Women's heart attack symptoms are atypical or less pronounced; need to be more vigilant: AIIMS Cardiologist
A cardiologist from AIIMS Delhi warns that women often experience atypical heart attack symptoms, such as milder chest pain or discomfort. He emphasizes the importance of immediate medical consultation and diagnostic testing for women, especially those with pre-existing conditions like diabetes.
Why it matters
Recognizing gender-specific differences in heart attack presentation is critical for improving survival rates and diagnostic accuracy in women.
--> Professor & HOD, Department of Cardiology, AIIMS Delhi, Dr Rajiv Narang (Photo/ANI) Women's heart attack symptoms are atypical or less pronounced; need to be more vigilant: AIIMS Cardiologist By Shalini Bhardwaj | Updated: Sep 30, 2026 06:39 IST
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