Silent Warnings: What to Watch For Before a Heart Attack (And When to Seek Help)


6. Sleep Disturbances

  • Waking up gasping or sweating
  • New or worsening insomnia
  • May be linked to reduced heart function at night

7. Anxiety or Sense of Doom

  • Sudden feelings of panic or unease
  • Not tied to stress or mental health
  • Some describe it as “knowing something is wrong”

🚨 When to Seek Help

Don’t wait.
If you or someone you love experiences:

  • Chest discomfort that lasts more than 5 minutes
  • Shortness of breath with or without chest pain
  • Pain spreading to the arm, jaw, or back
  • Cold sweat, nausea, or dizziness

👉 Call emergency services immediately.

⏱️ Delaying treatment can cause permanent heart damage — or death.