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Your heart has a big responsibility - it pumps blood to your entire body and keeps other organs working as they should. This is why taking good care of your heart and body are essential and can lengthen your life and the quality of your life. If you are experiencing heart issues, it's imperative to get to the doctor or hospital immediately for a checkup. Below are some signs and symptoms to keep an eye out for.

1. Chest Pain And Nausea, Vomiting Or Sweating

If you are experiencing pain in the chest that is unbearable, along with nausea, vomiting or sweating it could be the sign of a heart attack. If you feel this way, lay down and call (or have someone call) 9-1-1 immediately for help. Don't try to drive yourself to the hospital. If you are having a heart attack you could lost consciousness on the way to the hospital leaving yourself and others in danger. Call for an ambulance instead so you can have medical attention immediately and on the way to the hospital.

2. Upper Back Pain

Unless you've been lifting some serious weights or have done something unusual to pull a muscle in your upper back, it could be the sign of a ruptured aorta. Call 9-1-1 immediately if the pain persists for longer than 20 minutes. Cramping can occur in the back at times, but usually goes away immediately. If you feel the pain for longer than this get medical help immediately.

3. Numbness In The Left Arm

Numbness or tingling in the left arm could be the sign of a heart attack. You may also feel tingling or numbness in the fingers as well. It may feel like a radiating pain or a shooting pain as well. The pain may also be felt in the stomach, neck, face and teeth as well. Seek medical attention if you feel this type of pain or numbness.

4. Unexplained Fatigue

You may get tired for no reason at all, even when doing your regular chores or daily activities that normally would not make you tired. If you suddenly get tired for no reason at all, are taking more frequent naps or falling asleep quickly while watching television or just feel general fatigue it could be the sign of a heart issue. Get to your physician for an exam and checkup to rule out any heart issues.

Heart problems can affect people differently. Keep an eye out for these signs and get to your physician for an exam and checkup if you are experiencing unexplained symptoms. If you feel pain in the chest, call 9-1-1 immediately for help.

To learn more, get in touch with a center like Temecula Valley Cardiology.