OVERLOOKED Signs Of Heart Disease, DO NOT IGNORE | Dr. Gundry
Chest Pain or Discomfort
- Types: Crushing, squeezing, fullness, or pressure 1. Chest pain Information | Mount Sinai – New York www.mountsinai.org Opens in a new window www.medicalnewstoday.com Chest pain due to heart disease
- Location: Center of chest, often spreading to arms, neck, jaw, back, or shoulders 1. Angina (Chest Pain) – What Is Angina? | NHLBI, NIH www.nhlbi.nih.gov
- Trigger: Physical activity, stress, or emotional upset 1. Yes, Stress Can Hurt Your Heart: 3 Things to Know > News > Yale Medicine www.yalemedicine.org
- Duration: May last for several minutes or longer 1. Angina – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic www.mayoclinic.org
Shortness of Breath
- Types: Difficulty breathing, feeling winded, or gasping for air 1. Heart Failure Symptoms | Johns Hopkins Medicine www.hopkinsmedicine.org Opens in a new window drsarathchandra.com Shortness of breath due to heart disease
- Triggers: Physical activity, lying down, or emotional stress
- Duration: May be intermittent or continuous
Swelling in Legs or Ankles
- Appearance: Legs and ankles may appear swollen and puffy 1. Warning signs and symptoms of heart disease: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia medlineplus.gov Opens in a new window www.verywellhealth.com Swelling in legs or ankles due to heart disease
- Cause: Buildup of fluid due to heart failure 1. Congestive Heart Failure: What Happens? – WebMD www.webmd.com
Fatigue
- Feelings: Tired, weak, or exhausted, even with minimal activity 1. Warning signs and symptoms of heart disease Information | Mount Sinai – New York www.mountsinai.org Opens in a new window www.verywellhealth.com Fatigue due to heart disease
- Reason: Reduced blood flow to the heart and muscles 1. Myocardial ischemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic www.mayoclinic.org
Dizziness or Fainting
- Cause: Irregular heartbeat or reduced blood flow to the brain 1. New study reveals strong connection between heart and brain health sph.unc.edu Opens in a new window health.umms.org Dizziness or fainting due to heart disease
Pain in the Jaw, Neck, or Shoulder
- Location: Typically in the left jaw, neck, or shoulder Opens in a new window www.healthline.com Pain in the jaw, neck, or shoulder due to heart disease
- Association: Often accompanies chest pain 1. Chest and Jaw Pain: Do They Signal a Heart Attack or a Stroke? – Healthline www.healthline.com
Pounding or Racing Heartbeat
- Feelings: Rapid, irregular, or fluttering heartbeats 1. Heart disease – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic www.mayoclinic.org Opens in a new window www.topdoctors.co.uk Pounding or racing heartbeat due to heart disease
- Cause: Arrhythmias or other heart problems 1. Heart palpitations: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia medlineplus.gov
Sweating
- Type: Cold sweats or profuse sweating 1. 6 Signs You May Have Heart Disease – Orlando Health www.orlandohealth.com Opens in a new window www.researchgate.net Sweating due to heart disease
- Association: Often occurs with chest pain or other heart symptoms
Nausea or Vomiting
- Reason: Reduced blood flow to the stomach or intestines Opens in a new window alahsahospital.com.sa Nausea or vomiting due to heart disease
Cough
- Type: Persistent cough, especially when lying down 1. Seven surprising symptoms of heart disease | Heart Foundation www.heartfoundation.org.au Opens in a new window www.verywellhealth.com Cough due to heart disease
- Cause: Congestion in the lungs due to heart failure 1. Pulmonary Edema – Symptoms and Causes – Penn Medicine www.pennmedicine.org
Difficulty Sleeping
- Reasons: Shortness of breath or leg swelling 1. Warning signs and symptoms of heart disease: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia medlineplus.gov Opens in a new window www.verywellhealth.com Difficulty sleeping due to heart disease
Discolored Skin
- Appearance: Grayish or ashen skin color 1. Warning signs and symptoms of heart disease Information | Mount Sinai – New York www.mountsinai.org Opens in a new window www.aad.org Discolored skin due to heart disease
- Cause: Poor blood circulation
Note: These symptoms may vary in intensity and duration. If you experience any of these signs, it’s important to seek medical attention immediately.