Signs of heart attack in women

All of us have seen a man getting a heart attack in a movie or in real. However imagining a woman getting a sudden arrest seems somewhat unusual. Sadly, women are equally prone to get a heart attack as men however the symptoms may be different.

Heart attack symptoms in women
Most commonly observed heart attack symptoms in women are pressure or pain in the lower chest or the upper abdomen, shortness in breath, fainting, dizziness, excessively low energy levels and pressure in the upper back. These signs may seem subtle however the consequences can be lethal. When facing such symptoms, it is very important for the woman to get the required help right away.  

Incorrect diagnosis of the symptoms
This has been the primary reason why a heart condition in women does not come to notice at first. Women often take these symptoms to be occurring due to acidity, weakness in the body due to aging or flu. Women have their own reasons for hiding their problems from their family. They fear from the treatment or a long stay in the hospital away from their home or don’t want to bother their family. Otherwise, lack of knowledge is another common reason for mistaking a heart attack as just a pain. Instead of calling someone for help, they will prefer taking a pill for relieving the pain. 

What to do
Women can not only save themselves from a disaster during a heart attack but can also avoid heart problems by certain simple measures. Visit your doctor on a regular basis to know your risks for a heart disease. You can also consider taking nutritional advice from an expert to keep your heart healthy. Quit smoking as soon as possible; this can trim down your chances of having a heart attack to 50 percent. Exercising is highly suggested for women of all age groups. It can be simple fitness exercises, yoga or a morning walk.

There are special training courses such as CPR, ACLS and PALS available in Bay Area that can be attended to know the right way of helping a person getting a heart attack.