Question 1

symptoms of heart attacks in women? do they differ in males?

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Yes they can differ : If its a question then get evaluated.

Question 2

how come men and women have different symptoms for heart attacks?

Accepted Answer

Yes indeed : Women are more likely to have atypical angina symptoms like fatigue, dyspnea and nausea. The different is more with post menopausal, smoker and diabetic women. Multifactorial in cause but one possible explanation is micro vascular dysfunction in coronaries to small to be assess visually.

Question 3

im having symptom of a mild heart attach, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Seek in person care: If you think you are having a heart attack tell someone in ZA about your symptoms.
Try to get to a medical center, hospital .
Do you have a doctor there you can call?
Get an ambulance or friend to drive you to medical center or hospital.
This type of pain can be confused with stomach ulcers and other issues. So it is
important to seek medical attention in person at a hospital.

Question 4

symptoms of heart attack in women?

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MI women: Good question! wished i could say there was a precise and definite symptom...There isn't. Symptoms of mi in women tend to be nonspecific and range from shortness of breath, dizziness, fatigue, upset stomach , neck pain, to overall malaise. When in doubt... Please see a doctor as soon as possible. You got one chance... Only one!

Question 5

what are heart attack symptoms in women?

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Variable: Symptoms vary from person to person men and women. Classic symptoms include pressure or squeezing pain which moves to arm, neck, and/or jaw. Shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, sweating, and/or flush face often accompany. Some have just sob or sharp pain. Some gas pain. Dizziness or just fatigue. Some have no symptoms at all. If you have risks then follow up with a doctor is most important.

Question 6

what are symptoms of heart failure in women?

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Several symptoms: The most common symptoms are fatigue, decreased exercise tolerance, shortness of breath with exertion, shortness of breath at night, need to use more pillows to sleep, swelling in the abdomen or legs, weight gain due to fluid buildup. If you experience any of these symptoms, see a cardiologist right away.

Question 7

what are the symptoms of heart disease in women?

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Differences: Women tend to have the same symptoms for heart disease as men, but there are some differences.  Women tend to have more shortness of breath and  fatigue & less actual chest discomfort.  Although it is not an "all or none discussion, " any symptom between the belly button and the mouth, front or back, including neck-shoulders-arms and jaw  can be a sign of heart discomfort. Hrs, md, facc.

Question 8

known symptoms for women to have a heart attack ?

Accepted Answer

Several different: Heart attack patients typical present with chest pressure, chest pain, neck or arm pain.  In my female patients they can sometimes present with shortness of breath or fatigue.  If you have concerning symptoms see your health care provider.
Good luck.

Question 9

what symptoms are common in heart failure in women?

Accepted Answer

CHF: Shortness of breath, decreased exercise tolerance, swelling of feet and ankles, cough, wheezing.

Question 10

what are common symptoms of heart failure in women?

Accepted Answer

SOB, Edema: In both men and women shortness of breath, lower extremity edema, dyspnea on exertion, and on lying flat.

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