This is part of an on-going series from PatientTalk.Org on early signs and symptoms of particular medical events.  It would be great if you could share this content on the early signs and symptoms of a heart attack with as many people as possible.  It could help to save a life.

If you think you might be suffering from a heart attack it is vital that you attend a hospital immediately to prevent further damage.

According to the US government 1 in 4 of all deaths in America are due to heart attacks.

Signs include:-

a)      Chest pain

b)      Pain in other parts of the body.  In some cases this can feel as though the pain is moving from the chest region

c)       Nausea and vomiting

d)      Shortness of breath, coughing and wheezing

e)      Feelings of panic and light headedness

As I said before if you have these symptoms (all or some) please contact emergency services as soon as you can.

The UK’s NHS site gives a useful overview which we would recommend you read http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Heart-attack/Pages/Symptoms.aspx.

Have you had a heart attack?  If so please share your story in the comments box below.

It could help to save a life.

Thanks very much in advance!