Question 1

could jaw pain alone be a symptom of heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most people will still have the chest pressure but some people complain of the pain the jaw or the arm alone, still usually with other symptoms as feeling short of breath or sweating although even that is variable.

Question 2

what does jaw pain feel like during a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Deep throbbing: Most commonly reported is a deep, throbbing pain which seems to be coming from a lower molar and radiating to ear or down the arm.  Mimics a tooth that is abscessed and needs a root canal.

Question 3

do you know what pains that are similar to a heart attack might also be related to (chest, back, jaw pain)?

Accepted Answer

Many disorders: Disorders of the muscles, bones or joints of the chest wall can mimic a heart attack. Same with disorders  of the digestive system such as heartburn, acid reflux, and certain disorders of the esophagus. . Also states where excess adrenaline is released, such as reactions to certain drugs, medications, extreme stress, and even anxiety disorders, can cause chest tightness and pain.

Question 4

sharp left sided neck and jaw pain doesn't last very long. could it be a sign a heart attack is going to happen ?

Accepted Answer

See Dentist: Please call your dentist for evaluation to rule out oro-facial cause, which is more probable than cardiac cause in a 31 year old.

Question 5

is having off and on left side jaw pain a symptom of a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

It can be: It's very possible. It is more likely related to something associated with the jaw, but there is a chance that it is pain associated with the heart. Get it checked out.

Question 6

wondering about jaw pain & heart attack...  what does it feel like.  does your jaw feel like it may lock up & is it hard to chew.  discomfort in back?

Accepted Answer

Not typically: What you are describing sounds more like a jaw joint problem.  See your Dentist for treatment or referral.  If you have cardiac concerns, better to be safe than sorry.  See your Physician to establish a baseline.

Question 7

any ideas on what pains that are similar to a heart attack might also be related to (chest, back, jaw pain)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: With the symptoms you described i would suggest go to er immediately.

Question 8

is it possible for a person having a heart attack to have neck and jaw pain but no chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Anginal equivalent: Yes, it is absolutely possible for heart attack victims to have neck or jaw pain as their presenting symptoms.  In fact, patients who a diabetic run a risk of having no symptoms at all.  While chest pressure or pain is the most common symptom, anginal equivalent such as neck pain, extreme fatigue, nausea, vomiting, or shortness of breath may be symptoms as well.

Question 9

is it possible for a person having a heart attack to have neck and jaw pain but no chest pain? i also have tmj

Accepted Answer

Yes: Neck and jaw pain without chest pain would be considered an "atypical" presentation but it does happen. Remember that a heart attack can (and does in 30-50% of cases) have no pain. Other symptoms that commonly accompany heart attacks are: breathlessness, cold-clammy sweat, nausea and sometimes vomiting.  Recurring pain is not likely your heart since frequent recurrent heart attacks are unlikely.

Question 10

i am a 29 year old female. i am healthy and work outregularly. i get a mild jaw pain that comes and goes. i haveno arm or chest pain. could it be heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely.: Jaw pain, especially if it occurs more in the morning can be due to biting down or grinding your teeth. It can also be produced by dental work that alters your bite, though the intermittency of your symptoms suggest things like teeth grinding or biting down from stress. Your heart does not share nerve supply for sensation of your jaw so heart attack unlikely. Also, it is very rare in a young woman.

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Any ideas on what pains that are similar to a heart attack might also be related to (chest, back, jaw pain)?

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Is it possible for a person having a heart attack to have neck and jaw pain but no chest pain?

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Is it possible for a person having a heart attack to have neck and jaw pain but no chest pain? i also have tmj

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I am a 29 year old female. i am healthy and work outregularly. i get a mild jaw pain that comes and goes. i haveno arm or chest pain. could it be heart attack?

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