Would a Blocked Artery Cause Pain?
Blocked Arteries Can Cause Serious Problems When They Prevent Blood from Reaching Different Parts of Your Body, but the Effects Will Depend on Which Area Is...
Blocked arteries can cause serious problems when they prevent blood from reaching different parts of your body, but the effects will depend on which area is affected. A blocked artery in your arm can cause pain and other symptoms that may affect your daily life.
What are the warning signs of clogged arteries?
Symptoms
- Chest pain (angina). You may feel pressure or tightness in your chest, as if someone were standing on your chest. ...
- Shortness of breath. If your heart can't pump enough blood to meet your body's needs, you may develop shortness of breath or extreme fatigue with activity.
- Heart attack.
How can you tell if you have a blockage in your heart?
If a person has a heart block, they may experience the following symptoms:
- Lightheadedness or dizziness.
- Palpitations (skipping, fluttering or pounding in the chest)
- Fatigue.
- Chest pressure or pain.
- Shortness of breath.
- Fainting spells.
- Difficulty in doing exercise, due to the lack of blood being pumped around the body.
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