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What should I do if I have chest pain? |
A pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, arms, neck or jaw, especially with breathlessness, nausea or sweating, could be a heart attack.
· If the symptoms last 10 minutes or more call 000 (or 112 from your mobile) for an ambulance, not your doctor. Don’t drive yourself or get someone else to drive you to hospital.
· Chew or swallow one aspirin tablet while waiting.
· If you have heart disease, use a glyceryl trinitrate tablet or spray every 5 minutes.
Don’t assume the pain is indigestion – that could be a fatal mistake!
www.heartfoundation.org.auDisclaimer:
Please note this information was correct at time of printing.
For up to date information, speak to your doctor. Source: Spring 2007 Edition | Page 3
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