29th Feb By James Smith
Heart attacks are life-threatening medical emergencies. Panic attacks, while intensely
Heart Attack: Center or left side of chest, may radiate to arms, neck, or jaw (pressure, tightness). Panic Attack: Sharp, stabbing chest pain localised in one area.
Heart Attack: Persistent, may wax and wane in intensity, but doesn't fully resolve Panic Attack: Peaks in intensity within 10 minutes, subsides within an hour.
Heart attack: Often due to physical exertion or stress. Panic attack: Can be situation-based or occur without a clear trigger.
THeart Attack: Sweating, nausea/vomiting, lightheadedness, shortness of breath. Panic Attack: Numbness/tingling, dizziness, chills or hot flashes, sense of unreality
Women may experience atypical heart attack symptoms – fatigue, back/jaw pain, nausea. Don't minimise unusual symptoms.
Heart Attack: High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, age, family history Panic Attack: Anxiety disorders, stressful events, family history of panic attacks.
If you have ANY doubt, CALL FOR EMERGENCY HELP IMMEDIATELY. Don't delay, quick action saves lives!
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