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Common Cardiac Symptoms

Chest Pain

Chest pain that is aching in nature, and which is brought on by exertion (walking or other exercise) in usually referred to as angina, and can be due to a narrowing of the arteries feeding the heart muscle.

Palpitations

Palpitations that feel like fluttering or pounding, and which occur at rest or with activity, are linked to common triggers but could sometimes indicate rhythm problems within the heart’s electrical system.

Breathlessness

Breathlessness that develops with activity, and which feels out of proportion to your level of exertion, is often linked to heart failure, where the heart does not pump efficiently due to valve disease, rhythm problems, or previous heart damage.

Dizziness or Blackouts

Dizziness that comes on suddenly, and which may be linked to brief drops in blood pressure or vaso vagal episodes, can also sometimes signal underlying rhythm problems that need assessment to ensure a pacemaker is not required.

Cardiac Risk Factors

Concerns about risk factors such as raised blood pressure or cholesterol are common, and it is important to confirm when treatment is truly needed, using modern risk assessment methods and considering lifestyle changes before medication.

Fatigue

Persistent tiredness that is not explained by activity levels, sleep, or recent illness can sometimes be linked to heart conditions. This may occur when the heart is not pumping efficiently, reducing oxygen delivery to the body, and should be assessed if it is ongoing or worsening.