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Signs of Heart Problems

Listen to Your Heart - Literally!
Early warning signs could save your life.

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Chest pain or pressure

  • Feels like pressure, tightness, squeezing, or heaviness

  • May come and go or last several minutes

  • Can spread to the neck, jaw, back, shoulders, or arms

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Feeling dizzy or weak

  • Sudden dizziness or feeling faint

  • May occur with chest pain or shortness of breath

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Shortness of breath

  • Feeling like you can’t catch your breath

  • May happen during simple activities like walking or climbing stairs

  • Can occur with or without chest pain

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Swelling in legs or feet

  • Caused by fluid buildup when the heart can’t pump well

  • Socks leaving deep marks on your legs

  • Weight gain in a short period

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Irregular heartbeat

  • Feeling like your heart is racing, fluttering, or skipping beats

  • May come with dizziness, chest pain, or weakness

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Sudden fatigue

  • Feeling extremely tired even after resting

  • Struggling to do everyday tasks

  • Feeling "wiped out" without a clear reason

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