Doctor Warns of Five Sudden Heart Attack Signs
A Thai hospital doctor warns of five sudden heart attack warning signs—including jaw pain, unexplained fatigue, and chest tightness—that can strike anyone and demand immediate medical attention.
Dr. Jed Bunyavongvorawirooj, deputy director of primary care at Maha Rachcha Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital, posted a video on Facebook highlighting five warning signs of sudden heart artery narrowing that can affect people of any age, urging people not to take symptoms lightly.
Dr. Jed noted that coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. The five warning signs are: (1) Sharp pain in the jaw, teeth, or neck when blood supply to the heart is cut off; (2) Pain or tightness below the breastbone resembling acid reflux that doesn't improve with antacids—this may indicate heart muscle oxygen deprivation rather than reflux; (3) Sudden, unexplained fatigue where daily activities become difficult and even light exertion causes breathlessness and excessive sweating; (4) Dizziness, heart palpitations, and excessive sweating from severe blood deprivation that don't improve with rest or drinks; and (5) Inexplicable exhaustion and tiredness where routine activities become impossible without cause—this suggests the heart is weakening as it fails to pump oxygen-rich blood efficiently.
Dr. Jed warned that delaying medical evaluation—thinking symptoms can be checked tomorrow or when there's time—is why many people lose consciousness and die before receiving help. He advised everyone to manage risk factors including diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, and obesity, emphasizing that even if doctors can revive someone, they may not return to their normal state.
