Vigilance pays To reduce the chance of a heart attack passing unnoticed, you can become more aware of some unexpected symptoms that accompany such an event. If questioned carefully, many patients will recall some vague symptoms, such as indigestion or back pain, that they blamed on something else at the time. If you have risk factors, you should also talk to your doctor about getting frequent electrocardiograms, Sheifer says. If an old heart attack is detected, it is wise to undergo a thorough treadmill test or other kind of screening. The voice of experience Smith says his experiences have made him more health conscious.
Doctors urge others to follow suit.
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