Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack Questions

1. Can a "pins and needles" feeling in my arm mean a heart problem?

   Many people experience different symptoms with heart problems. A "pins and needles" feeling in the arms can be a sign of a possible heart problem or stroke. This may be a warning sign and you should get it evaluated by a healthcare provider as soon as possible.
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2. Could a defibrillator cause my heart to race?

   Rapid heart beats have many causes, so I wouldn't worry too much at this point. Have they checked your device recently? Is it due to be checked soon? If you do not have an appointment soon with your cardiologist, I would call the office and tell them about your symptoms...
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3. Can a lack of hair indicate heart disease?

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4. What causes sweating during a heart attack?

   Sweating during a heart attack is usually caused by overactivation of the sympathetic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system is what causes your "fight or flight" response. When someone starts to experience pain such as pain with a heart attack hormones are released...
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5. Can heart attack symptoms occur over the course of a few days?

   Many people experience warning signs of a heart attack several days or even weeks before a heart attack. Shortness of breath, chest pain or chest discomfort, neck/shoulder or upper back pain/discomfort, nausea, overwhelming fatigue, numbness/tingling in hands can be some of the symptoms of a heart attack...
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6. Is there a test that can tell if you've had previous heart attacks?

   Glad to hear you plan to go to the hospital if this ever happens again. The pain you have experienced in the past could be related to heart problems and should be evaluated. You may have been experiencing angina which is a warning sign of an impending heart attack...
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7. How can I differentiate between a heart attack and heartburn?

   Sorry to hear about your past heart attack. It can be very difficult to tell the difference between heartburn and heart attack when your symptoms really mimic those of heartburn. You did the right thing taking the aspirin when you experienced the discomfort that was similar to your heart attack, however...
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