Bridging The Gap: Expert Explains Gender Differences In Heart Attack Symptoms

Heart attacks have been on the rise for the past few years. According to the British Heart Foundation, globally around 110 million men and 80 million women have coronary heart disease.

Coronary heart disease kills an estimated nine million people each year, in 2019 it was the world’s single biggest killer. Around 1 in 6 deaths globally are caused by coronary heart disease. One of the biggest steps in diagnosing and treating heart disease is understanding the causes and symptoms among men and women. Are the symptoms of heart attack similar in men and women?

In a conversation with Jagran English, Dr V. RajasekharSenior Consultant Interventional Cardiology & Electrophysiology, Certified Proctor For TAVR & Clinical Director, Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabadexplained the gender differences in heart attack symptoms.

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Heart Attack Symptoms In Men And Women

In an interesting observation, medical experts emphasise the importance of recognizing distinct symptoms of heart attacks in men and women, urging the public to be aware of these differences for prompt diagnosis and intervention.

Traditionally, chest pain has been considered the hallmark symptom of a heart attack, primarily associated with men. However, recent studies highlight the need to identify subtle signs that can manifest in women.

While men often experience classic chest pain, women may present with atypical symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, and jaw pain. This difference in symptoms has led to delayed or misdiagnosed cases in women, putting their lives at risk.