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Heart & Cardiovascular
Why Women's Heart Attack Symptoms Are So Different From Men's
Fact 1 of 264%
Women’s heart attacks often mimic a bad case of the flu.
Fatigue and nausea are common early warning signs.
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Unlike the dramatic chest-clutching seen in movies, women often experience vague, flu-like symptoms before a cardiac event. This includes sudden weakness, cold sweats, or unexplained nausea that persists for days.
"Over 50% of women report extreme fatigue as a precursor."
Because these symptoms are so subtle, many women delay seeking emergency care, thinking they just have a virus.
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