1-Minute Guide: Women's Heart Health – Different Symptoms, Same Urgency (Client Resource)
Heart attacks don't look the same in women. That's why they're often missed: and why knowing the difference could save your life.
Women's Heart Attack Symptoms Look Different
While chest pain is still the most common symptom, women are significantly more likely to experience symptoms that don't seem heart-related at all.
Watch for these warning signs:
- Unusual fatigue that doesn't match your normal tired
- Jaw, neck, shoulder, or upper back pain (often dismissed as stress)
- Nausea or vomiting (mistaken for stomach issues)
- Shortness of breath without exertion
- Cold sweats or lightheadedness
- Indigestion or heartburn that feels "off"
- Pain in one or both arms
Critical fact: Women can have a heart attack without any chest pain whatsoever.
The Silent Heart Attack Problem
Women are at higher risk for silent heart attacks: heart attacks that happen without noticeable symptoms. Women over 65 face significantly higher death rates from these silent events compared to men.
Early warning: Many women experience unexplained fatigue weeks or months before a heart attack. If your exhaustion feels different or unusual, don't ignore it.
What You Should Do Right Now
Step 1: Know your risk. A Cardiac Calcium Score is a simple, non-invasive scan that detects early heart disease before symptoms appear.
Step 2: Take action. We're offering Cardiac Calcium Scores for $75 to help women in Collierville, Germantown, Memphis, and Arlington get ahead of heart disease.
Step 3: If you experience any of the symptoms above, call 911 immediately. Don't wait to see if they get worse. Trust your instincts.
Ready to check your heart health? Call The Fatigue Clinic at 901-221-8621 to schedule your Cardiac Calcium Score today.
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