Chest Pain or Pressure

A tight, squeezing, or burning feeling in the chest — especially during activity or stress — is a major red flag. This classic symptom of heart blockage should never be ignored.

Shortness of Breath

Feeling breathless after mild exertion like climbing stairs may signal your heart isn’t getting enough oxygen. It’s a silent sign of poor blood flow to the heart.

Fatigue and Weakness

Constant tiredness, even after resting, could be your body’s way of telling you the heart is struggling. Chronic fatigue is often overlooked but can be an early sign of blockage.

Pain in Arms, Neck, Jaw, or Back

Heart pain doesn’t always stay in the chest. Discomfort radiating to the left arm, back, neck, or jaw can point to an impending heart issue, especially in women.

Irregular Heartbeat or Palpitations

Fluttering, pounding, or skipping heartbeats may mean your heart is under stress due to restricted blood flow. If it’s persistent, get it checked right away.