How does heart attack present in women?

Women often do not get the classic chest crushing pain. It can just feel like unusual tiredness, shortness of breath, or a dull ache in the jaw or back. Please take care and listen to your body if something feels wrong.

I made the mistake of ignoring what felt like acid reflux and shortness of breath, and it turned out to be a mild attack which led to later complications. Women's symptoms are very subtle and easily missed. Please do not wait or self-diagnose, get to a doctor immediately.

We often dismiss these things as simple gas or muscle strain and try drinking warm ajwain water. But in women, symptoms like sudden sweating, dizziness, and throat tightness are red flags. While home remedies are good for general digestion, please go straight to a hospital if you notice these signs.

My mother always told us that women tend to ignore their own health while busy caring for the family. In women, a heart attack can present simply as indigestion, severe anxiety, or pain in one or both arms. It is always best to visit a doctor and get an ECG done to be absolutely sure.