Do heart attacks hurt?

They definitely can, but as someone managing high BP, I know that 'silent' heart attacks with minimal pain also happen. Don't wait for unbearable pain to strike; even mild pressure, chest burning, or unexplained sweating are warning signs. Please go straight to the hospital emergency room now.

Yes, the pain can be severe, radiating to your arm, neck, or back, but it can also present as mild pressure. Active people sometimes ignore it thinking it's a muscle pull from working out, which is highly dangerous. Please do not ignore any chest pain; seek emergency medical care at a hospital immediately.

For me, it felt like an intense, crushing weight on my chest, almost like someone was squeezing my ribs, and the pain went up to my jaw. It was extremely painful and scary. If you are experiencing any chest pain or heavy pressure, please go to the nearest emergency hospital immediately.

They hurt, but not always like the dramatic clutching-the-chest scenes we see on TV. Sometimes it is just a nagging pain that feels like a heavy block sitting on your chest. If you are experiencing any such heavy pain or discomfort, please don't joke around—go get checked at a hospital immediately.