Chest pain can be a sign of a heart attack, described as heaviness, tightness, or pressure.
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Nausea and chest pain together may indicate a heart attack.
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Arm pain, especially on the left side, can indicate a heart attack. Seek medical attention if it doesn't go away or if you have used your GTN spray to no effect. Call 999
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Feeling hot and clammy with chest pains? Call an ambulance.
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Indigestion-like pain can be a sign of a heart attack. If you experience burning in the chest or stomach along with other symptoms, seek medical advice.
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Gripping calf pain while walking could signal peripheral arterial disease. See a doctor, especially if you smoke or have diabetes.
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Heart attack pain can be felt in the jaw or back too. If it persists, call 999. Women may have varying symptoms and should seek medical attention.
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Swollen ankles may indicate heart failure, but can have various other causes like medication side effects. Don't ignore it, consult a doctor.
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Most jumped heartbeats are usually harmless, but if your heart is going very fast and erratically with blackouts, see your GP or call an ambulance.
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Throat tightness or pain can be a sign of angina. If the sensation persists and you have other heart-related symptoms, call an ambulance. If not, call NHS 111.
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Tiredness can be a symptom of heart failure, but it's non-specific and could also be due to other conditions. If extreme tiredness sets in despite no change in lifestyle, it's advisable to see a GP.
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