what are the most common signs of an acute coronary event?
Take note of these common signs of an acute coronary syndrome: 1  Chest pain or discomfort, which may involve pressure, tightness or fullness. 2  Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the jaw, neck, back or stomach. 3  Shortness of breath.  Feeling dizzy or 1  lightheaded. Nausea.  Sweating.
Overall, most patients reported experiencing at least one warning sign of acute coronary syndrome in the week prior to their event. The most common symptoms were similar among men and women and included unusual fatigue, sleep disturbances, anxiety and arm weakness or discomfort.