for stress, anxiety, stomach trouble, or normal tiredness. That delay can be dangerous.
Who Is at Higher Risk?
Heart attack risk is higher in people with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, physical inactivity, family history of heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and older age.
Risk can also increase after previous heart attack, stroke, or known coronary artery disease. If you have these risk factors, new chest discomfort or unusual symptoms should be checked quickly.
What to Do If You Notice Warning Signs
If symptoms are severe, sudden,
