5. Indigestion or Persistent Stomach Discomfort
A silent heart attack can sometimes be mistaken for a digestive problem.
You may experience pressure in the upper abdomen, nausea, a feeling of fullness, or discomfort that resembles heartburn or indigestion. Some people assume the symptoms came from a heavy meal or something they ate.
Although digestive problems are common, heart-related discomfort can sometimes feel similar.
Pay particular attention if the sensation is new, unusual, persistent, or accompanied by cold sweats, dizziness, shortness of breath, or discomfort in the chest, back, jaw, or
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