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Early Heart Attack Care

The information below about Early Heart Attack Care (EHAC) is shared from the American College of Cardiology website.

Early heart attack symptoms

Not every heart attack displays the same symptoms as those we may see on the many medical TV shows we are exposed to daily. In fact, many people ignore the early signs of a heart attack, simply dismissing the more subtle symptoms because they expect the drama associated with a Hollywood episode. Unfortunately, when these early signs are ignored, we miss a "window of opportunity" to prevent the attack before any heart damage can occur. The following signs and symptoms are ones to be aware of in yourself or in your family members:

Shortness of breath without exertion

Although most of us experience shortness of breath when we are exercising or expending energy outside of what we do normally, difficulty breathing when performing normal activities is an early sign that should be investigated.

Heartburn

The sensation of heartburn or a burning in the chest can be mapped to spicy food and quickly discarded. This sensation can also be an early sign of a heart attack, especially if the condition becomes chronic. If you find yourself taking over-the-counter antacids on a regular basis, the underlying cause of your trouble needs to be discussed with your doctor.

Discomfort or pain

Although we think of heart pain as pain occurring in the area of the heart, for some individuals this is not the case. People who have suffered a heart attack have described their early symptoms everywhere from crushing to squeezing to pressure occurring in the chest and even other areas of the body. Shoulders, neck, and jaw are areas reportedly affected prior to a heart attack. Always seek immediate attention if you are experiencing this type of pain, even if the symptoms disappear or are only intermittent.

A feeling of impending doom

Some patients describe a feeling of anxiety and fear prior to the occurrence of a heart attack. Although not usually thought of as an early symptom, and certainly attributable to other matters, this "feeling" can still be an early indicator, especially when combined with any of the other symptoms listed above.

Learn hands-only CPR now

Hands-only CPR can save lives. Most people who experience cardiac arrest at home, work in a public location die because they don’t receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene. If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest and use an automated external defibrillator, or AED, anytime one is available. Watch this video from the American Heart Association now!

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Early Heart Attack Care Locations

Tanner Heart Care provides cardiovascular services at two convenient locations.

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Bremen

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Bremen

204 Allen Memorial Drive, Bremen, GA 30110
Bremen

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Phone: 770-812-9326

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Carrollton

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Carrollton

706 Dixie Street, Carrollton, GA 30117
Carrollton

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Phone: 770-812-9326

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Villa Rica

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Villa Rica

705 Dallas Highway, Villa Rica, GA 30180
Villa Rica

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Phone: 770-812-9326

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Wedowee

Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists - Wedowee

1030 South Main Street, Wedowee, AL 36278
Wedowee

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Phone: 770-812-9326

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Adams Heart Center

Adams Heart Center

705 Dixie Street, Carrollton, GA 30117
Carrollton

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Phone: 770-812-9666

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tanner Heart and Vascular Center

Tanner Heart and Vascular Center

601 Dallas Highway, Villa Rica, GA 30180
Villa Rica

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Phone: 770-812-3000

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

John and Barbara Tanner Cardiac Rehabilitation Center

John and Barbara Tanner Cardiac Rehabilitation Center

706 Dixie Street, Carrollton, GA 30117

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Phone: 770-812-8289

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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