It is important to seek medical attention at this point.

Exhaustion or Fatigue:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천슬롯사이트Feeling tired or fatigued every time could be a sign of impending heart attack. If you have trouble doing the things you did with ease earlier, make an appointment with the doctor right away슬롯사이트� advises Dr Kunwar. Women should be more careful of such signs.슬롯 머신 사이트 추천 8 Surprising Facts about Heart Diseases in Women.

Snoring:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천Snoring can be annoying for the ones who have to endure it. But loud snoring that sounds like the person is gasping or choking can point to sleep apnea, where the breathing is stopped for brief moments during sleep. 슬롯사이트Sleep apnea can stress out the heart. Your doctor will be able to check whether you have this condition through a sleep study. If you do have it, you may need a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine to smooth out your breathing,슬롯사이트� says the cardiologist.

Sweating:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천A cold sweat for no specific reason is something to worry about, especially if it happens along with other symptoms. It could be a sign of i an impending heart attack.

Stubborn Cough:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천Continuous coughing may not always be a cause for concern. But if it has been stubborn, chronic problem that produces white or pink mucous, it could be a sign of heart failure. 슬롯사이트This usually happens when the heart can슬롯사이트t keep up with the body슬롯사이트s demands, causing blood to leak into the lungs,슬롯사이트� adds the doctor.

Swollen Legs, Feet and Ankles:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천This is another sign that your heart does not pump blood as effectively as it used to before. When it doesn슬롯사이트t do its job well, blood starts staying back in the veins, causing bloating. Dr Kunwars says that heart failure can also make it difficult for the kidneys to flush-out extra water and sodium from the body.

Irregular Heart Beats:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천If your heart beats are racing, but you aren슬롯사이트t nervous or excited, beware! It슬롯사이트s normal for your heart to race when you are nervous or excited. But if you think it is recurrent problem, call your doctor now! 슬롯사이트In most cases, it is caused by something harmless like caffeine or sleep deprivation. But if it continues, visit the doctor at the earliest,슬롯사이트� he warns.

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