women and men.
6. Pain in the Back, Jaw, Neck, Shoulder, or Arm
Heart-related discomfort is not always centered in the chest.
The CDC lists pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, back, arms, or shoulders among possible heart-attack symptoms.
Some people may notice:
- Aching in one or both arms
- Jaw pressure
- Upper-back discomfort
- Shoulder pain
- Neck discomfort
The symptom becomes especially concerning when it occurs suddenly or together with chest pressure, sweating, breathlessness, nausea, or weakness.
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