What Are the Symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease in Women?
In most cases, women usually experience the same symptoms listed above. However, they are more likely to develop the following symptoms:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Back pain
- Jaw pain
- Shortness of breath without feeling chest pain
Studies show that men are more likely to develop heart disease than women. Reduced blood flow to the heart may also cause the heart to become weak, develop abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia) or fail to pump as much blood as your body needs to function properly. It would help to contact your doctor early to detect these heart abnormalities during diagnosis.
Let’s take a look at 10 common causes of coronary artery disease.