Signs of a Heart Attack

Symptoms of a heart attack include the following signs: chest pain or discomfort, pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, back, arms, shoulders, or stomach, feeling weak, light-headed, or faint, and shortness of breath. In addition, the following signs may occur with or without chest discomfort: nausea (feeling sick to your stomach) or vomiting, or breaking out in a cold sweat, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.