chest or upper-back discomfort can sometimes signal a heart problem.
What to watch for: Pay attention to new, unusual, persistent, or recurring discomfort, especially if it occurs with shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, or dizziness.
Don’t assume that chest discomfort is simply muscle soreness without considering other symptoms.
2. Aching in the Jaw, Arms, or Back
Heart-related discomfort doesn’t always stay in the chest. During a heart attack, pain or pressure can spread to other parts of the upper body.
You might experience:
- Aching in one or both arms.
- Discomfort
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