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When Chest Pain Needs an Emergency Visit

By Dr. Pavan Agrawal, Interventional Cardiologist, Amravati · October 2026 · 2 min read

Not all chest pain is from the heart, but heart-related chest pain should never be ignored. Knowing the difference can save time.

Go to emergency now if

• Pressure, squeezing or heaviness in the chest lasting more than a few minutes
• Pain spreading to the arm, jaw, neck or back
• Sweating, nausea, breathlessness or dizziness with the pain

Less likely to be the heart (still get checked)

• Sharp pain that changes with breathing or position
• Pain you can point to with one finger
• Burning after meals

Remember

• Diabetics, women and older adults may have milder symptoms
• If unsure, treat it as an emergency: call 112 or 95116 13365

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• Heart Attack Symptoms in Women: Why They Are Often Missed
• Silent Heart Attack: What It Is and Who Is at Risk
• Breathlessness: When Is It a Heart Problem?

This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. If you have symptoms or concerns, please see a doctor.