Women: Your heart attack may look different

An episode of House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk

Women's heart attack symptoms are not always the same. Women have a longer lists of symptoms that doesn't always include chest pain. Women should call 911 immediately if they experience any of these symptoms of a heart attack:

  • Pain or pressure in the lower chest or upper abdomen
  • Jaw, neck, or upper back pain
  • Nausea or vomiting, shortness of breath
  • Fainting, indigestion, extreme fatigue

Learn more from Dr. Eduardo Sanchez, the ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥'s chief medical officer for prevention, on House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk.