Symptoms

Coronary artery disease, a heart attack, angina, a malfunctioning heart valve and congestive heart failure each have different symptoms, although some may overlap. The symptoms you experience depend on the type and severity of your heart condition.

Coronary heart disease may have symptoms that include

• heaviness,

• tightness,

• pressure,

• and/or pain in your chest.

A heart attack, or myocardial infarction may include symptoms that include

• Pain or discomfort that spreads to the shoulders, neck, arms, or jaw.

• Severe pressure, fullness, squeezing, pain and/or discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts for more than a few minutes.

• Indigestion, bloating, burping and irregular pulse.

• Chest pain that increases in intensity, not relieved by rest.

• and/or sweating, paleness, shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting, dizziness or fainting, weakness or fatigue.

Congestive Heart failure symptoms may include

• weight gain

• swelling of legs and ankless

• shortness of breath,

• fatigue,

• loss of appetite

• nausea,

• persistent cough.

A malfunctioning heart valve has symptoms that may include

• chest pain

• palpitations

• shortness of breath

• fatigue

• migraines and dizziness

Angina is when a part of the heart is not receiving enough blood.

Symptoms may include

• squeezing or crushing pain in the chest

• pain in the arms, shoulders, jaw, neck and back.

It is very important to learn the signs and symptoms of a heart attack.  Quick action can save lives. If you suspect that you, or a loved one, have any of the symptoms discussed consult a medical practitioner promptly.

Courtesy: Betty Hart

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